Cell therapy company to grow Maryland operations

Gilead-owned Kite plans to build a new warehouse amid push to bring control of raw materials in-house.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 19, 2023

Higher batter-coated product demand leads to Lamb Weston capacity woes

More frequent and longer downtimes to clean and sanitize lines when batter is used impacts production line run-rates and availability, said the potato product supplier's CEO.

By Max Garland • Jan. 19, 2023

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Controlling rising manufacturing costs

How companies across the country are managing increased operational and supply costs to remain competitive. 

By Manufacturing Dive staff

Industrial manufacturer Johnson Controls acquires Norway-based chip maker

The company's purchase of Hybrid Energy AS will help boost its growth in the European market.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 18, 2023

Tyson adds 150 more jobs to Illinois plant expansion

The company broke ground on the $180 million addition to its plant — which will now add 400 new positions — in August.

By Chris Casey • Jan. 18, 2023

Hanwha, LG Energy Solution partner on battery production in US

The companies will collaborate to grow their battery businesses amid heightened demand for clean energy solutions.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 18, 2023

GKN Aerospace relocates additive R&D facility to Texas

The move will establish the aerospace company’s fourth Global Technology Center in proximity to major clients.  

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 17, 2023

Nikola to centralize manufacturing operations

The EV maker will move battery production lines to its Arizona site as it looks to cut costs and boost efficiency.

By Kate Magill • Jan. 17, 2023

Rivian falls short on EV production amid supply chain stall

The electric vehicle maker has faced production downtime because of a shortage of a “key component,” executives previously said. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 17, 2023

Energy department announces $52M in funds for clean manufacturing R&D

Research priorities will include material and product design, recycling technology and reverse supply chain logistics.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 13, 2023

China’s spike in COVID-19 cases strains factories

The end of the country's zero-COVID policy is causing production hiccups in the crucial weeks before the Chinese New Year holiday.

By Kate Magill • Jan. 13, 2023

Lotte completes $160M purchase of biopharma facility in New York

The South-Korea based group will break into contract biologics manufacturing with the purchase of Bristol Myers Squibb’s East Syracuse plant. 

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 13, 2023

Data, robotics continue to drive manufacturing tech trends in 2023

Companies are leaning into connected data and smart technology to compete for EVs and other business.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 12, 2023

Tesla eyes $776M expansion at Texas Gigafactory

The additional space is expected to help the company boost production from 3,000 vehicles per week to 5,000 when completed.

By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 12, 2023

South Korea’s Q Cells to spend $2.5B on US solar plant

President Joe Biden said the announcement marks the single largest investment in the country's solar industry.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 11, 2023

US, Mexico, Canada outline 5 initiatives to strengthen key manufacturing industries

The countries plan to collaborate on projects such as mapping critical minerals and assessing future manufacturing labor needs.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 10, 2023

How to mitigate cybersecurity threats in contract manufacturing

Companies face a variety of cyber risks, from fragmented security frameworks to exposed passwords.

By Jen A. Miller • Jan. 10, 2023

Stellantis to manufacture electric air taxis for Archer Aviation

The automaker aims to mass produce the startup’s Midnight eVOTL aircraft as its exclusive contract manufacturer.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 10, 2023

Meat industry gets manufacturing boost with USDA money

The Rural Development program will provide $9.6 million across 15 states, targeted at areas that need funds the most.

By Chris Casey • Jan. 10, 2023

Contract medical device maker acquires parts manufacturer

Cadence plans to leverage Utitec’s expertise in medical and commercial parts production.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 9, 2023

Oatly sells two plants as part of hybrid manufacturing model

Ya YA Foods will take over most assets at the Texas and Utah facilities, as the plant-based food producer looks to cut costs and focus on product innovation.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 6, 2023

Manufacturing conferences to watch in 2023

Industry events this year are largely focused on emerging technologies and transforming workplace culture.

By A.B. Brown • Jan. 6, 2023

Health food maker expands into Tennessee with $2.2M investment

HealthVerve Food Manufacturing USA is working to meet growing demand for shelf-stable beverages through its expansion.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 5, 2023

Bunge to spend $550M on protein concentrate plant

The Indiana facility, which will create about 70 full-time jobs, will make key ingredients used in the production of plant-based foods, processed meat and other products.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 5, 2023

US manufacturing ended 2022 in contraction

Firms dealt with falling demand and a slowing economy in the final month of the year.

By Kate Magill • Jan. 4, 2023

Build supply chain resiliency through data collaboration

Unpredictability runs high across today’s supply chains. Respond with greater visibility.

Jan. 3, 2023