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🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Emanuele Orsini: "Competitiveness must be at the center. A national plan for energy and the country's growth can take off"

Emanuele Orsini emphasizes the importance of maintaining manufacturing in Europe to prevent deindustrialization and calls for a clear national energy strategy.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Workers decry Whirlpool’s job cuts amid offshoring, praise of Trump’s tariffs

Workers at Whirlpool are protesting job cuts in Iowa while the company increases production in Mexico, despite support for Trump's tariffs.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The Cause of Distortions Caused by Heated Windshields Has Been Revealed

Experts have identified a potential manufacturing defect in heated windshields that causes visual distortions when activated in cold weather.

Feb 26 • 10:21 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Russia Significantly Increased Purchases of Optical Fiber Needed for Drones from China Last Year

Russia has significantly ramped up its purchases of optical fiber from China due to the cessation of domestic production following drone attacks on its manufacturing facilities.

Feb 26 • 09:29 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Ukrainian Company Opens Drone Factory in the UK

A Ukrainian defense company has opened a drone manufacturing plant in the UK to ensure secure supplies and ongoing support for Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion.

Feb 26 • 07:48 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Ukrainian drone manufacturer opens factory

A Ukrainian drone manufacturer has opened a new factory to enhance its production capabilities amid ongoing conflict.

Feb 26 • 02:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian pharmaceutical companies seek Indian technology for weight loss pen manufacturing

Brazilian pharmaceutical firms Biomm and Amoveri are pursuing Indian technology agreements to produce weight loss pens ahead of the patent expiration for Ozempic in 2026.

Feb 25 • 18:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Higher tax on imported cell phones is expected to have little impact on prices in Brazil; main brands already produce in the country

Brazil's government has raised taxes on over a thousand imported products, including cell phones, to boost local industry competitiveness, but most smartphones are already produced domestically.

Feb 25 • 16:43 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Ukrainian drone manufacturer opens its first factory in Britain

A Ukrainian drone manufacturer has established its first factory in the UK.

Feb 25 • 14:19 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Household Appliance Production Down by 4%. Factories Closing, Thousands of Layoffs

Poland's household appliance production has decreased by 4% over recent years, leading to factory closures and significant job losses.

Feb 25 • 13:54 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Plant manufacturing Ukrainian Shark drones launched in UK

A Ukrainian drone manufacturer has opened its first plant in the UK to produce Shark drones, enhancing defense collaboration between Ukraine and the UK.

Feb 25 • 12:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Estonia Invests Millions: Rocket Manufacturer Frankenburg to Build Factories

Estonia is investing seven million euros into the rocket manufacturer Frankenburg Technologies to boost production capabilities within the EU.

Feb 25 • 11:03 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

US slaps steep duties on solar imports from India and Indonesia – media

The US has imposed significant tariffs on solar imports from India, Indonesia, and Laos to bolster domestic manufacturing and address unfair subsidies.

Feb 25 • 10:36 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Russian arms maker reports kamikaze drone milestone

Kalashnikov has unveiled the KUB-10ME, a new kamikaze drone with a range exceeding 100 km, positioning itself competitively in the arms sector.

Feb 25 • 09:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

This stock will rise to ₹22,500, currently at half the price... Brokerage says - Buy

The brokerage Motilal Oswal Financial Services recommends investing in EMS companies, predicting significant growth driven by government initiatives and increasing manufacturing capacity.

Feb 25 • 08:43 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

How ‘little giants’ help China defend its manufacturing dominance

The article discusses how China's focus on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly 'little giants,' is essential to maintaining its manufacturing edge globally.

Feb 25 • 08:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"Frankenburg Technologies" attracts 30 million euros to strengthen European missile manufacturing capabilities

Frankenburg Technologies has secured 30 million euros in funding to enhance missile manufacturing in Europe, led by the European venture capital fund 'Plural' and joined by Estonia’s state investment fund 'SmartCap'.

Feb 25 • 07:21 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

China Dominates the World Market: Friedrich Merz in the Land of Robots

China is rapidly advancing in humanoid robotics, enhancing productivity in factories and aiming to enter the European market, with notable manufacturers attracting attention during Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit.

Feb 25 • 06:47 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Tsumura to Acquire Yomeishu Manufacturing, Expecting Synergy Amid Declining Market

Tsumura has announced its acquisition of Yomeishu Manufacturing for approximately 6.8 billion yen, aiming to leverage synergies between herbal medicines and Yomeishu products.

Feb 25 • 03:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Apple wanted cheap production, but also helped China with military technologies, says journalist

The article discusses how Apple, while seeking inexpensive production solutions, invested heavily in China and provided significant support in military technologies.

Feb 24 • 16:22 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Why does the historic tire factory Fate close its doors?

The historic tire factory Fate in San Fernando, Argentina, is closing down, resulting in the layoff of 920 employees due to import issues and labor conflicts.

Feb 24 • 14:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major UK manufacturing firm enters administration – works with Jaguar and Nissan

The UK engineering firm JRM Advanced Engineering has entered administration and is now seeking a buyer after significant associations with major automotive companies.

Feb 24 • 12:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major UK manufacturing firm enters administration – works with Jaguar and Nissan

JRM Advanced Engineering, a UK manufacturing firm, has entered administration and is seeking a buyer after working with notable clients like Jaguar and Nissan.

Feb 24 • 11:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

In the West, demand for refurbished furniture is rising. A manufacturer wants to build a factory in the Czech Republic

A manufacturer plans to establish a factory in the Czech Republic to meet the growing demand for refurbished furniture in Western markets.

Feb 24 • 07:40 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Panasonic entrusts TV sales in Europe and the US to a Chinese company, also collaborating on development and manufacturing

Panasonic has decided to outsource its television sales in Europe and the US to the Chinese electronics giant Skyworth as part of an effort to improve profitability in its TV business.

Feb 24 • 06:49 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Tirado, the radiator manufacturer, violated subcontracting laws by having subcontractors store molds for free

The Fair Trade Commission of Japan has recognized Tirado, a radiator manufacturer, for violating subcontracting laws by requiring subcontractors to store metal molds without compensation.

Feb 24 • 06:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Wage Labor Jobs for Those in Their 20s Decrease for the Third Consecutive Year, with the Second Largest Drop in History

Wage labor jobs for people in their 20s in South Korea have decreased for the third consecutive year, with significant impacts from the ongoing struggles in the construction and manufacturing sectors.

Feb 24 • 05:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Manufacturing European Independence

The article discusses the necessity for Europe to achieve true independence in various sectors to be respected on the global stage.

Feb 24 • 01:43 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Sandvik breaks ground on $51-million mining equipment manufacturing facility in Saskatoon

Sandvik has initiated the construction of a $51-million manufacturing facility in Saskatoon, aiming to centralize mining equipment production in Canada.

Feb 24 • 00:23 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Electronic Components Thriving with AI: Murata Manufacturing President Nakajima Says 'This Year is Very Important'

Murata Manufacturing's President Nakajima discusses the importance of the electronic components market driven by AI, with insights on smartphone and automotive trends.

Feb 23 • 22:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Industry: More executives expect greater declines than those who foresee improvements

A significant number of manufacturing executives in Argentina predict continued declines in production, orders, and staffing for the upcoming months.

Feb 23 • 20:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Hapur: Devastating fire in factory, two more factories caught in the grip

A massive fire erupted in a cardboard box manufacturing factory in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, leading to chaos as flames spread to two nearby factories.

Feb 23 • 13:29 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Operation Sindoor' Fired BrahMos Missile Linked to Lucknow, CM Yogi Roars in Singapore

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, during his visit to Singapore, emphasized India's ancient cultural heritage and the homeland's advancements, mentioning that the BrahMos missile fired during 'Operation Sindoor' is associated with Lucknow.

Feb 23 • 12:58 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Javier Milei and his measures, LIVE: The Government gathers the political table while waiting to turn the labor reform into law

The Argentine government under Javier Milei is convening a political meeting to push for labor reform in the Senate amid ongoing tensions surrounding the closure of a major tire manufacturing company.

Feb 23 • 10:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Working 65 Hours a Week for Over 8 Months... Ministry of Labor Identifies Chronic Violations of Unlimited Overtime

The Ministry of Labor has discovered widespread violations of labor laws in manufacturing facilities, where employees consistently work over the legal limit of 52 hours per week, especially in night shifts.

Feb 23 • 10:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Å koda is once again considering an electric Fabia, which could be produced in Spain

Å koda is contemplating the production of an electric Fabia in Spain, potentially signaling a shift towards more sustainable automotive manufacturing.

Feb 23 • 07:05 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

On car bonuses the EU is wrong to include gasoline engines

Marco Stella, CEO of DTS Spa, argues that the EU's proposal to include gasoline engines in car subsidies undermines European manufacturing, stressing the need for components to be made in Europe amid global competition.

Feb 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

CM Yogi embarks on a mission to make UP a manufacturing hub, departing for Singapore and Japan tonight

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to depart for Singapore and Japan to promote Uttar Pradesh as a manufacturing hub and meet with international business leaders.

Feb 22 • 13:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

People are only just realizing how pre-packaged sandwiches are made and they're grossed out

Public reaction to the manufacturing process of pre-packaged sandwiches reveals widespread disgust and a change in consumer behavior.

Feb 22 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

A Russian missile hit a Mondelez manufacturing plant in Ukraine

A Russian missile strike in the Sumy region of Ukraine has hit a Mondelez factory, which produces snacks and beverages, without causing casualties.

Feb 22 • 09:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

How milk becomes whey protein? Video shows details of the supplement manufacturing process

This article explores the production process of whey protein at the University of São Paulo, revealing the transformation of whey into protein powder and its common uses.

Feb 22 • 07:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

High energy prices threaten UK’s status as manufacturing power, business groups say

A report reveals that rising energy prices risk the UK's manufacturing status, with 40% of businesses cutting investments due to high electricity and gas costs.

Feb 22 • 07:00 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Several reported injured in Ukrainian attack on Russian rocket factory

Several injuries have been reported following a Ukrainian attack on a crucial Russian rocket manufacturing facility.

Feb 21 • 23:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fate and the Workers: A Factory Stopped, Millions of Liters of Solvent, and the Despair of the Neighborhood

Fate, a tire manufacturing company in Argentina, has been closed for four days, leaving workers in distress as they demand its reopening amid internal union conflicts.

Feb 21 • 23:04 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Meet Digit: Toyota’s newest worker doesn’t need coffee breaks

Toyota Canada introduces Digit, a humanoid robot designed to enhance operational efficiency at their Woodstock assembly plant.

Feb 21 • 22:57 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Ukraine Breaks Russia's Back! Weapon Manufacturing Factory Blown Up... Intense Bombardment

A Ukrainian drone targeted an industrial site in Russia's Udmurt Republic, injuring 11 people and raising security concerns in the region.

Feb 21 • 16:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Ukraine: Flamingo missiles struck Russian ballistic missile manufacturing plant

Ukrainian forces launched Flamingo missiles at a Russian ballistic missile manufacturing plant in Udmurtia, southern Russia, causing significant damage.

Feb 21 • 15:01 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian Flamingo missiles hit Russian plant making Kinzhal and Oreshnik missiles – Ukraine’s General Staff

Ukrainian forces successfully targeted the Votkinsk plant in Russia, known for manufacturing key missile systems, using Flamingo missiles.

Feb 21 • 13:43 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Largest Decoration Manufacturer: Italians Learn from Us, China Copies Us

A Czech decoration manufacturer claims that Italians are learning from their techniques while China is merely copying their designs.

Feb 21 • 13:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
World

Ukraine attacked 1500 kilometers from the border. Struck the area with armories

Ukraine conducted an attack 1500 kilometers away from its border, targeting an area known for arms manufacturing.

Feb 21 • 08:53 UTC

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