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 5 hours ago

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

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The Rise of AI in Manufacturing

How are manufacturers using AI, and what should leaders know about the technology? 

By Manufacturing Dive staff

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

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Organizations that rethink outdated industrial mindsets and fully embrace AI, data and automation will define the future.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

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

Jabil pledges $500M to expand US production

The electronics maker is looking to build out its capabilities to meet growing data center demand driven by cloud and artificial intelligence computing.

By Nathan Owens • June 20, 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

Qualcomm to acquire Alphawave Semi for $2.4B

The San Diego-based chipmaker is looking to be a major player in the growth of data centers with its latest acquisition.

By Nathan Owens • June 10, 2025

From manual to modern: Cutting costs through AI-powered automation

Discover how AI automation slashes costs, boosts quality, and transforms operations across the factory floor.

June 9, 2025

Ransomware attacks jumped 46% across industrial sectors: Honeywell

Cybersecurity threats have increased across manufacturing, construction and other sectors, including a surge in activity targeting agriculture and food production.

By Nathan Owens • June 6, 2025

Deere buys Minnesota drone technology startup

After partnering with Sentera for the past decade, Deere’s latest move bolsters its precision agriculture capabilities for aerial field scouting.

By Nathan Owens • June 4, 2025

GlobalFoundries commits $16B to expand New York, Vermont facilities

The chipmaker said the move resulted from President Trump’s push to onshore U.S. manufacturing and expand the domestic semiconductor supply chain for companies like Apple and General Motors.

By Sara Samora • June 4, 2025

Materion expands chip materials production to South Korea

The Ohio-based company said the deal would strengthen its position as a leading supplier of tantalum products used in microchips.

By Nathan Owens • June 3, 2025

The Commerce Department recalled funding for 6 manufacturing tech hubs. What happens next?

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the hubs were previously awarded funding that was not actually available yet and through a rushed selection process by the Biden administration.

By Nathan Owens • June 2, 2025

Transformer, breaker backlogs persist, despite reshoring progress

Manufacturers have been slow to invest in U.S. capacity amid uncertainty over long-term electricity demand. That’s changing, but there’s a long way to go, experts say.

By Brian Martucci • June 2, 2025

Strategic access management: The backbone of productive and secure industry 4.0 adoption

Unlock productivity and security in Industry 4.0 with smarter access management.

By Joel Burleson-Davis, Chief Technology Officer, Imprivata • June 2, 2025