Open-source profile provides a human-verified layer to capture worker wisdom, process dynamics, and sensor-trust rules for plant-floor AI agents NEW YORK , Sept. 10, 2026 -- Augury, a leader in Industrial AI, today announced the OKF Industrial Profile , an open-source manufacturing profile of Google Cloud s Open Knowledge Format (OKF). Designed to address the operational complexity of industrial environments, the profile provides a vendor-neutral standard for structuring plant-floor context, operator heuristics, and sensor-trust policies into human-verified, auditable ground truth for AI agents.
The federal funding supports critical R&D and U.S. quantum semiconductor manufacturing capabilities needed to scale fault-tolerant trapped-ion quantum computing. Company partnering with GlobalFoundries to fabricate next-gen ion traps and control electronics, and Monarch Quantum to develop and manufacture reliable lasers and optical components. WASHINGTON , Sept. 8, 2026 -- Quantinuum (Nasdaq: QNT), a leading quantum computing company, today announced it has finalized an agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce s CHIPS Research and Development Office for 100 million in federal funding deployed through the CHIPS and Science Act. The award, which follows a letter of intent announced in May, supports R&D and U.S. quantum semiconductor manufacturing capabilities needed to deploy large-scale, fault-tolerant trapped-ion quantum computers.
GUANGZHOU, China , Sept. 6, 2026 -- This is a news report from South: Is China s manufacturing rise squeezing out or creating opportunities for other economies? Ahead of the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders Meeting in China this November, journalists and experts from around the world gathered in Guangdong for the Asia-Pacific Media Forum (APMF) 2026. The forum opened in Shenzhen on September 5, bringing together more than 400 representatives from across the Asia-Pacific region, as well as from international organizations.
Combining photonic integration expertise with localized manufacturing to address growing demand for high-speed optical connectivity across Broadband, Telecom and AI Infrastructure TAIPEI , Sept. 1, 2026 -- Gemtek Technology Co., Ltd. ( Gemtek ) and Dixon Technologies (India) Limited ( Dixon ) are advancing their strategic collaboration through their joint venture in India, expanding manufacturing and market opportunities for Optical Transceivers, BOSA (Bidirectional Optical Sub-Assembly) and other high-speed optical connectivity solutions.
- Reduction of 80% carbon emission for G.657.A2 Fibre to 0.9 Kg from 4.7Kg - Transition of key manufacturing facilities in India to 100% Green Power energy source - Shift to 100% Green Hydrogen manufacturing in India MUMBAI, India, Aug. 27, 2026 -- STL (NSE: STLTECH), a leading connectivity solutions provider for AI-ready digital infrastructure, today announced significant progress on its journey towards decarbonisation and its Net-Zero ambitions.
Company prioritizes disciplined capital allocation while expanding machining capacity, integrating portfolio operations and evaluating robotics and automation to support organic growth NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Aug. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PMGC Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ELAB) ("PMGC" or the "Company"), a diversified public holding company executing a targeted growth strategy across U.S.-based precision manufacturing, today announced that, following completion of audit-stage financial due diligenc
The combination brings together complementary expertise in quantum computing, sensing, materials science, and advanced technologies to accelerate future innovation ARMONK, N.Y. , Aug. 26, 2026 -- IBM (NYSE: IBM ) today announced it has completed its acquisition of HRL Laboratories, LLC (HRL), a leading research and development institution whose expertise spans quantum computing, quantum sensing, advanced communications, electronics, manufacturing, and materials science.
Expansion more than doubles engineering workforce, strengthening India s role in Gradiant s global operations COIMBATORE, India , Aug. 26, 2026 -- Gradiant , the Water Layer of the AI Economy, today announced the expansion of its Global Engineering Center (GEC) in Coimbatore, growing its engineering and project execution capabilities in India as it scales its global business across semiconductors, advanced manufacturing and other mission-critical industries.
Insulet Promoted Its Manufacturing Quality and Omnipod 5 Growth — Then Two Recalls Affecting 7 Million Pods Revealed Alleged Manufacturing Deficiencies NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SueWallSt notifies investors of an investigation into Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD). On one side: a CEO declaring Insulet produced "tens of millions of Pods with high-quality medical-grade quality at consumer electronic scale." On the other: approximately 7 million Pods subject to Medical Device Co
Proposed Mice2Space spaceflight study would evaluate EL-22 and EL-32 in mice in a real-world microgravity environment, targeting one of the most significant physiological challenges of spaceflight Three-part relationship would expand PMGC’s footprint in the growing commercial space economy through a preferred U.S. manufacturing role for A&B Aerospace and a planned strategic investment in Orbit2Orbit NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PMGC Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ELAB) (“PMGC
New SBU delivers tailored SAP and AI transformation and adoption services for manufacturing clients. CHENNAI, India , Aug. 20, 2026 -- KaarTech, a global AI-led Enterprise Transformation firm, has established a dedicated Strategic Business Unit (SBU) for Germany, Austria and Switzerland (DACH) with headquarter in Mannheim. The location reflects KaarTech s commitment to client proximity, placing the new hub in the Rhine-Neckar region one of Europe s most important enterprise-technology corridors and home to SAP s global headquarters in Walldorf.
COPENHAGEN, Denmark , Aug. 17, 2026 -- ATLANT 3D today announced the launch of NANOFABRICATOR PRO, the world s first and only physical platform for AI-driven materials discovery. The platform connects AI-driven materials discovery with programmable atomic-scale fabrication, experimental validation, and device prototyping, accelerating the transition from design to manufacturable materials and devices. As AI transforms materials discovery, a key challenge remains validating AI-generated predictions. Traditional workflows separate materials design, fabrication, characterization, and manufacturing into disconnected processes, slowing innovation and limiting the transition from digital discoveries to real-world technologies.
Caresoft Global and Delhi Research Implementation and Innovation (DRIIV) signed a MoU to collaborate for talent development in India by bridging the skill gap. NEW DELHI , Aug. 17, 2026 -- Caresoft Global and DRIIV (Delhi Research Implementation and Innovation) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate for talent development in India. The partnership brings global manufacturing and technology intelligence into the Indian engineering, manufacturing, and education sector through a structured industry engagement model. DRIIV operates under the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, and was established on the recommendation of the Prime Minister s Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC). Adroit Technologies Innovative Solutions Pvt. Ltd. joins as Implementation Partner.
Business 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.
Smart 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.
Featuring 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.
A 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.
Industry 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.
NYSE 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.
Backed 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 .
BENGALURU, 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.
MUSCAT, 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.
AV-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.
NANTONG, 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.
AI-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.
Physical 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.
Marks 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.
Vermon 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.
Assessment 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.
Strengthening 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.
Expanded 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.
EAST 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.
MUMBAI, India , July 2, 2026 -- STL [NSE: STLTECH], a leading optical connectivity solutions company, announced that it has raised INR 1500 Cr through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP). The entire process saw participation by reputed domestic and global investors including Motilal Oswal, Nomura, HSBC, Bank of India, Oxbow , Think Investments, Bandhan and Manulife , among others. The robust response underscores investor confidence in STL s 30+ years of experience in manufacturing quality optical connectivity products using, its vertically integrated Glass to Terabit capability, and the growing global demand for optical connectivity products driven by digital infrastructure buildouts by AI data centers, telecom players and large scale government programs.
Private Cloud+ is a hybrid private cloud powered by Dell infrastructure and operated by DXC OASIS, built for enterprises and governments running sensitive and regulated workloads. It combines public cloud flexibility with private cloud security, governance and control, supporting both traditional and AI workloads. Built for regulated and data intensive industries, including financial services, healthcare, public sector, and manufacturing, with built in support for sovereign, compliant, and AI ready environments.
Investment brings Pictor s total capital raised to approximately 30 million, supporting expanded U.S. and international commercialization efforts CARLSBAD, Calif. , June 30, 2026 -- Pictor Holdings Inc., a global targeted proteomic platform company headquartered in Carlsbad, California, today announced the closing of a 7.5 million bridge round of growth capital. The financing was supported by existing investors and will be used to expand commercial partnerships, scale platform development and manufacturing capabilities, and support translational studies across key human and animal health markets.
Just-in-time vendor access, auditability, and containment are key controls for reducing ransomware risk in manufacturing, according to Secomea COPENHAGEN, Denmark , June 30, 2026 -- Following a recent increase in publicly reported ransomware and extortion incidents affecting manufacturers and industrial suppliers, Secomea is urging organizations to reassess how third-party remote access is managed across production environments. In operational technology (OT) environments, third-party remote access is essential for maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment support. However, as ransomware groups increasingly target manufacturing organizations, security teams are facing growing pressure to balance operational continuity with cybersecurity, compliance, and vendor access control.
The company provides integrated support across land acquisition, feasibility studies, regulatory approvals, EPCM, ESG compliance, and commissioning for manufacturing projects across India. NOIDA, India , June 30, 2026 -- IMARC Engineering, a leading Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) advisory firm , offers comprehensive end-to-end factory setup services in India, supporting manufacturers and investors across land acquisition, feasibility studies, regulatory approvals, EPCM, ESG compliance, and commissioning for greenfield and brownfield manufacturing projects.
Unites Rocket Lab s leading launch and satellite manufacturing capabilities with Iridium s global network, spectrum, and experience to unlock critical space applications. Adds material revenue scale and is significantly accretive to Rocket Lab s cash flow generation and profitability. LONG BEACH, Calif. and MCLEAN, Va. , June 29, 2026 -- Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB) ( Rocket Lab ), a global leader in launch and space systems and Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: IRDM) ( Iridium ), a leading provider of global voice, data, and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) satellite services, today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Rocket Lab will acquire Iridium. Rocket Lab will acquire all the outstanding shares of Iridium common stock for 54 per share in a cash and stock transaction. This represents an enterprise value for Iridium of approximately 8.0 billion.
BHARUCH, India , June 26, 2026 -- The DCM Shriram Chemicals manufacturing site at Jhagadia, Bharuch District, Gujarat, part of DCM Shriram Ltd., has been recognised by the World Economic Forum s Global Lighthouse Network (GLN) with Distinction in Productivity, becoming one of only 16 industrial sites globally selected for the network in 2026. The Global Lighthouse Network is a World Economic Forum initiative that identifies manufacturing facilities and value chains that are leading the adoption and scaling of Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies to drive measurable impact in productivity, sustainability, agility and operational excellence. With this recognition, the Jhagadia site joins a prestigious community of 238 leading manufacturing facilities worldwide that are setting new benchmarks for industrial transformation.
BEIJING , June 26, 2026 -- With the theme of Making Production More Efficient, the Advanced Manufacturing Chain Section at the Fourth China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) presents the manufacturing value chain, from R&D and design to advanced materials, critical components, intelligent manufacturing and high-end equipment. The exhibition underscores the role of advanced manufacturing in driving technology adoption and supporting international collaboration.