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Global semiconductor equipment sales forecasted to reach $139B in 2026: SEMI

Canadian Manufacturing

Global Total Semiconductor Equipment Sales Forecast to Reach a Record of $139 Billion in 2026, SEMI Reports TOKYO — Global sales of total semiconductor manufacturing equipment by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) is forecasted to set a new industry record, reaching $113 billion in 2024, growing 6.5% to $101 billion in 2024.

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Kongsberg to export missile consoles

Manufacturer's Monthly

This development is set to create jobs across the companys site in South Australia and its local supply chain. The contract will lead to the creation of up to 30 positions within Kongsberg Defence Australia and the supply chain, further bolstering the local workforce.

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Aras Introduces New Supplier Collaboration Solutions

Gary Mintchell

Supply chain has never been my focus in writing. In recent years, the supply chain has experienced increasing pressure from strict compliance regulations, new sustainability initiatives, and an increased focus on transparency. I just posted about collaboration within an organization. This is more than a passing interest.

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Milestone in the build of Australian Landing Craft Heavy fleet

Manufacturer's Monthly

Construction of the first Landing Craft Heavy is expected to start in 2026. Funding for new littoral manoeuvre vessels is part of the Integrated Investment Program (2024-34) which is helping to grow the Australian industrial base, supply chains and create highly skilled, well-paid jobs.

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Global fab equipment spending expected to reach $110B in 2025

Canadian Manufacturing

. “The global semiconductor industry’s investments in fab equipment have been edging up for six straight years, and spending is poised to see a strong 18% increase in 2026 as production ramps to meet booming AI-related chip demand,” said Ajit Manocha, SEMI President and CEO. billion in 2025 and by 26% to $27 billion in 2026.

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Dexterity picks up $95M in funding for container unloading robots

Robotics Business Review

Dexterity said it uses “physical AI” to give its full-stack systems human-like dexterity, freeing workers in logistics , warehousing, and supply chain operations from repetitive and strenuous tasks. It signed a 2022 contract to deploy 1,500 robots to Japanese warehouses by 2026. The company is hiring.

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Eighteen new semiconductor fabs to start construction in 2025: SEMI report

Canadian Manufacturing

The new projects include three 200mm and fifteen 300mm facilities, the majority of which are expected to begin operations from 2026 to 2027. In 2025, the Americas and Japan are the leading regions with four projects each. The China and Europe & Middle East regions are each tied for third place with three planned construction projects.