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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Evaluated the 'Made in Europe' rules: autonomy is needed

The European Commission proposes that companies seeking public funding must meet minimum requirements for goods or components to be produced within EU member states, impacting strategic sectors like automotive and green technology.

Mar 23 • 09:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Grease and vapor fueling fire at Daejeon Safety Industry... Manufacturing workers say it's not someone else's problem

Concerns grow among manufacturing workers in South Korea following a deadly fire at a safety equipment factory, highlighting the risks associated with the accumulation of grease and vapors in industrial environments.

Mar 23 • 08:06 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Business Ticker: Musk: Tesla and SpaceX are building chip factories for in-house needs in Texas

Elon Musk announced that Tesla and SpaceX will be constructing two state-of-the-art chip factories in Austin, Texas, primarily for their own needs.

Mar 23 • 06:28 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Pharmaceutical and Bio News] SK Bioscience signs contract for contract manufacturing of MSD Ebola vaccine

SK Bioscience announced a partnership with global pharmaceutical company MSD to participate in the development project for an Ebola vaccine supported by CEPI.

Mar 23 • 06:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Moma brand recalls porridge products over possible mice contamination

Moma brand has recalled several porridge products in the UK due to potential contamination with mice at their manufacturing facility.

Mar 22 • 18:53 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] ‘Flames Discovered from the Ceiling, Engulfed in Fire in Less than a Second’

A fire that claimed 14 lives at a Daejeon manufacturing facility was reported to have started with sparks from the ceiling, rapidly engulfing the building.

Mar 22 • 12:09 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Police in Pardubice concluded the investigation of the fire site of the arms company LPP Holding

Police have finished examining the site of a recent fire at LPP Holding in Pardubice, Czechia.

Mar 22 • 11:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Expansion of the fitness market transforms city into a hub for manufacturing gym equipment

São José do Rio Preto in Brazil is emerging as a key manufacturing hub for gym equipment, driven by a significant increase in fitness-related businesses and a growing market demands.

Mar 22 • 11:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Grease, Open Structure, and Blocked Escape Routes: Did the Daejeon Factory Fire Turn into a Disaster?

A fire at a car parts manufacturing plant in Daejeon caused 74 casualties, prompting experts to examine the factors that escalated it into a disaster, such as the building's structure and lack of escape routes.

Mar 22 • 09:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

[Exclusive] '74 people injured' Safety Industrial, Sodium of 'Grade 1 Hazardous Material' Imported Unlawfully

Following a deadly fire at a car parts manufacturing facility in Daejeon, it has been confirmed that Safety Industrial violated safety regulations concerning the handling of sodium, classified as a Grade 1 hazardous material.

Mar 22 • 08:02 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"A Terawatt of Computing Power per Year": Elon Musk Launches the Gigantic Terafab Project to Produce His Own AI Chips

Elon Musk has announced the Terafab project, aiming to produce a terawatt of computing power per year through a manufacturing facility in Texas operated by Tesla and SpaceX.

Mar 22 • 07:34 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Daejeon Fire Disaster’ Safety Industry… A 73-Year-Old Automobile Engine Valve Company

A significant fire disaster at Safety Industries in Daejeon resulted in 74 casualties; the company, which specializes in manufacturing automobile engine valves, has been operational since 1953.

Mar 22 • 07:27 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

After an explosion in Vandžiogala, a worker burned his face and hands

A worker sustained injuries to his face and hands due to an explosion at a manufacturing facility in Vandžiogala, Lithuania, which was reported on Saturday afternoon.

Mar 22 • 06:42 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

In Kunshan, China’s Foxconn nerve centre, old tech tries to learn new tricks

As China's economic transition accelerates, Kunshan faces the challenge of adapting its traditional manufacturing sector to stay relevant in the face of emerging technologies.

Mar 21 • 22:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Nothing complicated: a technology enthusiast creates a shoulder-fired 'Stinger' prototype rocket for 83 euros

A Latvian technology enthusiast has constructed a shoulder-fired 'Stinger' prototype rocket using widely available technologies for just 83 euros, challenging traditional notions of military weapon manufacturing.

Mar 21 • 22:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Renault Replaces Humans with Headless Humanoids – "True Breakthrough"

Renault plans to introduce a significant number of headless humanoid robots into their production lines by next year, which could reduce labor hours per vehicle by a third.

Mar 21 • 13:22 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
World

14 People Killed in Fire at Factory in South Korea

At least 14 people have died in a factory fire in South Korea, with 60 others injured, during an incident at an auto parts manufacturing facility in Daejeon.

Mar 21 • 12:16 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian drone manufacturer starts producing UAVs with Czech company – photo

Ukrainian drone manufacturer Ukrainska Bavovna has partnered with Czech company Pavetra Aerospace for the development and production of new UAVs.

Mar 21 • 11:24 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

How China’s tech transformation is putting the ‘world’s factory’ in a tough spot

China's economic transition is resulting in a stark divide where traditional factories, like those in Dongguan, are struggling to survive as high-tech firms thrive.

Mar 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"I wish we could find him and hold a funeral..." Families of victims of the Daejeon fire

Families of victims from a fire at a Daejeon automotive parts manufacturing plant express their grief and hope to recover remains for funerals.

Mar 21 • 03:51 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

At least ten dead in factory fire

At least ten people have died in a factory fire at a car manufacturing plant in Daejeon, South Korea.

Mar 20 • 23:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Jeff Bezos wants to raise $100 billion to invest in AI in factories, says newspaper

Jeff Bezos is in the early stages of discussions to raise $100 billion for a new fund aimed at purchasing manufacturing companies to be restructured and automated using artificial intelligence.

Mar 20 • 20:45 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Fashion industry pins survival strategy on new Australian-made push

Australia's fashion industry is launching a national roadmap to revitalize local manufacturing in response to disruptions from global supply chain issues.

Mar 20 • 19:32 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Airbus claims damages from American engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney for delivery delays

Airbus is seeking damages from Pratt & Whitney due to significant delays in engine deliveries that are affecting its aircraft production plans.

Mar 20 • 17:07 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Spokesperson of LPP Holding: Israeli drones were never produced at the factory

The spokesperson for LPP Holding stated that Israeli drones were never manufactured at their factory, addressing ongoing confusion regarding the issue.

Mar 20 • 16:41 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The justice system approves the takeover of the glassmaker Arc by Timothée Durand

The French justice system has approved Timothée Durand's plan to take over the glass manufacturer Arc, which includes significant job cuts.

Mar 20 • 15:24 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Photo] Firefighting work continues at Daejeon parts factory even at night

Firefighting efforts continue at a parts manufacturing factory in Daejeon, South Korea, with 53 seriously injured and 14 missing after a blaze broke out.

Mar 20 • 13:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Fire in Daejeon Factory Contained, But Risk of Collapse Remains... 14 People Still Missing

A fire at a car parts manufacturing plant in Daejeon has been contained, but 14 employees remain uncontacted and the building risks collapsing.

Mar 20 • 13:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Target of attack: What the company involved in the manufacturing hall fire is engaged in

A fire in a manufacturing facility raises questions about the company's operations and safety protocols.

Mar 20 • 13:13 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ministry of Labor activates Central Accident Response Headquarters for Daejeon fire, focusing on rescue operations

The South Korean Ministry of Labor has activated the Central Accident Response Headquarters in response to a significant fire at an auto parts manufacturing facility in Daejeon, prioritizing rapid rescues and thorough accident responses.

Mar 20 • 13:11 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Industrial Design: The Opportunity to Redefine Productive Poles

The article discusses the need for Mexico to rethink its industrial design and planning in light of changing global contexts, such as nearshoring and technological transformation.

Mar 20 • 13:08 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Achilles' heel of the SR-71: Why the fastest plane in the world would 'disintegrate' due to tap water

The article explains how the SR-71 Blackbird, the fastest manned aircraft, suffered premature component failures due to chlorine in tap water used in its manufacturing process during summer months.

Mar 20 • 13:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

S-South states target blue economy, manufacturing for regional growth

The South-South states in Nigeria aim to boost their economy by focusing on the blue economy and manufacturing as part of a regional development strategy.

Mar 20 • 12:58 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Czech police investigate fire at arms company as a possible terrorist attack

The Czech police are investigating a fire at an arms company as a potential terrorist act linked to ongoing security concerns.

Mar 20 • 12:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Impact of Attack on Qatar Plant on Tech and Medical Sector

An attack on Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG plant has disrupted helium supply, affecting chip manufacturing and medical services like MRI due to the halt of 33% of the world's helium supply.

Mar 20 • 11:02 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

14 people missing after fire at South Korean car factory

A fire at a car factory in South Korea has left 14 people missing and injured approximately 45 others, with 21 in serious condition.

Mar 20 • 09:42 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking] Fire at Daejeon Automobile Parts Factory, 53 Injured, 14 Missing

A significant fire at an automobile parts manufacturing factory in Daejeon has left 53 individuals injured and 14 others unaccounted for.

Mar 20 • 09:39 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Photo] Fire at Daejeon Automotive Parts Factory, Desperate Escape

A fire at an automotive parts manufacturing factory in Daejeon resulted in over 50 injuries and raised concerns for the safety of 14 missing workers.

Mar 20 • 09:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

The Revolutionary Guards refute Netanyahu: 'We are still manufacturing missiles'

An Iranian Revolutionary Guards representative claims that Tehran continues to manufacture missiles, contradicting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statement that Iran no longer has the capability to produce ballistic missiles or enrich uranium.

Mar 20 • 07:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Tesla plans to buy solar equipment from Chinese suppliers worth 2.9 billion dollars

Tesla is planning to purchase solar manufacturing equipment worth approximately $2.9 billion from Chinese suppliers to boost its solar capacity in the U.S.

Mar 20 • 06:21 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Jeff Bezos: $100 Billion Plan for Investments in Industry with a Focus on Artificial Intelligence

Jeff Bezos is in initial discussions to raise $100 billion for a new investment fund aimed at acquiring companies in the manufacturing sector and utilizing artificial intelligence to accelerate their automation.

Mar 19 • 20:32 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

Netanyahu: Iran can no longer enrich uranium

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claims that Iran has lost the capability to enrich uranium and severely weakened its ballistic missile manufacturing capabilities following military actions.

Mar 19 • 19:17 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

SMEs Receive More Orders: 'We Think This Increase Only Relates to the Situation with Colombia'

Small and medium-sized enterprises in Ecuador are experiencing an increase in orders, partly attributed to the situation with Colombia.

Mar 19 • 12:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Czech Weapons Can Conquer the World. Domestic Arms Manufacturers Are Profiting and Strengthening Prestige

Czech arms manufacturers are experiencing significant growth and recognition on the global stage.

Mar 19 • 11:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Analysis from West Point warns that strait of Hormuz blockade will strangle US defense industry

An analysis from West Point's Modern War Institute highlights the severe impact of a blockade in the strait of Hormuz on the US defense industry's manufacturing capabilities and supply chains.

Mar 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Ant theft over the years at a company: 1,000 motors disappeared and two employees arrested for a fraud of 2.3 million dollars

A significant internal theft at a Kia automotive plant in Argentina involved the missing of 1,000 motors valued at $2.3 million, leading to the arrest of two employees.

Mar 19 • 10:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

New opportunity for the glassworks in Karlov. After the tenant's departure, the owner is building a smaller furnace

The owner of a glassworks in Karlov is seizing the opportunity to construct a smaller furnace following the departure of the previous tenant.

Mar 19 • 07:32 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexico and the US outline route for reviewing the T-MEC

Mexico and the United States have initiated bilateral technical discussions aimed at revising the T-MEC agreement, focusing on regional supply chains and increasing North American content in manufacturing.

Mar 19 • 07:26 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Ukraine Strikes Russian Aircraft Factories

The Ukrainian military confirmed strikes on two Russian aircraft manufacturing facilities, targeting military transport and cargo aircraft.

Mar 19 • 05:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Owner Rolls in a Hybrid Mercedes Almost Exclusively on Electricity – Left with a Horrible Bill

A buyer of a used hybrid Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e faced a significant repair bill after the engine failed due to what they believe was a manufacturing defect.

Mar 19 • 04:51 UTC

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