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  • Ransomware virus has encrypted data. Attacker is offering key to unlock encrypted data for money.
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    Chip supplier reports $200M revenue hit after ransomware attack halted operations

    MKS Instruments said manufacturing parts for semiconductors and advanced electronics were delayed following the February incident. 

    By David Jones • March 7, 2023
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    Another Hyundai supplier to expand near Georgia EV campus

    Sewon America will open its second facility in the state as Hyundai's planned $5.5 billion factory becomes a magnet for additional investment.

    By March 7, 2023
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Manufacturing Dive

    Check out five of our biggest stories of 2025 so far, including updates on semiconductors, the Trump administration and PFAS.

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
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    Scout Motors to build $2B EV plant

    The Volkswagen-backed automaker will build electric trucks and rugged SUVs at the facility near Columbia, South Carolina.

    By March 6, 2023
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    How one food manufacturer leverages on-demand ingredients in volatile times

    Ingredion has expanded its portfolio to include more than 1,300 ingredients to strengthen operations against possible market downturns.

    By Christopher Doering • March 6, 2023
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    Siemens Gamesa plans New York offshore wind turbine parts facility

    The proposed plant is part of the company’s plan to scale its East Coast supply chain. The company is one of six manufacturers to submit bids to New York state for such projects.

    By March 6, 2023
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    Unlocking agility and business growth in manufacturing

    Learn how to identify when it’s time to adopt a new management system and the benefits you will gain by upgrading.

    By Parker Coffman • March 6, 2023
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    General Electric to spend more than $450M on US factories this year

    The company is investing in its aerospace and energy businesses as it prepares for next year's spinoff. 

    By March 3, 2023
  • The Ford F-150 Lightning is an electric version of a popular Ford line.
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    Ford to restart F-150 Lightning production after 5-week pause

    The automaker halted production last month due to a potential battery issue.

    By Updated March 2, 2023
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    Rivian recalls more than 12,000 vehicles

    The recall equals nearly half the EV company’s total production last year, as it strains to scale capacity.

    By March 2, 2023
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    Tesla to build next gigafactory in Mexico

    The company is expanding production worldwide as it aims to produce 20 million EVs a year.

    By March 2, 2023
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    Rivian bets big on scaling production as snags continue

    The embattled EV startup says parts consolidation and manufacturing upgrades will help it more than double its annual capacity.

    By March 2, 2023
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    Inside a federally funded strategy to strengthen US lithium supply chains

    The U.S. is behind in its goal to expand production of battery materials. Here’s how one Energy Department-backed group thinks the country can catch up.

    By March 2, 2023
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    Li-Cycle gets $375M federal loan for New York facility

    The loan is the first a pure-play battery recycler has received under the Energy Department's Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing program.

    By March 1, 2023
  • A worker grinds a weld on a safe that is being manufactured at Liberty Safe Company on March 22, 2022 in Payson, Utah.
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    Manufacturing outlook improves slightly as contraction slows in February

    New orders and order backlog levels improved last month with demand "on the road to recovery."

    By March 1, 2023
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    Biomanufacturing startup picks Indiana for precision fermentation plant

    The site is the first of six planned by Liberation Labs as it works to meet rising demand from the food industry.

    By Feb. 28, 2023
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    Virginia to invest $66.7M in biomanufacturing projects

    The funding comes as the state looks to become a leader in the sector.

    By Feb. 27, 2023
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    As solar manufacturing grows in the US, lobbyists have big plans for the future

    With the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, the Solar Energy Manufacturing for America Coalition has a new platform to vie for industry and government attention.

    By Emma Penrod • Feb. 27, 2023
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    Illinois group offers grants to strengthen smaller manufacturers’ cyber readiness

    Launched by the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center, the program seeks to break down barriers in implementing cybersecurity measures.

    By Feb. 27, 2023
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    CHIPS Act funding to open as US plans semiconductor manufacturing clusters

    Approximately $39 billion will be made available to chipmakers willing to build sites in the U.S., with more money set to come.

    By Feb. 24, 2023
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    Stellantis doubles down on production efforts with eyes on EV sales growth

    The company is partnering with five major raw material suppliers to support the global manufacturing expansion.

    By Feb. 24, 2023
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    Applied Materials prioritizes R&D, manufacturing expansion

    The semiconductor manufacturer is investing millions of dollars to grow production and development capabilities, including in California and Texas.

    By Feb. 23, 2023
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    Battery recycler taps former Redwood Materials executive to lead footprint expansion

    Troy Thennis joins Cirba Solutions as it seeks to add more processing facilities to meet rising demand for raw battery materials. 

    By Feb. 23, 2023
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    Kimball Electronics sees record growth in its automotive business

    The electronics manufacturer saw a 44% increase YoY as more automakers turn to automated steering features.

    By Feb. 22, 2023
  • The Shyft Group's Blue Arc electric delivery vehicle on the road on a sunny day.
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    Vehicle manufacturer to expand Michigan production for delivery EVs

    Shyft Group will spend $16 million to upgrade and expand its facilities as it aims to produce up to 3,000 EVs per year.

    By Feb. 22, 2023
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    Semiconductor parts manufacturer moving operations to South Carolina

    Pallidus is shifting its home base out of New York as it looks to up manufacturing capacity.

    By Feb. 21, 2023