CBP is working on 4-step tariff refund process

The agency detailed progress it’s made developing a dedicated system to process refunds for International Emergency Economic Powers Act tariffs in a court filing.

By Phil Neuffer • March 13, 2026

Trump’s sons add another drone manufacturing merger to their investment portfolio

Drone maker Powerus and golf course company Aureus Greenway Holdings aim to close the deal by the summer. Experts raised concerns about the president’s sons’ conflicts of interest.

By Sara Samora • March 12, 2026

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Atlas Energy to buy $840M in power assets from Caterpillar

The company is seeking to build out private grid infrastructure to meet surging electrical demand from data centers and manufacturers’ reshoring efforts.

By Nathan Owens • March 12, 2026

Dupont spinoff Qnity expands semiconductor production to Delaware

The 385,000-square-foot facility is part of a multiyear investment to meet rising demand driven by AI, high-performance computing and advanced connectivity.

By Jeffrey Kinney • March 12, 2026

Oshkosh Defense, Marine Corps establish advanced, digital manufacturing partnership

The OEM will provide technical component data for the Marine Depot Maintenance Command to manufacture at its Albany, Georgia, plant.

By Sara Samora • March 11, 2026

ABB Robotics and Nvidia aim to scale industrial physical AI with latest partnership

Advancements in simulation technology are allowing manufacturers to reduce testing costs and quicken robot deployment. Nvidia has also partnered with Samsung, Hyundai and others to drive industrial automation.

By Nathan Owens • March 11, 2026

5 ways to protect manufacturing from cyberattacks

Manufacturing suffered the most cyberattacks of any industry last year. Here’s what experts say about how to make your company a less attractive target, along with common mistakes to avoid.

By Jeffrey Kinney • March 11, 2026

GE Aerospace to invest another $1B across US operations

The engine maker’s plans will improve commercial and defense production in 17 states and create 5,000 jobs.

By Nathan Owens • March 10, 2026

CSL breaks ground on $1.5B Illinois immunoglobulin plant expansion

The Kanakee project builds on the biopharma company’s efforts to increase its U.S. footprint, where it has already spent more than $3 billion, and will focus on producing plasma-derived therapies.

By Jeffrey Kinney • March 10, 2026

PVC giant Shintech to invest $3.4B in Louisiana expansion

This is the fifth expansion at the Plaquemine site over the past 16 years. It is expected to create and retain nearly 900 jobs.

By Nathan Owens • March 9, 2026

As Trump tariff refund process takes shape, importers remain uncertain

Shippers face legal risks, unclear timelines and system gaps as they navigate a potentially complex rollout of tariff refund procedures.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 9, 2026

CBP says it can’t comply with court order for tariff refunds yet

The agency is confident it can implement a process that streamlines returns for now-defunct Trump administration levies in 45 days, according to a court filing.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated March 9, 2026

Novartis, Nucor partner US Forged Rings and others expand domestic investments

Akston is also ramping up production at its pet therapy facility in Louisiana and a switchboards maker plans to invest $79 million in a former Joann Fabrics facility in Alabama.

By Nathan Owens • March 6, 2026

States sue Trump in bid to halt 10% global tariff

A lawsuit from a cohort of over 20 states argues the president overstepped his authority by failing to meet a never-before-used statute's requirements.

By Phil Neuffer • March 6, 2026

Manufacturers are making progress with AI, but barriers remain: Cisco

A new report says network readiness, cybersecurity breaches, and a lack of collaboration between IT and OT hinder broad artificial intelligence adoption in manufacturing.

By Jeffrey Kinney • March 5, 2026

Manufacturers’ biggest challenge in adopting AI is preparing their systems for it, expert says

Companies that can adapt their physical environment and workflows are set to benefit the most from the technology.

By Nathan Owens • March 4, 2026

Manufacturing slump hit nonresidential construction spending in December

Expenditures on highway and street projects, the third largest subcategory, also tumbled 0.4% month to month to close the year, according to the latest Census Bureau data. 

By Sebastian Obando • March 4, 2026

Chemical stakeholders raise concerns about TSCA review standards, timing

Panelists at GlobalChem urged lawmakers to reform the risk evaluations under the Toxic Substances Control Act using the “gold science standard.” Meanwhile, the EPA works to reduce the chemical review backlog.

By Sara Samora • March 3, 2026

Intel has manufacturing capacity issues. They may take years to fix.

The company redirected some of its chips production to meet surging server demand, but analysts say it's missing out on emerging AI-driven trends.

By Nathan Owens • March 3, 2026

Prices surge to highest level since 2022 as Middle East conflict escalates: PMI

U.S. manufacturing activity expanded for the second month in a row, driven by new orders and backlog growth, as tariffs and rising oil prices inject uncertainty.

By Nathan Owens • March 2, 2026

MP Materials execs share next steps for $1.3B Texas rare earth magnet site

The Dallas-Fort Worth area site is part of the company's $500 million agreement with the Defense Department, prompting lawmakers to question the deal during a senate hearing.

By Sara Samora • March 2, 2026

Executives raise alarm on US chemical regulations’ impact on manufacturing

Leadership from Chemours, Olin and Syensqo said overregulation could keep the U.S. from being competitive, sending investment overseas. 

By Sara Samora • Feb. 27, 2026

Automation in manufacturing will more than double by 2030: PwC

A survey of hundreds of executives show they are most interested in adopting technology at the production/operations and product design/development levels.

By Nathan Owens • Feb. 27, 2026

Whirlpool to lay off over 300 at Iowa plant as Machinists try to save jobs

The appliance manufacturer also plans to implement a second wave of job cuts at the Amana facility in the second quarter and move production to its operations in Mexico.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 26, 2026

CECO to buy Thermon Group in $2.2B deal

The Texas-based companies aim to become a “global industrial leader” and provider of environmental and thermal equipment across manufacturing.

By Nathan Owens • Feb. 26, 2026