Thursday, July 30, 2026

Quantinuum, Rolls-Royce and partners to explore quantum computing for industrial design

Pioneering quantum computing company Quantinuum has signed a collaboration agreement with Rolls-Royce, Riverlane and EPCC, the UK National Supercomputing Centre based at the University of Edinburgh, to explore how fault-tolerant quantum computing could support future industrial design and simulation, with an initial focus on gas turbine design.

Hyundai Motor showcases Atlas humanoid robot during FIFA World Cup 2026 halftime activation

Hyundai Motor says it has integrated Boston Dynamics' Atlas humanoid robot into the live match environment of the FIFA World Cup 2026, describing the deployment as the first time a humanoid robot has taken part in a live FIFA World Cup halftime activation.

Velo3D triples manufacturing capacity with major California production expansion

Velo3D has announced a major expansion of its manufacturing operations with a new advanced manufacturing facility in Livermore, California, saying the investment will significantly increase its production capacity to meet growing demand from the aerospace and defence sectors.

New governance framework targets safe and responsible AI deployment in transportation

NMFTA has released a free artificial intelligence governance framework aimed at helping trucking and logistics organisations adopt AI technologies while managing cybersecurity and operational risks.

Rockwell Singapore manufacturing facility named World Economic Forum Global Lighthouse

Rockwell Automation announced that its manufacturing facility in Singapore has been named a member of the World Economic Forum’s Global Lighthouse Network, a recognition that highlights the site’s use of advanced technologies to improve manufacturing productivity, quality and workforce development.

Global factory output surge amid aggressive front-loading – JP Morgan

Global manufacturing production reached a near five-year high in May as clients purchased goods earlier to protect themselves against price increases and supply chain disruptions.

New factory in China opens for humanoid robot mass production

EngineAI Robotics has officially opened its new EngineAI Manufacturing Base in Shenzhen, China, marking the company’s transition to large-scale manufacturing of humanoid robots.

Komatsu, Atlassian Williams F1 team kick off 3rd Engineering Academy 

Atlassian Williams F1 Team and global manufacturing company Komatsu have announced the third edition of their joint program to recruit and accelerate the careers of young engineers.

EngineAI expands manufacturing capacity as first T800 humanoid robots enter mass delivery

EngineAI has launched a new intelligent manufacturing base in Shenzhen and announced that the first batch of its T800 humanoid robots has rolled off the production line, marking the start of mass deliveries and an expansion of its manufacturing capabilities.

Fujitsu partners with Anthropic, OpenAI to drive Japan’s AI transformation

Fujitsu Limited has announced dual strategic collaborations with artificial intelligence developers Anthropic PBC and OpenAI, aiming to accelerate AI transformation across Japanese enterprises.
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What spending reveals about downstream consumer demand for manufactured goods

For manufacturers supplying consumer-facing markets, understanding demand conditions has become increasingly important in an environment shaped by cautious spending, rising costs and intense competition.