Circular Material Flows, the Twin Transition of Manufacturing, and the Future of Labour: Insights from a Case Study of the Peniche Ocean Watch Initiative

Book chapter, 2025

The Future of Labour: How AI, Technological Disruption and Practice Will

Change the Way We Work is an anthology that offers a forward- looking exploration

of how artificial intelligence (AI), digitalisation and technological transformation

are reshaping the future of work. Through a series of studies conducted by

scientists and industry professionals, this volume takes a deep dive into many of

the issues related to new policies, AI and the digital transformation’s anticipated

impact on the labour market. Balancing speculative foresight with scientific rigour,

the authors ground their discussions in empirical data, theoretical frameworks and

comprehensive literature studies.

The book delves into the evolving labour landscape through three key themes:

1 The Future of Society and Economy – Examining the socio- economic

implications of emerging technologies and their transformative impact on work.

2 The Future Way of Working – Investigating how AI and digital tools are

redefining the nature of work and workplace conditions.

3 New Uses of AI and Technology in Labour – Highlighting innovative

applications of AI and technology that are reshaping job roles and industries.

Each chapter provides unique insights, blending rigorous analysis with predictive

insights, to illuminate the challenges and opportunities of a rapidly technologically

advancing labour landscape.