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Food and beverage manufacturers face challenges scaling AI, Rockwell Automation finds
Food and beverage manufacturers are facing data, technology and workforce challenges as they seek to scale artificial intelligence (AI) across their operations, according to new research from Rockwell Automation.
ABB and Mitsubishi Electric form joint venture to expand manufacturing reach in Asia-Pacific
ABB has announced a US$495 million investment in a joint venture with Mitsubishi Electric’s low-voltage power distribution business, combining their technologies, sales networks and manufacturing operations to expand their presence in Japan and other Asia-Pacific markets.
US Manufacturing Day puts global industry, skills and technology in focus
The US Census Bureau is marking the 15th anniversary of Manufacturing Day on 2 October with a week of manufacturing data and analysis, highlighting the sector’s contribution to the US economy and the role of manufacturing careers.
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.
ProPak China 2026 to showcase global processing, packaging innovations in June
Top players in the global processing and packaging industry are set to gather at ProPak China 2026, the 31st International Processing and Packaging Exhibition, in Shanghai from June 15 to 17.
Bosch to keep tech investment high amid job reductions
Global technology giant Bosch said it is banking on its innovative capabilities to drive growth in 2026 amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and trade barriers.
War-induced supply chain strains slow global manufacturing growth – JP Morgan
The global manufacturing sector showed signs of strain in March following the outbreak of war in the Middle East, according to the latest JP Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI.
China manufacturing continues expansion streak amid price pressures
China’s manufacturing sector continued to grow in March 2026, even as it faced steep increases in input costs and longer delivery times from suppliers.
Epson’s Thai facility earns highest honour for ethical business practices
Epson Precision (EPTH), Epson’s production facility, has received the highest level of recognition for its business practices under the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Validated Assessment Program (VAP).
Cirrus360 introduces new automation system to help small meat processors
U.S.-based tech company Cirrus360 showcased a new automation system designed for small and medium-sized meat processors at the 2026 International Livestock Congress in Houston earlier this month.
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From ship repair to autonomous underwater vehicles: Griffin Industrial’s next chapter with growth capital
Some of Australia’s most critical manufacturing happens where almost no one sees it: inside a fuel tank on a Navy tanker, in a machine shop south of Perth, on a workshop floor in western Sydney where a team is helping build autonomous underwater vehicles. Griffin Industrial does all three.
