Japan Machine Tool Orders Expected to Increase by Only 1% in 2024
Japan machine tool orders in 2024 are anticipated to reach 1.5 trillion yen, marking the first increase in two years, though with a modest 0.9% rise from 2023.
Chonburi Leads with the Highest Number of Industrial Factories in February 2025
New factories were licensed in February 2025, totaled 144 factories (22,858.73 million baht). Chonburi province led the pack with 33 new factory licenses and a total investment of …
Major Investment Projects: TikTok and Siam AI Kick Off Investments in Thailand in 2025
Thailand BOI Approves Investments Worth A Total of US$5 Billion, Including TikTok’s Data Hosting Project.
Japan Machine Tool Orders Surge in September 2023, Reaching Five-Month High
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) reported that the global orders for Japan machine tools in September 2023 totaled 133.94 billion yen (895 million USD), marking…
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Samut Prakan Leads with the Highest Number of Industrial Factories in September 2024
New factories were licensed in September 2024, totaled 257 factories. Samut Prakan was the province where 53 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capital of 3,…
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 —…
Tsukuba University Unveils 2027 Industry Hub for Drone and Self-Driving Facilities, with 15 Billion Yen Investment
Tsukuba University is launching a 2027 collaboration hub with a 15 billion yen investment. This initiative is for drone and self-driving car trials, plus a facility for 20 partner …
Japan's Machine Tool Orders in October 2024: Thailand Sees a Sharp 50% Decline
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) reported that global orders for Japanese machine tools in October 2024 totaled 122,550 million yen, marking a 2.2% decrease fro…
Japan's Construction Industry Embraces Wood for a Sustainable and Carbon-Neutral Future
CLT is fireproof, earthquake-resistant, and highly durable, contributing to decarbonization. The use of wooden construction and wood-based buildings is rising in the non-residentia…
Suzuki Restructures India Strategy with 1.2 Trillion Yen Investment, Expanding into the Middle East and Africa
Suzuki Motor Corporation has unveiled a new mid-term business plan, focusing on restructuring its operations in India—its most crucial market—to drive growth.
Car Production in July 2023 totaled 149,709 units
The July production reached at 149,709 units, increased 4.72% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,071,221 units, rising 0.66%.
Japan Machine Tool Orders: March 2024
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in March 2024 amounted to 136.65 billion yen ($886.77 million), an increas…
14 Years of R&D Growth of Japanese Companies - Toyota Tops with 1.24 Trillion Yen
R&D spending has risen continuously for 14 years, with Toyota leading at 1.24 trillion yen. A study of 154 companies revealed a 6.8% increase in fiscal 2023 compared to the previou…
TAKAMAZ XTS-6 | The Most Compact 6-Inch CNC Lathe in the Industry
The TAKAMAZ XTS-6 is a next-generation CNC lathe designed to deliver high precision and efficiency in the most compact footprint to optimize factory floor space while enhancing pro…
TAKAMAZ PRIVATE SHOW 2024 Spotlights “Energy Saving” Trend, Aiding Metal Component Manufacturers in Achieving Carbon Neutrality
TAKAMAZ PRIVATE SHOW 2024 to promote the “Energy Saving” trend among metal component manufacturers and launches the new XWG-3 CNC lathe, designed to support carbon neutrality and i…
Mazak Commences In-House Production of "Mineral Cast"
Yamazaki Mazak initiates in-house production of 'Mineral Cast' to mitigate parts procurement risk by utilizing machine tool bases instead of castings, offering the advantage of sig…
Chonburi Leads with the Highest Number of Industrial Factories in December 2024
New factories were licensed in December 2024, totaled 141 factories. Chonburi was the province where 14 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capital of 816.28 mi…
Thailand’s Auto Production Drops 13.62% in Feb 2025 – Pickup Trucks Plunge 42.10%, Exports Down 9.48%
Thailand's automotive production in March 2025 totaled 129,909 units, marking a 12.49% increase from February, supported by sustained growth in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and…
Rayong Leads with the Highest Number of Industrial Factories in November 2024
New factories were licensed in November 2024, totaled 165 factories. Rayong was the province where 18 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capital of 2,283.79 mi…
