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FortuneChinese Firms Ship Over 13,000 Humanoid Robots in 2025
Chinese manufacturers accounted for about 85 percent of global humanoid robot shipments last year. Domestic output is projected to exceed 28,000 units in 2026.
suasnews.comArcanus Aerial Systems Names FeralX as Canadian Contract Manufacturer for Drone Systems in Five-Year Deal
Arcanus committed C$1 million in equity to FeralX under the agreement dated May 12, 2026. All production will occur at Canadian facilities.
BenzingaQuanex Building Products Reports 2.2% Revenue Rise in Q2 2026
Quanex Building Products Corporation posted revenue of $462.4 million for the second quarter of 2026. The company cited pricing actions and foreign exchange gains that offset a 3% volume decline. Gross margins fell 350 basis points amid higher raw-material and logistics costs.
livemint.comBoeing to Open Second 737 Max Production Line in Everett
Boeing will open a fourth 737 Max final assembly line in Everett, Washington, on July 6. The move follows a production increase to 47 jets per month and aims for 52 jets monthly in 2027.
The VergeTrump Mobile T1 Phone Assembled in Miami After U.S. Manufacturing Claims Removed
The T1 Phone reached limited early distribution nearly a year after its June 2025 announcement. Final assembly occurs in Miami from imported components, and the company no longer states the device is made in the United States.
electrek.coStellantis to Install Solar at Two-Thirds of European Factories, Battery Storage at 20 Sites by 2026
The automaker is installing solar generation across most of its European plants and will add battery storage at 20 sites, seven of which are scheduled to operate by the end of 2026.
Tesla Adds Coastal Blue to Model Y Lineup
Tesla introduced a new blue paint option for the Model Y on June 5, 2026. The color joins three other blue shades already offered on the vehicle.
Nissan to Build Chery Vehicles at Fully-Owned Sunderland Plant from 2027
Nissan announced it is exploring production of Chery International U.K. passenger vehicles at its Sunderland factory under a nonbinding memorandum of understanding. The plan targets Line One output starting in financial year 2027.
benzinga.comTreasury Nominee Outlines Manufacturing Goals Focused on Domestic Production
A Treasury Department nominee described plans to shift economic measurement toward factory output. The remarks addressed current reliance on consumer prices as an indicator of abundance.
japantimes.co.jpNissan to Contract-Manufacture Cars for Chinese State-Part-Owned Chery at UK Sunderland Plant from 2027
Nissan signed a non-binding agreement to discuss contract manufacturing for Chery at its Sunderland factory. The Japanese automaker aims to start production for the Chinese company on line 1 in the 2027 financial year if talks succeed.
finance.yahoo.comGM Aims to Cut Vehicle Development Time in Half Using AI and Virtual Simulation
GM aims to shorten its vehicle development timeline to two years using AI and virtual testing, down from the standard four-to-six-year cycle. The company has already achieved a 20-month timeline on the GMC Hummer EV.
notebookcheck.netAcer Adds Assembly Lines in India After It Becomes Company’s Second-Largest Market, Warns of Higher PC Prices
Acer CEO Jason Chen said India is now the company’s second-largest market. The firm is adding local assembly lines under the Make in India program while also manufacturing in Vietnam and Thailand.
TechCrunchLayup Parts, a composites startup with Anduril and defense ties, raises $42M Series A
The Huntington Beach startup, founded by former Anduril engineer Zack Eakin, will use the funds to expand its team and move into a larger facility.
marketwatch.comStrike at GM Parts Supplier Disrupts Pickup Truck Output
Workers at a key supplier halted production, affecting General Motors pickup truck assembly lines. The action centers on disputes over wages and benefits. Output at multiple plants faces potential delays.
The HillTrump Cuts Some Steel and Aluminum Derivative Tariffs to 15% to Protect U.S. Manufacturers and Farmers
President Trump reduced tariffs on certain aluminum and steel derivative products from 25 percent to 15 percent on Monday. The changes affect agricultural equipment and HVAC systems and follow a recommendation from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.
runningshoesguru.comQTREX Quantum Ltd. to Exhibit AME Connectivity Components at Quantum.Tech World 2026 in Boston
QTREX Quantum Ltd. said its executives will attend the Boston conference June 25-26 to showcase additively manufactured electronics for quantum systems. The company will also hold private meetings with partners.
AxiosU.S. Manufacturing PMI Hits 54, Highest in Four Years, but Payrolls Keep Falling and Growth Tied to Stockpiling
The Institute for Supply Management reported its manufacturing index reached 54 in May. The reading marked the fifth consecutive month of expansion after two years of contraction.
Le MondeStellantis Announces €1B Investment in Peugeot Models at Mulhouse but Cuts European Output 20% After €22B EV Write-Down
Stellantis announced a €1 billion investment on June 2, 2026, to develop and build three new electric or hybrid Peugeot models at its Mulhouse plant in eastern France. The move forms part of a broader €60 billion plan to restore profitability over five years.
indianexpress.comGerman Engineering Orders Up 5% Overall but Domestic Demand Falls 2%
Domestic orders fell 2 percent while foreign orders rose 9 percent year-over-year, according to VDMA data released for the three-month span.
indiatoday.intoday.inTrump Adjusts Steel Aluminum and Copper Tariffs to Bolster Domestic Production
President Donald J. Trump signed a proclamation updating tariffs on imports of steel, aluminum, and copper. The changes aim to protect national security, drive investment in U.S. manufacturing, agriculture, and housing, and expand domestic output of metals used in strategic produ…
foxnews.comTrump Proclaims New Tariff Adjustments on Aluminum Steel and Copper Imports
President Trump issued a proclamation further adjusting tariff rates and exemption regimes for imports of aluminum, steel, and copper. The changes alter duty levels and quota structures for affected exporters, triggering compliance updates for U.S. importers and foreign producers…
forbes.comChinese Automaker Selects Spain for First European Factory
SAIC Motor Corp. will build its first European car plant in Spain. The facility is intended to reduce the impact of European Union tariffs on Chinese-made vehicles.
BloombergGeneral Dynamics to Invest $200 Million and End Turkish Partnership for Texas Artillery Shell Plant
General Dynamics will spend $200 million of its own funds and terminate a partnership with Turkish defense contractor Repkon to begin 155mm artillery shell production at a Texas facility previously delayed.
mining.comQTREX Quantum Ltd. Announces Purchase Order for AME System from Unnamed U.S. Fortune 500 Company
QTREX Quantum Ltd. announced on June 1, 2026, that it received a purchase order from a U.S.-based Fortune 500 multinational company for an AME system and related materials. The system will be delivered to one of the customer's sites outside the United States.
prnewswire.comPMGC Holdings Signs Non-Binding LOI to Acquire 76% of Arizona Precision Machining Company
PMGC Holdings Inc. announced a non-binding letter of intent to acquire a 76% controlling interest in an Arizona-based precision machining company founded in 2006. The target generated $5.46 million in revenue and $1.05 million in EBITDA for fiscal year 2025.
prnewswire.comFire damages Hyundai Mobis plant in India
A fire broke out Sunday at a Hyundai Mobis parts plant near Chennai, destroying one building that makes automotive electronics. The company said the incident will cause only temporary production issues.
flightradar24.comSlovak Powder Metallurgy Company GEVORKYAN Opens Defence Industry Office in Kraków
The Slovak powder-metallurgy firm opened a Kraków office to expand defence work in Poland. The move follows years of robotisation investment and a new project with a Polish arms maker.
thehindubusinessline.comTrump Proclamation Adjusts Tariff Regimes on Aluminum, Steel and Copper Imports
President Donald Trump signed Proclamation 11032 on June 1, 2026, further modifying the tariff structures applied to imports of aluminum, steel, and copper. The changes carry direct compliance and cost implications for importers, domestic producers, and downstream manufacturers t…
SemaforChina Manufacturing Activity Slowed in May Amid Higher Oil Prices
Official data showed Chinese factory output declined in May. Rising oil prices linked to the Iran conflict contributed to the slowdown, while exports stayed above last year's levels.
axios.comU.S. administration in advanced talks to fund domestic drone makers
Negotiations are underway to provide federal funds directly to American drone companies. The money would support expanded production and lower prices without purchasing finished drones.
FortuneChina Factory Activity Flat in May as New Orders Dip
An official survey showed China's manufacturing PMI at 50 in May. New orders fell below the expansion threshold while production remained slightly positive.
news.sky.comNissan to Keep Sunderland Plant Open and Continue UK Manufacturing
A Nissan spokesperson told GB News the company will maintain operations at its Sunderland factory and other UK sites. The statement follows earlier reports of production cuts and workforce reductions under the Re:Nissan plan.
FortuneChina Export Prices Rose 5 Percent in April
Chinese export prices increased 5 percent in April from a year earlier, the largest gain since April 2023. The rise followed higher oil prices that raised costs for manufacturing inputs.
yahoo.comNexperia China Reports Recovery in Production and Delivery
Local media state that Nexperia China's manufacturing output and shipment operations are returning to prior levels. The reports provide no specific dates or performance metrics.
The IndependentBYD to Introduce Europe-Specific Electric and Hybrid Models
BYD plans a range of vehicles designed and built for European buyers. The first model, the Dolphin G, will launch next week.
theedgemarkets.comNikon CEO Says Company Will Offer Lower-Cost Chipmaking Equipment
Nikon plans to compete with ASML by developing lower-cost semiconductor manufacturing tools. The announcement was reported by Nikkei.
deccanchronicle.comChinese Startup LinkerBot Seeks $6 Billion Valuation for Robotic Hands
LinkerBot, founded in 2023, shipped 10,000 dexterous robotic hands last year. The company is raising funds at a $6 billion valuation and exploring a Hong Kong listing.
wwd.comUnilever to Invest $270 Million in New Haven Innovation Center
Unilever plans to spend $270 million on a new innovation center in New Haven, Connecticut. The facility will focus on developing skin and hair products for the U.S. and global markets.
nypost.comBOXABL Plans SPAC Merger With FG Merger II Corp
BOXABL announced plans to merge with FG Merger II Corp through a SPAC transaction. The company has raised $230 million through crowdfunding to develop factory-built foldable homes.
SemaforEU plans trade measures on Chinese imports
The European Union announced plans to impose import quotas and tariffs on Chinese goods. Officials also called for companies to diversify supply chains away from China.
TechCrunchRivian to Begin R2 SUV Deliveries on June 9
Rivian will start customer deliveries of its new R2 SUV on June 9. The vehicle is priced from just under $60,000 initially, with lower-priced versions planned for 2027.
teslarati.comTesla Displays Limited Signature Edition Model S and Model X at Fremont Factory Showroom
Tesla placed two rare Signature Edition vehicles on public display at its Fremont factory showroom. The display includes one Model S and one Model X from production runs limited to 250 and 100 units respectively.
benzinga.comCompany Reaches Labor Agreement to Prevent Chip Production Strikes
A technology manufacturer finalized a labor agreement that avoids planned strikes at its chip facilities. The deal follows reports of increased worker compensation tied to demand for artificial intelligence components.
BloombergU.S. Government Joins Creditors in First Brands Bankruptcy Case
The U.S. government has filed claims in the bankruptcy of autoparts maker First Brands. The filing alleges the company underpaid tariffs.
ForbesAstraZeneca Launches Clean Heat Program for Supplier Network
AstraZeneca is rolling out a program to cut heat-related emissions across its pharmaceutical supply chain. The initiative works with Secaro and ERM to map energy use and finance efficiency upgrades at supplier sites.
koreaherald.comTesla Files Patent for Solvent-Free Battery Cathode Production
Tesla has filed a patent application for a new battery cathode manufacturing method that eliminates toxic liquid solvents. The process uses a microscopic structure to bind materials and is already in use at Gigafactory Texas.
automotiveworld.comHonda Revises 2040 EV Sales Target After Posting First Net Loss
Honda Motor said its 2040 goal for all-new vehicle sales to be electric or fuel-cell models is no longer realistic. The company reported its first full-year net loss since 1957 and is cutting EV spending while increasing hybrid output.
gamereactor.euJim Henson's Creature Shop Opens Queens Workshop to Public Tours
The New York facility now offers Saturday tours for $150 per person. Visitors see props, meet builders, and watch demonstrations in a space previously closed to the public.
koreatimes.co.krStellantis Expands Partnerships with Chinese Automakers
Stellantis is increasing joint projects with Chinese vehicle manufacturers. The moves follow earlier supply and technology agreements between the companies.
cnbc.comHuawei Plans 1.4-Nanometer Chips by 2031 Using New Technology
Huawei said it will begin producing 1.4-nanometer chips by 2031 with its LogicFolding architecture. The company aims to narrow the gap with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., which plans the same process in 2028.
thelastdriverlicenseholder.comTesla Discontinues Model S and Model X Production
Tesla vice president of vehicle engineering Lars Moravy said the company ended Model S and Model X production because the vehicles' platform could not meet updated safety standards without major redesign. The decision also aligned with plans to repurpose factory space for Optimus…
motor1.comTesla Roadster to Be Built in Texas
Tesla executives confirmed in an interview that the next-generation Roadster will be manufactured in Texas. First planning steps have been completed and additional details are expected in coming months.
manilatimes.netHuntsville Center for Technology Opens $40 Million Training Facility
A new Alabama school offers 700 students industry-standard training in skilled trades. The facility partners with local manufacturers to address workforce shortages.
FortuneAlabama High School and Toyota Partner on Industrial Maintenance Training
A new Huntsville facility trains high school students in industrial maintenance through a Toyota partnership. The program addresses documented shortages in manufacturing and construction trades.
Iran Conflict Disrupts Australian Supply Chains for Chemicals and Textiles
Disruptions from the Iran conflict have affected Australian access to manufacturing chemicals, plastic packaging, and yarn. Manufacturers report shorter price validity periods and rising costs for new contracts.
thehindubusinessline.comU.S. Manufacturing Input Prices Index Reaches 80 Points in May
The Manufacturing PMI input prices index rose to 80 points in May, the highest level since mid-2022. The index has increased 18 points since February.
financialpost.comGlobal EV Outlook 2026 Examines Electric Vehicle Trends
The International Energy Agency released its Global EV Outlook 2026, covering developments in electric cars, batteries, charging infrastructure, and manufacturing.
Taiwan Chip Production Holds Key Role in Global Supply
Taiwan produces the majority of advanced semiconductors used worldwide. Any sustained interruption would affect electronics manufacturing across multiple industries.
pakistantoday.com.pkUK Government Pledges £120 Million to Support Pottery Industry in Stoke-on-Trent
The UK government has announced a £120 million support package for the pottery sector in Stoke-on-Trent. The funding aims to help firms modernise operations and reduce reliance on gas-fired kilns.
New York PostStellantis Plans Nine New Models Under $40,000 by 2030
Stellantis announced it will introduce nine new vehicles priced below $40,000 by 2030. The move is part of a $70 billion turnaround plan aimed at the U.S. market.