Japan Targets 150 GWh Battery Manufacturing Base, Accelerates Solid-State Battery Development

Japan targets 150 GWh annual battery manufacturing capacity from 2030, while accelerating solid-state battery development and higher power density technologies.

Japan’s Machine Tool Orders Surge 52.7% YoY in June 2026, Surpassing JPY 200 Billion for the First Time

Japan’s machine tool orders reached JPY 203.38 billion in June 2026, up 52.7% YoY and surpassing JPY 200 billion for the first time.

Japan’s Machine Tool Orders Remain Strong in May 2026, Up 37.5% YoY Despite Two-Month Decline

Japan’s machine tool orders reached JPY 177.01 billion in May 2026, up 37.5% YoY despite a second consecutive monthly decline.

DigiKey Adds Over 27,000 New Parts to In-Stock Product Lineup and 104 Suppliers in Q2 2026

DigiKey expanded its electronics portfolio with over 27,000 new in-stock products and 104 new suppliers in Q2 2026, strengthening fast global product availability.

Prolific Group Celebrates 21 Years, Expands Pollution Control Business to Advance Sustainable Industrial Solutions

Prolific Group celebrates its 21st anniversary and launches its Pollution Control Business Line, expanding industrial heating and environmental solutions for manufacturers.

MAHLE Develops an Ecosystem for the Workshop Business of the Future

MAHLE introduces its new Workshop Portal, Battery Workshop Support and Mobile Service while expanding its EV aftermarket portfolio to more than 2,000 products by 2030.

Smart Manufacturing 2026 – Ayutthaya Concludes Successfully

Smart Manufacturing 2026 – Ayutthaya successfully concluded with 43 exhibitors, 11 conference sessions, 26 expert speakers, and the latest manufacturing technologies in automation,…

Thailand's Vehicle Production Falls 7.55% in June 2026 as Export Demand Weakens

Thailand produced 120,391 vehicles in June 2026, down 7.55% YoY as exports weakened. BEV, HEV and PHEV passenger car production continued to grow.

Is It Time to Transform Your Warehouse with ASRS?

Explore Smart Factory, Automation, AI, and Digital Manufacturing solutions from eight leading technology providers at TARA Pavilion during Smart Manufacturing 2026 – Ayutthaya Edit…

TARA Pavilion Brings Together 8 Smart Factory Solution Providers at Smart Manufacturing 2026

Explore Smart Factory, Automation, AI, and Digital Manufacturing solutions from eight leading technology providers at TARA Pavilion during Smart Manufacturing 2026 – Ayutthaya Edit…

Tool Manufacturers Strengthen Supply Chains as Tungsten Prices Surge

China's export restrictions are driving tungsten prices sharply higher, prompting cutting tool manufacturers to raise prices, expand recycling, and strengthen supply chain resilien…

Thailand Vehicle Production Falls 17.94% to 114,214 Units in May 2026

Thailand produced 114,214 vehicles in May 2026, down 17.94% year-on-year as export production fell 36.20%. Read the latest FTI automotive production report and market analysis.

DigiKey Releases Season Two of Sustainable Futures Video Series

DigiKey launches Season Two of Sustainable Futures, exploring AI, smart grids, EV infrastructure and advanced electronics driving sustainable engineering and cleaner energy.

Japan Machine Tool Orders Forecast to Reach ¥2 Trillion in 2026, Driven by Semiconductor and Data Center Demand

Japan's machine tool orders are projected to reach ¥2 trillion in 2026, driven by strong demand from semiconductor manufacturing, AI infrastructure, data centers, aerospace, and ad…

DigiKey to Showcase Innovative Demonstrations, Live Interviews and Exciting Giveaways at electronica Shanghai 2026

DigiKey will present AI, robotics, automation, sensing and connectivity solutions at electronica Shanghai 2026, featuring live demos, workshops and expert interviews from leading t…

JARA Forecasts Industrial Robot Orders to Rise 16.7% to Record ¥1.22 Trillion in 2026, Driven by Physical AI

Japan Robot Association (JARA) forecasts industrial robot orders to grow 16.7% in 2026 to a record ¥1.22 trillion, driven by Physical AI, AI server demand, and semiconductor invest…

Applied Materials Invests $500 Million to Expand Singapore Operations, Supporting Global AI Chip Demand

Applied Materials is investing $500 million to expand its Singapore manufacturing and R&D operations, supporting growing global demand for AI chips, HBM, and data center infrastruc…

CK CHIN KANG INDUSTRY Expands Taiwan-Made Industrial Machinery Solutions at PROPAK ASIA 2026

CK CHIN KANG INDUSTRY at PROPAK ASIA 2026 brings together 30 leading Taiwanese companies to showcase advanced Smart Manufacturing technologies, packaging systems, food and pharmace…

Precision Manufacturing: From Accuracy to a Competitive Advantage in Modern Manufacturing

Discover how 5-axis machining, CAM software, cutting tools, and smart factory technologies are helping manufacturers strengthen precision, productivity, and competitiveness.

Thailand Vehicle Production April 2026 Falls 0.44% Amid Weak Domestic Demand

Thailand produced 103,794 vehicles in April 2026, down 0.44% YoY. HEV production remained strong while ICE vehicles declined amid weak domestic demand and Middle East export risks.…