Chip design software firm Synopsys completes $35B deal

The acquisition will incorporate Ansys’ simulation and analysis technology to better address manufacturing innovation as products become more intelligent.

By Nathan Owens • July 17, 2025

GM’s Ultium Cells to expand production of low-cost battery cells at Tennessee plant

The automaker is targeting significant cost savings for electric vehicles compared to its current high-nickel battery chemistries.

By Eric Walz • July 17, 2025

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Check out five of our biggest stories of 2025 so far, including updates on semiconductors, the Trump administration and PFAS.

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Flagship CHIPS R&D facility opens in New York

The Extreme Ultraviolet Accelerator, located at NY Creates’ Albany NanoTech Complex, is part of the state’s $1 billion investment to grow its semiconductor research and development presence.

By Sara Samora • July 16, 2025

Rolls-Royce invests $75M in South Carolina engine plant

The 60,000-square-foot expansion will boost production of machinery used to power data centers and other industrial facilities.

By Nathan Owens • July 16, 2025

The US is already a manufacturing powerhouse, but shadow factories can make it the global leader

Shadow factories can offer manufacturers a way to decrease downtime and aid others in onshoring production lines, writes Augury CEO Saar Yoskovitz. 

By Saar Yoskovitz • July 14, 2025

A new era: Unleashing the potential of manufacturing

Manufacturing is at a crossroads. Down one path? Stagnation. The other? Big opportunity via tech.

July 14, 2025

Intel plans to lay off more than 500 Oregon workers

While the changes are happening at four locations, the cuts will largely affect software and hardware engineers, developers and managers at the company’s Jones Farm Campus.

By Nathan Owens • July 9, 2025

Tariffs or not, automation is still key to reshoring manufacturing

Tariffs may accelerate reshoring, but sustainable manufacturing success depends on the competitive advantage that automation delivers, writes HowToRobot co-CEO Søren Peters. 

By Søren Peters • July 8, 2025

XR training accelerates workforce readiness in manufacturing: here’s the data to prove it

New study: XR cuts training time 24%, nearly eliminates errors and boosts manufacturing job readiness.

July 7, 2025

US manufacturing is in ‘pretty bad shape.’ MIT hopes to change that.

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Initiative for New Manufacturing is partnering with Siemens, GE Vernova and others to boost productivity through technology and innovation.

By Nathan Owens • Updated June 30, 2025

Continental’s automotive group creates semiconductor unit

The auto parts maker, recently branded as Aumovio, is teaming with GlobalFoundries to develop and manufacture chip components as demand for the technology ramps up.

By Nathan Owens • June 27, 2025

Intel to shutter its automotive business, lay off department employees

The move is the latest in CEO Lip-Bu Tan’s mission to cut costs as the chipmaker lays off 107 workers in California.

By Nathan Owens • June 26, 2025

Steelmaker Nucor restores operations, confirms limited data breach

The steel products giant said it does not expect the cyberattack to have a material impact on its operations.

By David Jones • June 26, 2025

Inside Braskem’s push to scale biopolymer production for packaging and more

The Brazilian chemical company’s recently opened $20 million research facility in Massachusetts is part of the company’s broader network of R&D sites and interest in alternatives to fossil-based plastics.

By Cole Rosengren • June 25, 2025

GE Appliances completes $180M Georgia plant expansion

The investment added robotic cells to the factory’s lines for expedited cooking product assembly.

By Sara Samora • Updated June 24, 2025

IBM develops AI-powered PFAS screening tool

The company’s research division leveraged artificial intelligence to help identify forever chemicals in its work, as well as suggest available alternatives.

By Sara Samora • June 23, 2025

Navigating the AI maturity curve: Transforming manufacturing operations

Cut costs, boost output: See how manufacturers are using AI to drive efficiency and ROI at every stage.

June 23, 2025

What’s holding additive manufacturing back? Awareness, not technology.

Additive is ready for production – so why aren't more companies using it? The answer: awareness.

By Michael Cavalieri, SVP of Marketplace Operations at Xometry • June 23, 2025

Digital transformation: A revolution just beginning, not a trend fading away

Organizations that rethink outdated industrial mindsets and fully embrace AI, data and automation will define the future.

By Stephen Birtsas • June 23, 2025

Jabil picks North Carolina for $500M AI facility

The investment is expected to create nearly 1,200 jobs in Rowan County and grow the state’s economy by billions of dollars.

By Nathan Owens • Updated July 2, 2025

Otto Aviation to establish $430M manufacturing plant in Florida

The aerospace startup plans to build its Phantom 3500, a fuel-efficient new jet, at the Cecil Airport in Jacksonville.

By Sara Samora • June 18, 2025

Texas Instruments plans to invest $60B in semiconductor fabs

The investment will bolster U.S. manufacturing capacity for 300mm chips used by Apple, Ford, Medtronic and other customers ushering in the next wave of electronic devices.

By Nathan Owens • June 18, 2025

Deere must face FTC’s right-to-repair lawsuit, judge rules

The tractor giant’s effort to dismiss was denied last week, clearing the way for a trial expected later this year that would challenge the company’s system for repairs and services.

By Nathan Owens • June 16, 2025

How to improve inventory accuracy in a warehouse: 5 strategies for success

Learn how real-time tracking, automation and digital twins can help.

By Nick Mamouzellos • June 16, 2025

Cargill invests $90M to automate Colorado beef plant

The technology will provide real-time production insights that can help preserve more meat per cow.

By Sarah Zimmerman • June 11, 2025