Japan Machine Tool Orders: January 2024
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in January 2024 amounted to 110.96 billion yen ($755 million), a decre…
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 —…
Japan's Robot Market Rebounds! Orders Expected to Grow 4.8% in 2025
Japan Robot Association Forecasts 4.8% Growth in Industrial Robot Orders for 2025, Reaching
Thailand Approves Semiconductor Strategy to Attract 500 Billion Baht
Thailand’s New Semiconductor Board approves framework of National Strategy and Skilled Workforce Development to prepare for 500 Billion Baht expected foreign investment wave.
Thailand Car Production Drops 16.19% in June 2024 Due to Decrease in Domestic Sales Production
Thailand's vehicle production in June 2024 totaled 116,289 units, marking a 20.11% decline from the previous year and a 7.82% drop from May. The main factor was a significant reduc…
Japan's R&D Spending Hits New High Toyota Leads
Japanese companies have significantly increased their research and development (R&D) spending for the 15th consecutive year. Toyota Motor Corporation has maintained its position as…
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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 …
Car Production in February 2023 totaled 165,612 units
The February production reached at 165,612 units, increased 6.39% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 327,939 units, rising 6.68%.
Electronics Industry Booms: 8 Major Companies Raise Full-Year Revenue Targets Amid Growing Digital Transformation Investments
Eight major electronics companies revised their full-year revenue forecasts upward, driven by strong core businesses and increasing global demand for digital transformation (DX).
Samut Prakan - Samut Sakhon: Champions for the largest number of new factories in February 2023
New factories were licensed in February 2023, totaled 134 factories, in which Samut Prakan and Samut Sakhon were the largest numbers at the same 15 new factories opened.
Chonburi and Samut Prakan: Champions for the largest number of new factories in June 2023
New factories were licensed in June 2023, totaled 127 factories. Chonburi and Samut Prakan were the province where 13 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capita…
Seven Passenger Car Companies’ Global Sales Fall 1.4%
Global sales by seven passenger car companies have declined by 1.4%, marking the first year-on-year drop in two years. Intensifying competition in China and North America is puttin…
Thailand’s 2024 Auto Sales Drop 26.18%, Passenger EV Sales Decline but Hybrids Rise
The Automotive Industry Club of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has reported that Thailand's total vehicle sales in 2024 reached 572,675 units, marking a significant declin…
Revolutionizing Thailand's Manufacturing Industry: "The Utmost Stories of 5 Axis Technology" – First-Ever Event in Thailand Coming This October
Renishaw: Transforming Manufacturing with AGILITY® CMM at METALEX 2024
Renishaw is set to make waves at METALEX 2024 with the launch of its AGILITY® CMM range. Steve Bell, ASEAN General Manager of Renishaw, shared insights that position AGILITY® CMM a…
Isuzu Announces 3.2 Billion Baht Investment in Thai Production Base for EV Pickups
Isuzu announces a 32 billion baht investment to produce electric pickup trucks in Thailand over the next 5 years, with plans for export to Norway.
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TAKAMAZ Unveils Innovative Smart Lathe at METALEX 2024, Driving Sustainable Manufacturing
TAKAMAZ is set to showcase its latest innovations at METALEX 2024, held at BITEC Bangkok. Part manufacturers are invited to explore the future of machining with TAKAMAZ’s cutting-e…
Gühring Thailand: Driving Innovation in Cutting Tools at METALEX 2024
In an exclusive interview, Mr. Ralf Alber, Managing Director of Gühring Thailand, shares insights into the company's market focus, innovative offerings, and strategies to address t…
Kubota to Expand Industrial Engine Production in Thailand
Kubota is expanding its Thailand factory to increase annual production of industrial diesel engines from 120,000 to 160,000 units by 2026. The investment is estimated to be several…
Samut Sakhon: Champion for the largest number of new factories in September 2021
Samut Sakhon was the province where 30 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capital of 590.96 million baht.
