US, South Korea sign EV battery deal

As the Biden administration allocates hundreds of billions of dollars to boost domestic production, South Korea-based companies have poured over $100 billion into U.S. operations.

By Sara Samora • May 3, 2023

Nikon plans to launch its 1st overseas headquarters in California

The electronics company is establishing a new U.S. subsidiary focused on additive manufacturing.

By Sara Samora • May 1, 2023

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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

Pitfalls and potential of ChatGPT in manufacturing

The much-discussed technology can be used to automate mundane tasks and summarize processes, but users should beware of its security lapses and capacity for error. 

By Jen A. Miller • May 1, 2023

Space Forge eyes US expansion to advance in-space manufacturing

The U.K. startup is planning a facility to produce satellites capable of making semiconductors and other materials in-orbit.

By Sara Samora • April 28, 2023

6K Energy to build $200M EV battery materials plant in Tennessee

The company plans to manufacture low-cost, sustainable battery materials using its microwave plasma technology.

By Megan Ruggles • April 28, 2023

ABB to spend $100M to build Wisconsin facility

The new factory is part of a larger wave of ABB’s U.S. investments, which have reached $170 million. 

By Sara Samora • April 26, 2023

White House launches plan for national semiconductor research and development center

The National Semiconductor Technology Center will include a cross-country network of R&D hubs to pilot new chip design and grow the sector's workforce.

By Rebecca Heilweil • April 25, 2023

Manufacturing issues spur FDA to deny approval of new Lilly drug

An analyst indicated that the regulatory agency unearthed problems during a pre-approval inspection.

By Christopher Newman • April 20, 2023

A Google Cloud tech exec on AI and manufacturing

Manufacturing Dive spoke with one of the tech giant's manufacturing leaders about how companies can integrate the tools into their operations.

By Kate Magill • April 19, 2023

Apple commits to 100% recycled cobalt in batteries by 2025

The company is taking steps to create more responsible mineral supply chains as it aims for carbon neutrality by 2030.

By Kate Magill • April 17, 2023

Automation everywhere is key to manufacturing scalability

Automating manufacturing processes is a crucial goal of many digital transformation projects. 

April 17, 2023

Group14 starts construction on 2nd Washington battery facility

The site will produce up to 2,000 tons of battery-grade anode material a year.

By Megan Ruggles • April 13, 2023

Lucid Motors slashes 18% of workforce

The EV maker is cutting hundreds of jobs in Arizona and California as it attempts to reduce vehicle and operating expenses.

By Sara Samora • April 6, 2023

How digital twins can boost manufacturing operations, supply chains

The technology can help companies save time and money, if they can afford the upfront costs of integration and technology training. 

By Rebecca Heilweil • April 6, 2023

Virgin Orbit files for bankruptcy, cuts 85% of workforce

The aerospace manufacturer has secured $31.6 million in funding for its operations as it seeks a buyer amid the Chapter 11 process.

By Sara Samora • April 5, 2023

Redwire nabs $5.9M contract to design 3D printer astronauts can use in space

The multi-material printer will enable crews to make tools, replacement parts and printed circuit boards.

By Megan Ruggles • April 4, 2023

4 essential lessons for manufacturers to achieve net zero decarbonization

Access the expertise needed to reach your Scope 1, 2 and 3 targets, as featured in ENGIE Impact’s Manufacturing Decarbonization Guidebook.

By Jason Bell, Director, Sustainability Solutions, ENGIE Impact • April 3, 2023

So your manufacturing company was hacked. What’s next?

With manufacturers often the target of ransomware and other cyberattacks, experts weigh in on how to regain control of operations and limit the damage. 

By Jen Miller • March 29, 2023

Biotechnology should be used to improve food nutrition, sustainability and resiliency, Biden report says

The new document sets out “bold goals” to improve areas such as biomanufacturing and supply chain management. It follows a September executive order that made the technology sector a national priority.

By Megan Poinski • March 27, 2023

Bristol Myers Squibb takes biomanufacturing to space

The company is sending protein-based medicines to the International Space Station’s national laboratory to study how to improve their production processes. 

By Megan Ruggles • March 24, 2023

Swiss robotics company expands Michigan production site

ABB is scaling its manufacturing capacity as demand grows in sectors like EVs, healthcare, packaging and logistics.

By Sara Samora • March 22, 2023

Solar developer to invest over $600M toward Ohio manufacturing plant

Invenergy’s EVP of global sourcing said a strong domestic supply chain is important to meet the growing demand for affordable solar power.

By Sara Samora • March 17, 2023

ABTC looks to scale capacity with new factory purchase

The moves will help American Battery Technology Company meet demand for its recycled battery materials.

By Sara Samora • March 15, 2023

Australia-based EV battery materials firm looks to build US factory

Sicona Battery Technologies tapped Bechtel to assess the needs of an anode battery component plant.

By Sara Samora • March 15, 2023

How manufacturers can integrate digital tools into employee training

Tablets and cell phones can offer convenient ways to more quickly train new workers on how to use equipment and understand operations. 

By Michelle No • March 10, 2023