Over 70% of Asia Pacific manufacturers plan AI uptake in next 12 months, study finds
The Rockwell survey showed a stronger focus on automation, security and reskilling.
Analysis
Global chip sales jump 25% in Q1 on AI boom, industrial recovery
The sector remains on course to reach $1t in annual sales in 2026.
China’s manufacturing PMI holds at 50.3 in April as costs stay elevated
New export orders climbed whilst domestic demand indicators weaken across industries.
India’s manufacturing holds steady in April but input costs hit 4-year peak
Input price inflation jumped to steepest pace since August 2022 as war ripples through supply chains
Vietnam’s factory growth crumbles in April as Middle East war sends costs to 15-year high
New orders fell for the first time in eight months as fuel and oil prices surge
War-driven price surge pushes Indonesia’s manufacturing into first contraction in nine months
Output fell at its fastest pace in nearly a year as input costs surge to 4-year high.
South Korea factories face record price surge as ME conflict shatters supply chains
Both input costs and selling prices hit highest levels in survey's 22-year history
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Manufacturers push ProPak Asia to bigger Bangkok site
More than 2,500 brands from 45 countries are expected to join the 2026 trade fair.
UMC flags rising costs, talent strain at Singapore fabs
Managing its expansion and existing operations has been a key test.
AkzoNobel steps up digital, green push to hit 2030 targets
The company seeks to halve carbon emissions across the full value chain by 2030.
Indonesia pushes factories past tech ‘pilot trap’
The state wants manufacturers to sustain the digital transformation.
Asia’s bicycle makers gear up for growth
E-bikes and the global ‘green’ push are driving the market expansion.
PT Cemindo Gemilang eyes cement plant upgrades
Its carbon injection technology strengthens concrete whilst cutting carbon emissions.
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Over 70% of Asia Pacific manufacturers plan AI uptake in next 12 months, study finds
The Rockwell survey showed a stronger focus on automation, security and reskilling.
Analysis
Global chip sales jump 25% in Q1 on AI boom, industrial recovery
The sector remains on course to reach $1t in annual sales in 2026.
China’s manufacturing PMI holds at 50.3 in April as costs stay elevated
New export orders climbed whilst domestic demand indicators weaken across industries.
India’s manufacturing holds steady in April but input costs hit 4-year peak
Input price inflation jumped to steepest pace since August 2022 as war ripples through supply chains
Vietnam’s factory growth crumbles in April as Middle East war sends costs to 15-year high
New orders fell for the first time in eight months as fuel and oil prices surge
War-driven price surge pushes Indonesia’s manufacturing into first contraction in nine months
Output fell at its fastest pace in nearly a year as input costs surge to 4-year high.
South Korea factories face record price surge as ME conflict shatters supply chains
Both input costs and selling prices hit highest levels in survey's 22-year history
Exclusives
Manufacturers push ProPak Asia to bigger Bangkok site
More than 2,500 brands from 45 countries are expected to join the 2026 trade fair.
UMC flags rising costs, talent strain at Singapore fabs
Managing its expansion and existing operations has been a key test.
AkzoNobel steps up digital, green push to hit 2030 targets
The company seeks to halve carbon emissions across the full value chain by 2030.
Indonesia pushes factories past tech ‘pilot trap’
The state wants manufacturers to sustain the digital transformation.
Asia’s bicycle makers gear up for growth
E-bikes and the global ‘green’ push are driving the market expansion.
PT Cemindo Gemilang eyes cement plant upgrades
Its carbon injection technology strengthens concrete whilst cutting carbon emissions.
