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China's rapid battery electric vehicles growth defies global slowdown

It surges ahead with 25% BEV penetration, fueled by affordability and government backing.

China's rapid battery electric vehicles growth defies global slowdown

It surges ahead with 25% BEV penetration, fueled by affordability and government backing.

Global treaty key to advancing waste management in manufacturing: WEF

Unified policies and funding are essential for scaling plastic waste solutions in Asia.

Global Bio-CDMOs set for 12.5% annual growth through 2028

Push for innovations and strategic expansions across the value chain drive the bio-CDMO industry.

Asian supply chains stretched for the first time since January

Global supply chains are also operating near their full capacity.

Supply chain deals boost global M&A activity in Q1: expert

Supply chain M&A deals totalled US$52b across 19 transactions.

Experts see Southeast Asia upping their game in chip assembly, packaging 

China, Taiwan and Korea will continue to dominate back-end chip manufacturing.

Government incentives spur Thailand’s EV market

Policies help reduce electric vehicle costs.

Weak auto sales dampen the sentiment of big manufacturers in Japan: survey

The latest showing was still among the strongest in two years.

Asia Pacific chip sales up in February: SIA

Sales volume in China, Japan and the rest of APAC totaled US$29.7b.

Outdated OS exposes manufacturers to cybersecurity risks

86% of industry leaders use outdated operating systems.

Asian manufacturing investments surge amidst supply chain risk

Increased investments and import volumes signal robust expansion, despite emerging supply chain risks and reshoring trends.

How employee involvement spurs technology integration in manufacturing

A World Economic Forum study unlocks a wealth of ways to improve the technology introduction process and avoid losing employees.

Demand for inputs at Asian factories shows strongest growth in 2 years 

High purchasing activity in the region signals future growth.

Indonesia's production surge challenges Congo's cobalt dominance

As Indonesia ascends in cobalt production, the global landscape shifts, predicting a diverse supply chain by 2030.

Digital twin emerging as a must-have tool for manufacturers: McKinsey 

A 2022 survey revealed nearly half of industry leaders are using the technology.

Novartis invests $256 million for Singapore plant expansion

The investment enhances manufacturing and sustainability efforts.