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    Chipmakers have mixed reactions to Trump’s phase-one tariffs

    Nvidia supported Trump’s plan to implement 25% duties on certain AI chips, while others remain quiet.

    By • Jan. 20, 2026
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    Manufacturing’s AI moment: Why readiness matters more than technology

    Most manufacturers aren’t ready for AI. Find out what it takes to get there.

    By Michael Simms • Jan. 20, 2026
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    The Rise of AI in Manufacturing

    How are manufacturers using AI, and what should leaders know about the technology? 

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
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    Why your digital thread has always been broken

    Continuous improvement teams at top manufacturers are battling to close this hidden gap plaguing productivity and divorcing design and production.

    Jan. 20, 2026
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    US caps Taiwan tariffs at 15%

    The limit would apply to both reciprocal and sector-specific duties, per the Commerce Department, although the implementation timeline remains unclear.

    By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 16, 2026
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    Screenshot: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.

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    TSMC ramps up Arizona production as AI demand drove 2025 revenue to $122B

    The manufacturer expects demand to continue as it works to accelerate U.S. expansion plans. The company’s second fab is now complete, with production starting later this year, and construction on a third is underway.

    By • Jan. 16, 2026
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    ChemSec issues low grades to US chemical manufacturers

    Minnesota-based Ecolab scored the highest for its plans to phase out PFAS use by the end of 2026. Chemours placed last with zero points.

    By • Jan. 13, 2026
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    Howmet Aerospace to buy hardware business for $1.8B, among other M&A to end 2025

    South Korea-based Samsung Biologics plans to acquire its first U.S. manufacturing site, and Deere is expanding its technology services with the purchase of equipment management provider Tenna.

    By • Jan. 12, 2026
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    GM expects $7.1B EV-related charge in Q4 as it realigns North American strategy

    The automaker cited slowing electric vehicle demand and the termination of consumer tax incentives for its shift in its North America strategy to produce more internal combustion engine trucks and SUVs.

    By • Jan. 9, 2026
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    Illinois offers $24M in grants for manufacturing training programs

    Applicants outside of the Chicago metropolitan area can apply for grants valued between $3 million and $6 million through the end of April.

    By • Jan. 9, 2026
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    Micron to break ground on $100B New York semiconductor fab

    The tech company is moving forward with the project after obtaining the necessary permit approvals and undergoing a “rigorous environmental review,” according to a news release.

    By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 8, 2026
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    5 manufacturing trends to watch in 2026

    Companies are navigating through tariff uncertainty and evolving policy changes as the industry invests in domestic production, AI, automation and workforce development programs.

    By , • Jan. 8, 2026
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    Honda buying LG Energy Solution’s stake in Ohio EV battery plant for $2.85B

    The transaction includes the building and infrastructure assets related to the battery joint venture, but excludes the land and equipment.

    By • Jan. 6, 2026
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    Cyber risks grow as manufacturers turn to AI and cloud systems

    Manufacturing has been the most-attacked sector for four years straight, according to a recent IBM report. Experts weigh in on how to balance the costs of security infrastructure with the rapid pace of technological advancement.

    By Sakshi Udavant • Jan. 5, 2026
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    NIST commits $20M to strengthen AI in manufacturing

    The federal agency said its investment will establish two centers focused on advancing the technology through a partnership with the nonprofit Mitre Corp.

    By • Dec. 23, 2025
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    By the numbers: 2025 manufacturing trends

    Reflect on the year through key data points about tariffs, domestic investments, M&A, the manufacturing workforce, federal policy, AI and more.

    By , , • Dec. 23, 2025
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    What Trump’s $901B defense law means for manufacturing

    The National Defense Authorization Act approves billions of dollars for shipbuilding, munitions production and emerging technologies. It also forms a Civil Reserve Manufacturing Network and updates PFAS policies.

    By • Dec. 19, 2025
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    Ford cancels $6.5B battery supply contract with LG Energy Solution

    Last week, the automaker also dissolved its BlueOval SK battery joint venture as it shifts away from EVs.

    By • Dec. 19, 2025
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    Sensor maker Luminar Technologies files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, pursues chip business sale

    The company plans to sell Luminar Semiconductors, Inc. for $110 million and restructure its debt after losing a major contract with automaker Volvo.

    By • Dec. 17, 2025
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    Ford scraps EV plans, shifts to hybrids, EREVs and low-cost models

    The automaker will focus its North American EV development on a new family of smaller, highly efficient and less expensive models.

    By • Dec. 16, 2025
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    Roomba maker files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, seeks acquisition by contract manufacturer

    iRobot has struggled with sales in recent years amid growing foreign competition and supply chain issues. A China-based manufacturer is looking to buy the company.

    By • Dec. 16, 2025
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    Foxconn and Anthro Energy among latest companies to invest in US facilities

    Beverage maker Swire Coca-Cola and tractor firm Bad Boy Mowers are also investing in manufacturing facilities to expand domestic production.

    By • Dec. 15, 2025
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    Ford, SK On dissolving BlueOval SK EV battery joint venture

    The planned $11.4 billion investment by the two companies included building three manufacturing plants in the U.S.

    By • Dec. 12, 2025
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    Lilly to build $6B weight-loss drug factory in Alabama

    This is the third of four planned U.S. manufacturing sites the pharmaceutical giant has unveiled this year, set to bring 450 factory jobs to the Huntsville area.

    By • Dec. 11, 2025
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    Deere targets big sales goals as Trump pushes for lower equipment prices

    The tractor maker’s Smart Industrial strategy is positioned to help fuel growth and shareholder value over the next five years.

    By • Dec. 10, 2025
  • Boston Dynamics' Spot robot is on display at IFS' Industrial X Unleashed event in New York City on Nov. 13, 2025.
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    Robots, virtualization and grid risks are top of mind for executives

    As data centers and robotics come online, the electrical grid is becoming a growing risk for the tech industry, experts said at IFS’ Industrial X Unleashed event in New York City.

    By • Dec. 9, 2025