Automation Mag

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

A recent Association for Advancing Automation (A3) report finds that robot sales in North American declined by 30 percent in 2023 after record orders in the two previous years. Companies purchased 31,159 robots in 2023, compared to 44,196 ordered in 2022 and 39,708 in 2021.

Robotics 112

Robotics Robotics Automotive Consumer Goods 112

SMMT

JULY 25, 2024

Latest independent outlook expects factories to turn out some 111,000 light vans this year as sector looks forward to working with new government on an industrial strategy with automotive at its core. As a result, automotive is ideally placed to deliver economic growth in the short and long term.

Supply Chain 84

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing 84

Canadian Manufacturing

JANUARY 6, 2023

Project Arrow makes use of Ontario’s complete end-to-end automotive supply chain and tries to demonstrate the province’s automotive capabilities and innovation on a global stage. This investment is just another part of this government’s incredible and unprecedented commitment to Ontario’s automotive industry.”.

Automotive 123

Automotive Supply Chain Electronics Prototype  123

Canadian Manufacturing

JANUARY 8, 2025

. “Generative AI and high-performance computing are fueling advancements in the leading-edge logic and memory segments, while mainstream nodes continue to underpin critical applications in automotive, IoT and power electronics. million wpm in 2025.

Automotive 104

Automotive Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain 104

Canadian Manufacturing

APRIL 10, 2025

billion in 2023, SEMI, the industry association representing the global electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, reported on Apr. billion, due to weakened demand in the automotive and industrial sectors amid economic challenges. billion in 2024 from $106.3 Japan also saw a slight 1% dip, with sales at $7.8

Supply Chain 59

Supply Chain Electronics Automotive Manufacturing 59

Seeburger

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Last year, the automotive industry was still confident that they would overcome the semiconductor crisis in 2022. Even leading automotive manufacturers are quoting lead times of 15-18 months for […]. However, there are no signs of this easing up soon.

Automotive 98

Automotive Lead Time Manufacturing Supply Chain 98

SMMT

DECEMBER 19, 2024

64,216 cars rolled off factory lines, 27,711 fewer than in November last year, due to a combination of factors, including strategic product decisions, weakness in key global markets, calendarisation and the fact that production grew significantly in November 2023 as Covid-related supply chain challenges faded.

Manufacturing 72

Manufacturing Supply Chain Automotive Advanced manufacturing 72

Automation Mag

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

percent in revenue over 2023. According to A3, 2024 saw a notable shift as non-automotive industries captured a larger market share. In Q4 2024, North American companies ordered 8,277 robots valued at $506 million, reflecting eight percent growth in both units and revenue compared to Q4 2023. percent in units and 0.1

Robotics 59

Robotics Robotics Consumer Goods Pharmaceutical 59

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, held from January 17 to January 22, 2025, in New Delhi , marked a pivotal moment for Indias automotive industry, reinforcing the countrys commitment to electrification, sustainable mobility, and smart vehicle technologies.

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Automotive Benchmarking Value chain Supply Chain 52

Automation Mag

APRIL 15, 2025

Reshoring to overcome supply chain challenges, artificial intelligence, flexible automation systems, reliance on data and purpose-built robots are some of the trends that experts believe will be mainstays in the industrial automation space for the manufacturing industry. Adaptability will be key in 2025 and beyond.

Supply Chain 76

Supply Chain Robotics Robotics Automation 76

SMMT

AUGUST 28, 2024

in July as model changeovers and temporary supply chain constraints restrict output. Factory lines rolled out 65,478 vehicles in the month, with the decline in output due predominantly to model changeovers and temporary supply chain challenges. in July 2023. UK car production declines -14.4% Despite a -18.6%

Supply Chain 133

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing 133

SMMT

JANUARY 24, 2024

billion of private and public investment commitments announced in 2023. UK must now ramp up EV supply chain and deliver return on investments. UK vehicle production hit 1,025,474 units in 2023, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). on the previous year.

Supply Chain 144

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing Advanced manufacturing 144

Automation Mag

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The 2023 Toronto edition of the Advanced Design & Manufacturing Expo took place at the Toronto Congress Centre from November 7 to 9. He added that investments in the automotive sector will have a long-term effect. Laughlin noted that the outlook for manufacturing across Canada is optimistic. Click arrows to advance images.

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Supply Chain Artificial Intelligence Automotive Robotics 93

Dinesh Mishra

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Meshmix Media Successfully Hosted the 4th Edition of the Industry Samurai Conference and Awards in Manufacturing & Supply Chain. We are thrilled to proudly unveil the recipients of the esteemed Samurai Awards 2023. LE Samurai Awards 2023 Ceremony. 250 Crores) and SME/MSME (revenue< Rs. 250 Crores).

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Manufacturing Logistics Automotive 52

Robotics Business Review

JUNE 12, 2024

A3 said robot sales in North America were down 6% in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. In Q1 2023, North American companies ordered 9,168 units for a total of $597 million. North American robot orders declined by 30% in 2023 after two years of record sales.

Robotics 115

Robotics Robotics Automotive Artificial Intelligence 115

AU Manufacturing

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

These thermal solutions are appropriate for a variety of industries, including aerospace, defence, industrial, automotive, electric vehicles, and energy, according to Conflux. The Moon to Mars Supply Chain Capability Improvement Program is part of the Australian Space Agency’s $150m Moon to Mars Initiative.

3D printing 87

3D printing Supply Chain Aerospace Additive manufacturing 87

Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 22, 2025

There are a few not to downplay the disruptions to supply chains and other challenges that lie ahead including expansion investment announcements by metal industry companies, as well as a fabricator that is the embodiment of leading by example, inspiring others to consider metalworking careers. In March, Lexicon, Inc.,

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Lead Time Automotive Advanced manufacturing 52

SMMT

APRIL 25, 2024

in Q1 2023 – thanks to demand for the latest cutting edge and increasingly zero emission British-built CVs. decline in March output to 7,943 units – the first monthly fall since September 2023. UK commercial vehicle (CV) output rose by 27.4% 1 32,626 vans, trucks, taxis, buses and coaches left factory lines, up 18.6%

Supply Chain 145

Supply Chain Product Record Automotive Manufacturing 145

SMMT

JULY 9, 2024

25th automotive Sustainability Report shows UK vehicle manufacturers surpass major milestone with CO2 emissions per vehicle produced halved since 1999. More vehicles made but less energy used in 2023 with an -18% decline in CO2 emissions from factory production. respectively last year, with usage now -33% and -42% below 1999 levels.

Supply Chain 108

Supply Chain Automotive Logistics Manufacturing 108

E&T

MARCH 30, 2023

The chip shortage was largely caused by Covid-related supply chain disruptions and the increase in demand that followed the move to remote working. The ongoing trade war between the US and China also played a role in restricting supply. per cent year-on-year, accounting for two in five cars produced in the month.

Supply Chain 111

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing 111

SMMT

DECEMBER 20, 2024

UK manufacturing this year also reflects an automotive sector in transition as the investment announcements of 2023 gradually become reality, with factories of all vehicle types retooling and battery capacity scaling up for EVs. The governments Invest 2035 strategy, alongside a comprehensive trade strategy, cannot come soon enough.

Automotive 52

Automotive Supply Chain Automation Manufacturing 52

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

July 15, 2023 – Frost & Sullivan recently researched the medium/heavy truck aftermarket industry and, based on its findings, recognizes Mitchell 1 with the 2023 North American Technology Innovation Leadership Award. SAN ANTONIO, TX. For more information, visit the company’s website at mitchell1.com

Automotive 98

Automotive Supply Chain Function Sourcing 98

SMMT

OCTOBER 25, 2023

in September, the strongest month of growth in 2023, with 88,230 units leaving British factories. It means September is a triple success for the sector, with it being the strongest month of growth in 2023, the best September since 2020, 1 and UK car making now reaching 659,901 units year to date – some 14.9% to 64,727 units.

Supply Chain 144

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing 144

E&T

JANUARY 13, 2023

Based on data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), this could be the result of different factors that are currently affecting the automotive industry, including rising inflation and cost of raw materials. Dominic Tribe is a partner and automotive sector specialist at management consultancy  Vendigital.

Automotive 111

Automotive Agile manufacturing Supply Chain Manufacturing 111

SMMT

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

UK car production was stable in the first month of 2023, with output down just -0.3% The loss, equivalent to just 215 fewer cars, was driven chiefly by structural changes, reflecting a move from car to van making at one major plant, but with supply chain shortages still afflicting some manufacturers. 2 Notes to editors 1.

Supply Chain 143

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing 143

SMMT

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The scale of the decline is, in part, exacerbated by comparison with a strong September 2023, which saw the best result for the month since 2020. UK car production output declined by -20.6% The decrease was largely expected as factories wind down production of current models and retool lines for all-new zero emission vehicles.

Automotive 85

Automotive Supply Chain Manufacturing Advanced manufacturing 85

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

APRIL 30, 2025

The alternative fuel spectrum including biofuels, biogas, biomethane, and eFuels presents effective options to substitute fossil fuels while reducing emissions across aviation, automotive, maritime, and industrial power sectors. from 2023 to 2030 , reflecting increasing adoption driven by environmental mandates and technological advancements.

Automotive 52

Automotive Supply Chain Energy Optimization Manufacturing 52

Fastener News Desk

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

By Clare Scott A supply chain crisis has been affecting the world in recent years, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic was a good example of how, in the event of supply chain issues, AM was able to help. AM makes the supply chain independent from consumer demand and reduces waste.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Additive manufacturing 3D printing Manufacturing 52

Robotics Business Review

APRIL 17, 2025

” “Our robotics business had increased orders from the automotive segment, and our paint technology is the best on the market, and we had customers choosing to remain with us as they expanded their international footprint,” he noted. In 2023, ABB planned to spend $20 million to expand U.S. production.

Robotics 87

Robotics Robotics Automation Artificial Intelligence 87

SMMT

JANUARY 5, 2023

Supply chain shortages subdue new car market to 1.61m units in 2022 – a -2.0% Rising registrations see market improvement in last five months with sector poised to deliver growth worth £8.4bn during 2023. million new car registrations in 2023, worth around £8.4 SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND. Notes to editors.

Supply Chain 143

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing 143

Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 22, 2024

These incidents highlight the increasing overlap between operational technology (OT) and IT systems, where breaches in IT can disrupt OT operations, leading to shutdowns and cascading supply chain disruptions. A notable example is the ransomware attack on an Australian automotive parts manufacturer in the second quarter of 2024.

Manufacturing 59

Manufacturing Supply Chain Compliance Automotive 59

SMMT

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Industry outlook highlights strategic importance of Automotive to Britain’s economic recovery, with growth worth £14 billion targeted in 2023. The UK automotive industry has today urged government to take rapid action to secure the long-term future of one of the country’s most important assets, while accelerating its decarbonisation.

Automotive 80

Automotive Supply Chain Logistics Manufacturing 80

SMMT

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The news follows recent announcements of significant investment into advanced automotive manufacturing, with some £4 billion committed by Government and industry combined in November alone, a massive vote of confidence in the sector.1 It anticipates UK vehicle makers producing 1,008 million cars and light vans in 2023, up 18.0%

Automotive 145

Automotive Supply Chain Advanced manufacturing Manufacturing 145

SMMT

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

The rise followed September’s fall, which came after four consecutive months of growth, illustrating how supply chain turbulence, in particular global chip shortages, continues to affect UK car manufacturers. UK car production returned to growth in October, rising 7.4% respectively, October’s performance was still -48.4%

Supply Chain 144

Supply Chain Energy Optimization Automotive Manufacturing 144

Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Consistent and reliable traceability: Tracing parts and components at any time throughout the entire supply chain starting with raw material and closing the loop with recycled parts. Traceability applications can give the possibility to display the entire value chain and help to find ways to increase supply-chain resilience.

Value chain 130

Value chain Manufacturing Automotive Supply Chain 130

Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 31, 2025

A critical factor in achieving zero defects is managing the supply chain. The programs roots can be traced back to a fire in August 2023, which destroyed Elexons factory and manufacturing equipment. Product design and supply chain management are also key, ensuring components are available on time to prevent production delays.

Industry 4.0 65

Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Electronics Supply Chain 65

Robotics Business Review

JUNE 14, 2024

Robot sales in North America dip 6% in Q1 A3 said robot sales in North America were down 6% in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. In Q1 2023, North American companies ordered 9,168 units for a total of $597 million. North American robot orders declined by 30% in 2023 after two years of record sales.

Robotics 116

Robotics Robotics Automotive Supply Chain 116