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Intel CFO talks 14A production, says US stake removes CHIPS grant ‘handcuffs’
Executive David Zinsner told investors last week that the company is taking a more disciplined business approach and building capacity to better reflect customer demand.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 9, 2025 -
Feds vow more raids after 475 arrested at Hyundai, LG Energy jobsite
Federal agents detained hundreds of South Korean workers at the companies’ upcoming joint battery plant located near the automaker’s EV manufacturing hub in Ellabell, Georgia.
By Zachary Phillips • Sept. 9, 2025 -
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TrendlineUpskilling a Modern Manufacturing Workforce
As manufacturing systems change, often becoming more automated and technical, employers are increasingly looking for ways to attract a more skilled workforce.
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Hitachi unveils $1B grid manufacturing investment, including Virginia transformer factory
The new $457 million transformer production facility in South Boston, Virginia, is expected to begin operations in 2028.
By Robert Walton • Sept. 8, 2025 -
Sodium-ion battery maker Natron Energy shuts down, halts $1.4B factory plans
The North Carolina plant would have expanded the company’s capacity 40 times over. Its facilities in Michigan and California have also closed.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 8, 2025 -
Sponsored by Bloom Energy
Electricity costs are climbing fast and so is demand for power. Here’s what forward-looking manufacturers can do about it.
Solid oxide fuel cells offer a reliable option to control energy costs amid rising grid uncertainty.
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Small Business Administration unveils loan program for small manufacturers
Eligible borrowers will be able to access revolving credit of up to $5 million for working capital needs, effective Oct. 1, and use the funds in tandem with other SBA and commercial loans.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 5, 2025 -
Amkor relocates $2B semiconductor facility to larger Arizona site
After delays and pushback from local residents, the company is moving forward with construction in the coming days. Production is set to begin in early 2028.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 4, 2025 -
Asus pivots production to Southeast Asia to ease tariffs
The company has moved over 90% of its motherboard and PC production to Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia.
By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 4, 2025 -
Nvidia Q2 revenue surged 56% YoY on data center-related sales
Two unnamed customers made up 39% of the fabless chip company's total revenue.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 3, 2025 -
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DuPont to divest Kevlar, Nomex business for $1.8B
The company is selling its aramids business to chemical manufacturer Arclin as it shifts its focus in preparation to spin off Qnity Electronics by Nov. 1.
By Sara Samora • Sept. 3, 2025 -
Danone to spend millions on Ohio plant expansion amid ‘explosive growth’ in yogurt
The Oikos maker is reaping the benefits of consumer interest in products rich in protein, probiotics and other nutrients.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 3, 2025 -
August manufacturing activity flat as tariff uncertainty looms: PMI
Production fell 3.6 percentage points over the previous month, wiping out gains from new orders, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 2, 2025 -
August expansions, deals and openings from Roche, Arclin, Toto and more
A luxury toilet maker opened a Georgia facility, aerospace manufacturer Rocket Lab enhanced its payloads via acquisition and HNI is combining with office furniture maker Steelcase, among other recent investments.
By Nathan Owens • Aug. 28, 2025 -
Q&A
The private equity firm that wants to revitalize US manufacturing
Manufacturing Revitalization Corporation of America has a unique approach of employee ownership as its exit strategy. Cofounder Jason Azevedo and DTC lead Elton Rivas talk about evolving costs, consumer trends and more.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 28, 2025 -
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GE Aerospace workers to vote on new offer
The Boeing engine supplier’s proposal could end the United Auto Workers’ three-week strike at its Cincinnati-area facilities.
By Sara Samora • Updated Sept. 18, 2025 -
How Bigbelly reshored its waste and recycling bin operations from Mexico
What started as a college idea about solar compactors has evolved into one of the more recognizable public space waste container brands. Bigbelly doubled production in recent years and sees more growth ahead.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 27, 2025 -
Hyundai boosts US investments to $26B through 2028
The automaker aims to significantly expand its domestic manufacturing footprint, including steel production and robotics.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 27, 2025 -
J&J earmarks $2B for Fujifilm’s North Carolina facility
The 10-year deal will expand the biopharma giant’s capacity to better meet U.S. demand for advanced medicines and create 120 jobs for the Raleigh area.
By Nathan Owens • Aug. 26, 2025 -
ChemForward, Apple launch screening tool to protect electronics manufacturing workers
Employees use cleaners and degreasers to remove contaminants during electronics or semiconductor production, constantly exposing them to industrial solvents that could cause cancer, irritation and other illnesses.
By Sara Samora • Aug. 25, 2025 -
US government to take 10% stake in Intel with CHIPS funding
The $8.9 billion investment marks a strategic shift in funding for the Trump administration as it looks to bolster domestic semiconductor manufacturing.
By Nathan Owens • Aug. 25, 2025 -
Trump’s tax law could boost cash flow for manufacturers with deductions and more
The recently signed tax law allows bonus depreciation for qualifying equipment, offers R&D deductions, locks in the corporate tax rate and more. But tariffs and tax code interpretations could still complicate companies’ financial plans.
By Michelle No • Aug. 25, 2025 -
Sponsored by CloudNC
How to increase your CNC capacity without new machines
How can you unlock extra manufacturing capacity - without adding a single new machine tool?
By Norval Scott • Aug. 25, 2025 -
Opinion
The future of manufacturing belongs to systems thinkers
Licensys’ Matteo Neri urges industry leaders to look beyond efficiency and take a broader view about how to define operational excellence in a constantly changing world.
By Matteo Neri • Aug. 21, 2025 -
Rivian moving forward on $5B Georgia EV plant
The electric vehicle manufacturer had ceased construction on the facility near Social Circle in 2024 to cut costs.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 20, 2025 -
Federal court orders Chemours to stop PFAS discharge from West Virginia facility
The Teflon product manufacturer is disappointed in the court’s ruling and plans to appeal, a company spokesperson said. The company settled another lawsuit related to its Washington Works facility in 2023 for $110 million.
By Sara Samora • Aug. 20, 2025