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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.
World’s largest air energy storage facility begins operations in China
A groundbreaking energy storage project in China’s Jiangsu Province has become fully operational after completing its final commissioning phase, Shanghai Electric announced Wednesday.
China manufacturing hits five-year high in February – RatingDog
China’s manufacturing sector has recorded its strongest growth rate in over five years in February, according to the latest PMI report.
US factory growth weakens amid tariffs, weather challenges
American manufacturing continued to grow in February, but at its slowest pace in seven months, according to the latest S&P Global US Manufacturing PMI.
Kennametal announces search for ‘Machinist of the Year’
Kennametal, an industrial leader in metal cutting solutions, has launched its Machinist of the Year program – an annual awards initiative aimed at celebrating the craftsmanship and innovation of the company’s long-term customers.
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Why manufacturers are embracing AI-powered smart supply chains
Manufacturers are facing an increasingly volatile environment, where rapid changes in demand, supply chain disruptions, and continued cost pressures are transforming the way products are planned, made, and delivered.
