newsHYDERABAD, India , Aug. 14, 2026 -- Nava Limited today announced its financial results for the quarter-ended June 30, 2026, reporting its highest-ever quarterly total income , while standalone PBT before exceptional items rose 92.9% QoQ , supported by lower material and manufacturing costs and dividend income. Key Highlights Record Performance: Consolidated total income stood at 1,269 crore , the highest ever, with revenue from operations rising 6.0% QoQ to 1,212 crore . Strong Energy Performance: Energy revenue increased 18.3% QoQ , supported by healthy PLFs across plants and availability of bilateral contracts. Dividend Upstream: Nava received US 15 million in dividend income from Nava Global during the quarter. ZESCO s Arrears Status: MEL realized US 15 million from ZESCO , reducing outstanding arrears to US 13.4 million . Mining Momentum: Mining revenue increased 20.4% QoQ , driven by higher sales volumes.
newsDAPHNE, Ala. , Aug. 14, 2026 -- TERREPOWER today announced the launch of its new corporate tagline, Reimagine What s Possible, reflecting its transformation from remanufacturing pioneer to global leader in sustainable manufacturing. The milestone marks the pinnacle of the company s ongoing brand evolution. Reinforcing the entrepreneurial spirit and innovative mindset that have fueled TERREPOWER s growth, the tagline epitomizes the aftermarket company s success in spreading the power of sustainable manufacturing at scale.
newsHANGZHOU, China , Aug. 13, 2026 -- Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group hosted its 10 year anniversary roll off ceremony at its Ma anshan manufacturing plant, with on site employees on hand to witness the landmark 600,000th unit a Homtruck heavy truck calibrated to satisfy EU regulations and local fleet operation demands come off the assembly line. The milestone cements Farizon as the world s first new energy commercial vehicle manufacturer to reach this cumulative production mark.
newsDemand for intermediate goods and raw materials stagnates in July as manufacturers reduced safety-stock building Supply shortages remained elevated, leaving production vulnerable to fresh geopolitical shocks Asia and North America continued to lead global manufacturing demand, while Europe continues to lag CLARK, N.J. , Aug. 12, 2026 -- GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index a leading indicator tracking demand conditions, shortages, transportation costs, inventories and backlogs, based on a monthly survey of 27,000 businesses showed global supply chain pressures eased in July as manufacturers reduced precautionary stockpiling and transportation pressures moderated. However, supply shortages remained elevated and production backlogs continued to build, indicating supply chains had yet to fully recover before the renewed disruption in the Strait of Hormuz.
newsNew 13,000-square-meter facility built in under eight months adds more than 3 GWh of annual battery capacity, reinforcing India s electric mobility supply chain across passenger, commercial truck/LCV, and bus segments RICHMOND, Calif. , Aug. 11, 2026 -- Octillion Power Systems ( Octillion ), a global Tier 1 supplier of electric vehicle (EV) battery systems, today announced the opening of its third manufacturing plant in India, located in Halol, Gujarat. The facility, spanning more than 13,000 square meters, was transformed from an empty structure into a fully operational battery manufacturing plant in less than eight months further strengthening India s EV supply chain and expanding Octillion s global production footprint.
newsEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. , Aug. 11, 2026 -- Cambrex, a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), today announced the start of construction on a new research and development (R&D) facility at its Milan, Italy site. This 30 million investment will add advanced analytical development and process R&D capabilities, alongside upgrades to multiple production plants, reinforcing Cambrex s commitment to supporting the pharmaceutical industry s most complex small molecule development.
newsBusiness leaders, policymakers and innovators explore AI, industrial transformation and global growth as Frost & Sullivan celebrates its 65th anniversary SHANGHAI , Aug. 10, 2026 -- Frost & Sullivan welcomed more than 2,000 business leaders, policymakers, investors, academics and innovators to the 20th Growth, Innovation and Leadership (GIL) Summit in China, held August 4 5 at the Jing An Shangri-La in Shanghai. Coinciding with Frost & Sullivan s 65th anniversary, the summit featured more than 300 speakers and 150 keynote presentations and panel discussions. Topics included artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, life sciences, consumer markets and investment - highlighting the forces reshaping global competitiveness and transformational growth.
newsTOKYO , Aug. 10, 2026 -- SOLIZE PARTNERS Corporation and Dassault Syst mes in Japan have entered into a Consulting & System Integration Partner Program agreement to help manufacturers accelerate digital transformation, improve operational efficiency and drive innovation. The agreement was formally signed in Tokyo by Yusuke Inoue, President of SOLIZE PARTNERS Corporation; Philippe Godbout, Managing Director, Japan, Dassault Syst mes; and Mahadevan V. S., CEO & Director of SOLIZE PARTNERS India, marking a new chapter in the long-standing collaboration between the SOLIZE Group and Dassault Syst mes.
newsHYDERABAD, India , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Trex Energy Pvt. Ltd. has reached a significant milestone in India s clean energy sector by securing three honors from the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) . The organization named Trex Energy the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Company of the Year , recognizing the firm s role in advancing battery energy storage systems (BESS) for industrial applications. This recognition highlights the company s impact on the regional clean energy ecosystem and its focus on manufacturing excellence.
newsPiramal Pharma Solutions has added a new spray drying suite with Band 5 containment capacity at its dedicated peptide facility in Turbhe, India, equipped with its own air handling units, nitrogen supply, and control systems. The new suite empowers Turbhe to support the formulation of challenging molecules, including peptides, HPAPIs, and other biomolecules. MUMBAI, India , Aug. 4, 2026 -- Piramal Pharma Solutions ( PPS ), a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and part of Piramal Pharma Ltd. (NSE: PPLPHARMA) (BSE: 543635), has launched a state-of-the-art spray drying suite at its dedicated peptide development and manufacturing facility in Turbhe, India. This strategic expansion enables PPS to address the complex formulation challenges associated with peptides and other complex molecules and support the growing demand for these innovative molecules.
newsPUNE, India , Aug. 3, 2026 -- Enzene, a leading global continuously innovative development and manufacturing organization (CIDMO ), today announced the launch of NeX , a transformative end-to-end partnership model that enables governments, institutions, and biopharma organizations to establish world-class biomanufacturing capabilities wherever they need them. Built on the company s proven EnzeneX fully connected continuous manufacturing (FCCM ) platform, NeX delivers a turnkey, scalable, and sustainable way to make state-of-the-art innovation in biologics manufacturing transportable, close to patients and supply chains, and without the prohibitive capital burden of conventional fed batch facilities. By enabling local FCCM based manufacturing, governments can significantly expand patient affordability and access to life saving biologics.
newsChandigarh University Aerospace Engineering students secure Jobs in Space, Defence & Aviation Companies with a highest Package Rs 18 LPA CHANDIGARH, India , July 31, 2026 -- With Chandigarh University s Aerospace Engineering students gaining hands-on experience at leading space exploration, defense research and aerospace manufacturing organsiations including ISRO, DRDO and HAL, 48 students of Aerospace Engineering have secured jobs in the sector during the past three years with the highest package of Rs 18 LPA.
newsPhoenix to Become the Long-term Home of North America s Premier Semiconductor Industry Event MILPITAS, Calif. , July 30, 2026 -- SEMI , the global industry association serving the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced a significant evolution for SEMICON West , establishing a new annual spring schedule beginning March 30 April 1, 2027, at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona.
newsMUMBAI, India , July 30, 2026 -- Milliken & Company today announced the successful startup of dedicated production capacity for Millad ClearX 9000, the company s fifth-generation clarifier technology designed to deliver exceptional clarity, performance, and processing efficiency in polypropylene applications. The new manufacturing capability strengthens Milliken s ability to support customers with reliable supply, consistent quality, and continued innovation as demand for advanced polypropylene solutions grows wordwide.
newsWEDA, Indonesia , July 30, 2026 -- XCMG (SHE: 000425) held an inauguration ceremony for its Indonesia New Energy Manufacturing Base (the Base ) on July 27 at Indonesia Weda Bay Industrial Park (IWIP) in North Maluku Province. With the first batch of new energy equipment rolling off the production line and being delivered to strategic partner Tsingshan Holding Group s IWIP, XCMG s first overseas new energy factory commenced production. XCMG is accelerating its five-pronged transformation toward high-end, intelligent, green, global and service-oriented development, with global operations and green industrial development as two core strategic priorities. The launch of XCMG s first overseas new energy factory represents a strategic move integrating these priorities.
newsExperienced specialty materials executive brings more than 30 years of leadership experience across global manufacturing, operational excellence, business integration, and long-term value creation RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. , July 29, 2026 -- Kymera International, a leading global developer and manufacturer of advanced specialty materials and high-performance surface coatings, has announced the appointment of Willson Ropp as Chief Executive Officer, effective June 15, 2026.
newsMUMBAI, India , July 29, 2026 -- Remal Alcast Pvt. Ltd., a manufacturer of master alloys , cast alloys , and aluminium billets, is proud to announce that Remal s billet casthouse has received AS9100D certification for aviation and defence applications along with ISO 9001:2015. These certifications are applicable to the manufacture and supply of Aluminium Alloys for Aerospace and Defence applications. The certificates are technically equivalent to EN9100:2018 and JISQ9100:2016 standards and have been audited in accordance with the requirements of AS 9104/1:2012. The audit was done by DNV Business Assurance USA Inc. under the Industry Controlled Other Party (ICOP) Scheme.
newsSmart Machines, Smart Plants, and Smart Operations help manufacturers move from isolated AI pilots to production-scale industrial intelligence BENGALURU, India , July 28, 2026 -- Altimetrik , an AI-native engineering company, has introduced an industrial AI service line with three solutions designed to help manufacturers and other enterprises integrate AI directly into machines, factory floors, and supply chain operations.
newsGUANGZHOU, China , July 25, 2026 -- On July 16, at the roll-off ceremony for GAC s 30-millionth vehicle, Feng Xingya, Chairman of GAC Group, handed over the key to the right-hand-drive GAC M8 PHEV (named GN8 overseas) to Tony Jaa. The milestone vehicle is headed straight for overseas markets. Thai action superstar Tony Jaa s choice reflects the trust of 30 million customers worldwide. That trust is built not on showmanship, but on GAC s solid manufacturing true craftsmanship.
newsFeaturing humanoid robots with 41 degrees of freedom, pipe inspection robots with 1mm positioning accuracy, and 51 industrial grade AI agents SHANGHAI , July 24, 2026 -- Operations in high-end equipment manufacturing often involve confined spaces, complex objects, and fine manipulation tasks that demand sustained and stable precision. At the recent 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance (WAIC 2026), Shanghai Electric (SEHK: 02727, SSE: 601727) showcased its comprehensive portfolio of embodied intelligence solutions tailored to a range of industrial scenarios.
newsA landmark dual announcement signals India s emergence as a vertically integrated force in global AI semiconductor infrastructure, spanning design to deployment BENGALURU, India , July 23, 2026 -- Mixx Technologies, Inc., a US based venture-backed deep-tech company building the interconnect layer for hyperscale AI infrastructure, today announced two simultaneous strategic moves that together mark a defining moment in India s semiconductor journey. First, the acquisition of Sophic Silicon Technologies, a Bengaluru-based semiconductor IP design firm, beneficiary of India s DLI and whose analog mixed-signal design expertise is now integral to Mixx s co-packaged optics platform. Second, a manufacturing collaboration with Kaynes Semicon Private Limited, an Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) specialist and beneficiary of India s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, to establish a test and assembly facility that will support Mixx s optical IC packaging roadmap. Taken together, the two announcements represent the first time an international deep-tech company has anchored both the design and manufacturing layers of a next-generation AI silicon platform in India, turning the country s policy ambition into commercial reality.
newsImmersive booth brings live machining, industry experts, metal cutting innovations and a custom motorcycle build together under one roof PITTSBURGH , July 20, 2026 -- Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT) today announced it will bring the modern manufacturing ecosystem to life at IMTS 2026 with the Next Level Shop , an immersive experience featuring appearances of WIDIA brand ambassador Carey Hart, a live custom motorcycle build and the latest machining and digital manufacturing technologies designed to help manufacturers improve productivity.
newsIndustry research highlights a growing gap between operational speed and third-party access governance in manufacturing COPENHAGEN, Denmark , July 20, 2026 -- As manufacturers continue to strengthen their cybersecurity following a wave of ransomware attacks targeting industrial organizations, attention is shifting beyond secure remote connectivity to a new challenge: governing third-party access across operational technology (OT) environments.
newsNYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor. NEW YORK , July 17, 2026 -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on July 17th Equities are lower as investors parse through fresh earnings and monitor new activity in the Middle East. NYSE Live will provide exclusive access to Standard Nuclear s executive remarks. CEO Kurt Terrani will also join the program to explain why now was the perfect time to take the energy company public. Shares of STDN began trading on Thursday. AdvanCell CEO Philina Lee joins NYSE Live following the firm s 315 million funding round. Startup is developing targeted alpha therapies for prostate cancer. Company says it will be expanding its manufacturing infrastructure in the U.S. Voyager Technologies discloses next steps after receiving a 298 million contract from NASA. Firm will conduct pair of lunar landing missions following its acquisition of Astrobotic. Chairman + CEO Dylan Taylor will join NYSE Live to discuss how the data will aid NASA s Artemis program.
newsGUANGZHOU, China , July 16, 2026 -- Trusted by 30 Million, Powered by Quality. On July 16, GAC Group hosted the 30 Million Customers Appreciation Event at the GAC manufacturing plant. The event was attended by leaders from Guangdong Province, Guangzhou Municipality, and Panyu District; Fu Bingfeng, Executive Vice President and Secretary-General of the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers; Feng Xingya, Chairman of GAC Group; Xia Xianqing, President of GAC Group; along with other members of the leadership team, industry partners, suppliers, dealers, domestic and overseas customer representatives, employee representatives, and media representatives.
newsBacked by former Freshworks leaders, the Bengaluru-based company introduces its next-generation AI-native ERP platform that unifies Accounting, Financial Reporting, Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Procurement, Sales, HRMS, Payroll, Compliance, Projects, Document Management, Business Intelligence, and AI Automation into one intelligent cloud platform. BENGALURU, India , July 16, 2026 -- NetAcct Solutions Pvt. Ltd., a Bengaluru-based enterprise software company backed by former Freshworks leaders, today announced the launch of Entries ERP , the latest generation of its AI-powered Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution built on the Entries AI Platform .
newsBENGALURU, India , July 16, 2026 -- Altimetrik , an AI-native engineering company, has joined the World Economic Forum s (WEF) Centre for AI Excellence . Through this collaboration, Altimetrik will contribute its expertise in AI engineering, data, and platform foundations to help shape global standards for the responsible adoption and enterprise-scale deployment of artificial intelligence. Central to Altimetrik s contribution is ALTi AIOS , its recently launched AI engineering operating system, purpose-built for the brownfield realities of large enterprises. The platform is backed by more than 10,000 engineering practitioners delivering AI in production across BFSI, manufacturing, retail, automotive, healthcare, and life sciences.
newsMUSCAT, Oman , July 15, 2026 -- Future Fund Oman (FFO), a portfolio of Oman Investment Authority (OIA), the Sultanate of Oman s sovereign wealth fund, has announced a new package of 105 strategic projects and investments worth USD 1.744 billion, as the Sultanate of Oman accelerates its economic diversification. The portfolio combines USD 585 million in commitments from FFO with around USD 458 million in local investment, spanning renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, tourism, healthcare, medical technologies, innovation and food industries.
newsAV-Comparatives publishes its Business Security Test results for March to June 2026, as ransomware and supply-chain attacks continue to disrupt companies of every size INNSBRUCK, Austria , July 15, 2026 -- When Iranian-linked hackers breached medical device maker Stryker in March 2026, they did not need a sophisticated zero-day exploit to cause chaos. Once inside, they triggered simultaneous factory resets on more than 200,000 corporate devices across 79 countries, grinding order processing, production and shipping to a halt for days. Two months later, Foxconn confirmed that the Nitrogen ransomware group had stolen an alleged 8 terabytes of data from its North American factories, including project files tied to major technology clients. These are not isolated cases. They are part of a first half of 2026 in which manufacturing, healthcare, government and financial organisations of every size have been hit, often through a single compromised endpoint or a trusted third party.
newsNANTONG, China , July 15, 2026 -- RAINBOWCO (SZ: 002483), a global leader in high-end equipment manufacturing, today announced the latest business update for its GENMA brand. Since launching a strategic brand upgrade in September 2025, GENMA s terminal container crane business has achieved rapid growth in under a year, securing a series of major orders and gaining widespread international recognition for its GENSMART automation technology. Major Orders Across Multiple Markets Driven by outstanding product competitiveness, GENMA has successfully won several landmark contracts. A single order of 50 rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTGs) from a Moroccan port set a new record for GENMA in the African market. Package orders for ship-to-shore (STS) cranes and rail-mounted gantry (RMG) cranes from the Netherlands, along with STS and RTG packages from India, mark a comprehensive breakthrough in both the high-end European market and the emerging South Asian market.
newsWith India s infrastructure, manufacturing, energy and construction sectors driving unprecedented demand for advanced tube and pipe solutions, the need for a dedicated industry platform has never been greater. Tube & Pipe Fair 2026 , organised by Tulip 3P Media Pvt. Ltd. , returns to HITEX Exhibition Center, Hyderabad , from 16 18 July 2026 , bringing together the entire tube and pipe value chain under one roof. The event is supported by Principal Partner Jindal Industries Private Limited (Hissar); Co-Partners Hira Pipes, Mahalakshmi Profiles Pvt. Ltd. and One Helix A JSW One Product; Associate Partner Dadu Pipes; Technology Partner Surya Electric (Surya Mfr. Tube Mills); Visitor Kit Partner METPRO (MKK Metal Sections Pvt. Ltd.); Lanyard Partner Jindal Industries Private Limited (Hissar); and Media Partner Tube & Pipe India Magazine .
newsAI-fueled Investment in Leading-edge Logic, Advanced Memory, Test and Packaging Drives Five-Year Growth Surge in Semiconductor Equipment MILPITAS, Calif. , July 14, 2026 -- Global sales of total semiconductor manufacturing equipment by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are forecast to reach a record high of 165.9 billion in 2026, increasing 23.2% year-on-year, SEMI announced today in its Mid-Year Total Semiconductor Equipment Forecast OEM Perspective . Growth momentum is expected to continue through 2028, with total equipment sales forecast to reach a record 229.5 billion, marking five consecutive years of growth as AI-driven demand reshapes semiconductor manufacturing investment.
newsPhysical AI start-up founder joins tech industry s definitive list of women shaping how artificial intelligence transforms foundational industries like manufacturing BOSTON , July 14, 2026 -- Laminar , the only physical AI company that powers Process-Aware Autonomy for self-driving factories, today announced that Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder Annie Lu was named to the 2026 100 Women in AI list an annual recognition celebrating the women whose leadership and real-world impact shapes how AI gets built and deployed across the global economy.
newsMarks a key milestone in the company s manufacturing expansion in Latin America CAMPINAS, Brazil , July 14, 2026 -- SANY Group recently announced that its manufacturing plant in Campinas, S o Paulo State, Brazil, has completed the assembly and rollout of its first excavators and commercial vehicles. The milestone marks an important step in expanding SANY s manufacturing footprint in Brazil and supporting its continued growth across Latin America. The 350,000-square-meter first-phase site includes two assembly lines dedicated to excavators and commercial vehicles, with an annual production capacity of 3,500 units. The excavator assembly line has a planned annual capacity of 1,500 units, while the commercial vehicle line is designed for an annual output of 2,000 units. The site will enable SANY to better serve customers in Brazil and surrounding Latin American markets.
newsPUNE, India and JACKSONVILLE, Texas , July 10, 2026 -- Garware Fulflex today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of a 300,000-square-foot, fully automated medical products manufacturing facility in Jacksonville, Texas, marking a major milestone in the company s global healthcare growth strategy and significantly expanding its manufacturing footprint in North America.
newsVermon Group opens a new chapter with the acquisition of Moduleus, the opening of TransducerWorks new U.S. manufacturing facility, and the launch of a coordinated Group platform designed to move faster, deliver more, and stay close to customers. TOURS, France , July 8, 2026 -- Vermon Group, an international ultrasound technology company specializing in OEM solutions for the medical and industrial markets, today announced three strategic milestones that mark a new phase of growth. These include the acquisition of Moduleus, a specialist in OEM ultrasound subsystems; the opening of TransducerWorks new 30,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Pennsylvania; and the launch of Vermon Group as a unified platform bringing together the complementary expertise of its four entities.
newsAssessment confirms design integrity, manufacturing quality, and testing capabilities for pad-mounted and substation transformers. NORWALK, Conn. , July 8, 2026 -- GameChange Energy, a global energy infrastructure company, announced the completion of an independent technical assessment of its pad-mounted and substation transformer product line. The assessment was conducted by Black & Veatch, a global engineering and construction leader with deep expertise in power infrastructure and energy project delivery.
newsStrengthening long-term support and investment in India s manufacturing industry TOLLAND, Conn. , July 7, 2026 -- Mastercam, the world s leading CAD/CAM software provider and part of the Sandvik Group, today announced the successful completion of the acquisition of Mastercam India, a trusted and long-standing Mastercam channel partner. With the acquisition finalized, Mastercam India now operates as part of the global Mastercam organization. Customers will continue working with the same local team they know and trust, now supported by the full strength of Mastercam s global resources and expertise. Mastercam India will continue operating with its existing team and customer relationships, now as part of the Mastercam organization.
newsExpanded Coverage and New Data Fields Provide Greater Visibility into Compound Semiconductor, AI/HPC and Photonics Activity MILPITAS, Calif. , July 7, 2026 -- SEMI and TechSearch International today announced the release of the 2026 edition of the Worldwide Assembly & Test Facility Database , a comprehensive resource tracking semiconductor back-end manufacturing facilities operated by integrated device manufacturers (IDMs) and outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) companies worldwide.
newsEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. , July 7, 2026 -- Cambrex, a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), proudly announces that Snapdragon Chemistry, a Cambrex company, together with NewAmsterdam Pharma, has received the American Chemical Society s 2026 Green Chemistry Challenge Award for the Greener Synthetic Pathway in the Synthesis of Pharmaceuticals. The award recognizes the companies successful development of a sustainable organocatalytic process to manufacture the chiral tetrahydroquinoline core for the synthesis of obicetrapib, a late-stage investigational therapy for dyslipidemia.