Sharp and Panasonic shift their solar strategies by integrating AI, energy management, and high-value panels to stay competitive as cheap Chinese imports flood the global market.
China’s tightened rare earth export controls disrupt Japanese industries, including electric motor manufacturers and automakers. Japan and the U.S. seek cooperation to safeguard cr…
The Japan Robot Association forecasts a 4.6% rise in industrial robot orders in 2025—marking the first growth in three years—as global demand for automation rebounds.
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New factories were licensed in April 2025, totaled 117 factories (10,248.99 million baht). Samut Prakan province led the pack with 11 new factory licenses.
JMTBA reported that global orders for Japanese machine tools totaled 128.718 billion yen (approx. USD 882.23 million) in May 2025, a slight 1.1% decrease from April.
YG-1 has developed the EV Mills – a series of solid carbide end mills that deliver reliable, high-performance machining at an accessible price point.
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Renishaw's range of AGILITY® CMMs with 5-axis technology consolidates multiple measurement processes and report results on a single device, bringing unprecedented throughput and fl…
Oerlikon Thailand Marks 20 Years of Local Operations with the Inauguration of a New PVD Coating Line Dedicated to the Aerospace Industry
Thailand’s vehicle production reached 139,186 units in May 2025, marking the first growth in 21 months. Output rose 33.51% from April and 10.32% year-on-year.
Flow launches new high-pressure waterjet cutting machines: Mach 200c, Mach 200s, and EchoJet, featuring 3D and 5-axis cutting capabilities, advanced Pivot+™ cutting head, and high-…
In response to Nissan’s sluggish sales, major suppliers like Unipres and Kasai Kogyo are restructuring globally—consolidating plants, cutting jobs, and reducing dependency on Nissa…
Nippon Steel wins approval to acquire US Steel, backed by Trump’s reversal. A ¥4 trillion investment aims to boost U.S. manufacturing and counter China’s steel dominance.
Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino Motors are nearing a long-delayed merger, aiming to defend market share in Southeast Asia against rising Chinese competition.
JMTBA reported that global orders for Japanese machine tools in April 2025 totaled 130.214 billion yen (approx. USD 912.13 million), marking a 13.8% decline from March 2025.
Nidec cancels its bid for Makino after court rejects injunction, citing economic concerns.
TCRSS merges with TCS to unify strengths with partners SSI, JFE Steel, and Marubeni-Itochu, aiming to enhance operational efficiency, supply chain integration, and future market ex…
China introduces its first digital human inspired by Laozi, blending AI and Taoist wisdom. Launched at the Yellow River Cultural Tourism Festival in Sanmenxia, Henan.
Thailand's total vehicle production in April 2025 stood at 104,250 units, marking the lowest level in 44 months, down 0.4% year-on-year and 19.75% month-on-month.
