Trump Ignites Tariff War: Auto, Steel, and Aluminum Under Fire
With the Trump administration’s new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China now in effect, Japan’s automotive industry — heavily reliant on North American supply chains —…
Chonburi: Champions for the largest number of new factories in November 2023
New factories were licensed in November 2023, totaled 203 factories. Chonburi was the province where 21 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capital of 1,736.09 …
Gartner Says Worldwide PC Shipments Increased 0.3% in Fourth Quarter of 2023 but Declined 14.8% for the Year
Gartner Says Worldwide PC shipments totaled 63.3 million units in the fourth quarter of 2023, a 0.3% increase from the fourth quarter of 2022 but Declined 14.8% for the Year
Japan Machine Tool Orders: November 2023 Shows Resilience Amidst Global Fluctuations
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in November 2023 reached a total of 115.90 billion yen (800 million USD…
Car Production in December 2023 totaled 133,621 units
The December production reached at 133,621 units, decreased 15.75% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,841,663 units, drop 2.22%.
Car Production in April 2023 totaled 117,636 units
The April production reached at 117,636 units, decreased 0.13% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 625,423 units, rising 4.61%.
Nippon Steel Increases Ratio of Mined Ore to 40%, Ensuring Stable Procurement through Overseas Investment
Nippon Steel, the world's fourth-largest steel producer, is enhancing supply chain stability by announcing a policy to increase the proportion of coal and iron ore procured from it…
Car Production in March 2023 totaled 179,848 units
The March production reached at 179,848 units, increased 4.16% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 507,787 units, rising 5.77%.
Japan's Semiconductor Equipment Sales Set to Soar, Surpassing 4 Trillion Yen in FY2024
Sales of Japan's semiconductor manufacturing equipment in fiscal year 2024 are projected to reach 4.035 trillion yen. This reflects a substantial 27% increase from fiscal year 2023…
Thailand Aims to Produce 1.9 Million Cars in 2024
In 2024, Thailand targets an impressive 1.9 million cars, a 3.17% rise from 2023. This includes 1,150,000 cars for export (65% of total) and 750,000 for domestic sales (35%). The f…
Car Painting Revolution: CO2 Emissions Slashed
Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd. announced a revolutionary “paint transfer sheet” that significantly reduces carbon dioxide emissions in the automobile painting process.
Car Production in February 2024 totaled 133,690 units
In February 2024, Thailand produced a total of 133,690 vehicles, a decrease of 19.28% from the same period last year. This was due to a decrease in both exports and domestic sales,…
Car Production in May 2022 totaled 129,231 units.
The May production reached at 129,231 units, decreased 7.80% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 727,095 units, rising 2.36%.
Car Production in June 2022 totaled 143,016 units.
The May production reached at 143,016 units, increased 6.53% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 870,109 units, rising 3.02%.
Toyobo Fibers unveils “CfC Yarn”, Soft and Easy to Shape into Three Dimensions
Toyobo Fibers has developed “CfC yarn”, a composite yarn combining carbon and thermoplastic fiber. This yarn is soft like thread and easy to shape into three-dimensional forms.
Car Production in July 2022 totaled 142,958 units
The July production reached at 142,958 units, increased 16.07% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,013,069 units, rising 4.68%.
Chonburi: Champions for the largest number of new factories in December 2023
New factories were licensed in December 2023, totaling 145 factories. Chonburi was the province where 17 new factories opened, with a total capital of 1,736.09 million baht
Special Offer from Hitachi: Boost Your Production Confidence
Hitachi proudly presents a complete solution package tailored for foundries and metal producers: the Vulcan Series Handheld LIBS and OE Series Spark OES, now available with an excl…
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Car Production in March 2024 totaled 138,331 units
In March 2024, Thailand produced 138,331 cars, down 23.08% from March 2023. This drop was due to reduced domestic production and sales, particularly in pickup trucks and passenger …
Car Production in March 2022 totaled 172,671 units.
The March production reached at 172,671 units, increased 6.25% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 480,078 units, rising 3.06%.