Global professional service robot sales rise 24% in 2025: IFR
Global shipments of professional service robots increased 24% to almost 250,000 units in 2025, according to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), as commercial applications continued to expand.
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.
Global 3D printing market grows 12% to $4.48B in Q2 2026 – AM Research
The global additive manufacturing (AM) market reached $4.48 billion in the second quarter of 2026, representing 12% year-on-year growth, according to data from Additive Manufacturing Research (AM Research).
CityUHK and Cambridge partner on Industry 5.0 manufacturing research
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) and the University of Cambridge have established a new research centre focused on advancing smart manufacturing and supporting Hong Kong’s transition towards Industry 5.0.
Industrial robot installations rise 11% as global stock hits 5 million – report
The number of industrial robots operating in factories worldwide reached a record five million units in 2025, according to the World Robotics 2026 Report from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR).
CATL begins trial production at Hungarian battery manufacturing plant
CATL has begun trial production at its newly built battery cell manufacturing facility in Debrecen, Hungary, as the company moves towards series production at the site.
Apple launches foldable iPhone Duo with 3D-printed titanium hinge cover
Apple has introduced the iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone, featuring a 3D-printed hinge cover made from 100 per cent recycled titanium as part of the device’s hardware design.
ABB report highlights growing role of DC technology in future power systems
ABB and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) have identified a growing role for direct current (DC) technologies in future power systems, with the report highlighting potential applications across manufacturing, data centres, buildings and other energy-intensive industries.
Hyundai Steel launches US$5.8B project to expand US manufacturing
Hyundai Steel has begun construction of a US$5.8 billion electric arc furnace (EAF)-based steel mill in Louisiana, marking a major investment in US manufacturing and adding new domestic capacity to the automotive supply chain.
Agile Robots showcases Physical AI applications for manufacturing at European events
Agile Robots has showcased robotic automation and AI-driven robot training technologies at two European events, highlighting potential applications for manufacturing and industrial automation, according to the company.
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