Investment will provide a government-to-government forum for discussing investment-related issues. Other than agreeing to purchase USD 17 billion worth of agricultural goods annually for three years and approving an order for 200 Boeing airplanes, China has agreed to address U.S. concerns regarding supply chain shortages related to rare earths and other critical minerals, including yttrium, scandium, neodymium, and indium. China will also address...

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lishment and ramp of Tata Electronics’ upcoming 300 mm (12-inch) semiconductor fab in Dholera, Gujarat.  The collaboration will focus on deploying ASML’s holistic suite of advanced lithography tools and solutions for the Dholera fab. The two companies will cooperate to develop domestic talent, supply chain, and research initiatives to support the long-term success of Tata Electronics’ Dholera fab. Tata Electronics’ facility will manufac...

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partnership with Leapmotor to support the automaker's globalization strategy and the high-quality development of its overseas business. AUMOVIO will support Leapmotor's overseas expansion through its global engineering service network, multi-regional regulatory certification capabilities, worldwide supply chain, and global production footprint. Both companies will also continue their long-term cooperation in areas such as braking and safety syste...

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outine governance and will not impact operations or strategic direction. VKTR also reaffirmed its long-term strategy to build a localized commercial EV ecosystem in Central Java, shifting from a standalone manufacturing model to an integrated “factory-to-ecosystem” approach covering production, supply chains, and downstream services. This includes partnerships with local coachbuilders in Magelang, expanded CKD assembly, and a push to raise do...

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land’s automotive sector during the transition to electric vehicles. The groups warned that rising imports of fully built Chinese EVs under zero-tariff schemes, which make local EV production 30–40% more costly than importing vehicles from China, could weaken Thailand’s manufacturing base and supply chain, particularly after the EV 3.5 incentive program ends in 2027. They stressed that Thailand should maintain its position as a regional man...

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Cabot ends production at Campana plant in Argentina On May 14, it was reported that Cabot has closed its manufacturing plant in Campana, Argentina, ending more than 60 years of operations and leaving approximately 150 employees without jobs. The facility produced carbon black, a key raw material used in tire manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry. The company stated that the decision followed an evaluation of the profitability of its op...

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ew facility will serve as a full-cycle production hub, featuring advanced extrusion, anodizing and finishing capabilities aligned with U.S. energy and environmental standards. AKFA’s first U.S. operation will integrate recycled aluminum billets and energy-efficient systems to support a low-carbon supply chain. AKFA Aluminum Solutions U.S. LLC operates the aluminum division of AKFA Group, one of Central Asia’s largest industrial companies with...

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surance, MES, and project management, and a multi-year deal with a Tier-1 automotive supplier to scale a global engineering center. In April, two further wins were secured: a large multi-year PLM service transformation deal with a European luxury automotive OEM covering engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, purchasing, and IDT across all product domains; and a Full Vehicle Program with a Japanese automotive OEM involving top hat design and p...

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o wholly owned subsidiaries: INR 15 billion into Ola Electric Technologies Private Limited (OET) and INR 5 billion into Ola Cell Technologies Private Limited (OCT). Both investments are to be completed on or before May 14, 2027. OET, incorporated in January 2021, is engaged in EV manufacturing and supply across the electric vehicle value chain. OCT, incorporated in July 2022, is engaged in battery and cell manufacturing, assembly, and distributi...

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especially in Italy. These facilities cover nearly 6 million square meters and handle vehicle storage, preparation, maintenance, and battery charging efficiently. LPMI manages the overall logistics system, ensuring smooth operations as volumes grow. The program focuses on three main areas: overall supply chain planning and coordination, combined supply chain coordination for sea and land transport, operational efficiency, and improvement. Based ...

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adopted in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and new customers are emerging. Since our powertrain products are primarily hardware-based, it is difficult to significantly boost profit margins; however, we aim to secure those margins by continuously improving cost efficiency.Q2. What are your plans for supply chain design in the wake of the pandemic and other geopolitical risks, your response to structural changes resulting from the U.S.-China divide...

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, the two companies plan to coordinate overall strategic planning, resource collaboration, and project advancement in key areas, such as vehicle procurement, unmanned container trucks at ports, shipping capacity, and development outside of China, to enhance the resilience and intelligence of global supply chains. COSCO Shipping will leverage its global ports, warehouses, and digital supply chain system to provide DFMC with integrated services suc...

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rives all departments and team members to take responsibility for systematic indicators including product efficiency, quality, NVH, and cost. In R&D, we fully apply AI tools, prioritize model-based development, iterate software frequently, and minimize hardware changes. For partnerships, we advance supply chain collaboration and innovate cooperation models. We have established a tiered supplier system, built deep ties with strategic suppliers, an...

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d help preserve a competitive advantage.   Currently, tariffs of up to 25% apply to steel, aluminum, vehicles, and certain auto parts. Meanwhile, about 80% of Mexico’s auto parts industry currently complies with the USMCA rules of origin and therefore qualifies for tariff exemptions. The entire supply chain is being reshaped not only by technological change, but also by tariff policy, and the industry is seeking clear rules ahead of the forma...

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hrough the entire production process together.  The batch-build approach simplifies the complex process of assembling high-tech vehicles. Three months after launch, the team is continuing to meet their monthly “electrical first-time quality,” or EFTQ targets.   Other benefits include:  •  Supply chain: Suppliers can schedule deliveries to Fairfax with greater consistency.  •  Floor space: Delivering parts in batches of 30 reduces th...

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Mercedes-Benz reduces carbon emissions by 21% in production of all-new GLB electric SUV On May 13, Mercedes-Benz announced that its all-new electric GLB sets a new standard for sustainable production, supported by a 360° Environmental Check and carbon-dioxide reduced supply chain. The company has already reduced carbon emissions in production by about 21% through close supplier collaboration, use of renewable energy, and low-carbon materials. Th...

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Gapwaves, Sweden, partners with AT&S, Austria, for production of antenna layers On May 13, Gapwaves announced an agreement with AT&S to produce antenna layers for Gapwaves' production of Multi-Layer Waveguide (MLW). The agreement forms part of Gapwaves' continued expansion of its global supply chain. AT&S manufactures antenna layers for Gapwaves, which are subsequently incorporated into the final production of Gapwaves' MLW antennas. Headquartere...

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agement (NFOSiGW) signed an investment agreement worth PLN 4.5 billion to finance the production and development hub project in Jaworzno. The funding will come from the National Reconstruction Plan. This investment supports the development of zero-emission transport, the construction of local value chains, and the creation of sustainable industrial competencies for the future. The signing of the agreement follows the announcement of EMP's strateg...

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e proposals primarily reflect concerns about Chinese EV manufacturers. The proposal, coordinated by the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT) and the Thai Auto-Parts Manufacturers Association (TAPMA), is scheduled to be submitted on May 14. The industry groups said Thailand’s automotive supply chain is under growing strain amid the transition to electric vehicles, citing pressure from lower-cost imports from China and higher manufactu...

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companies in the U.S. as it seeks to better utilize the existing production capacity at its plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina. Speaking at the Financial Times Future of the Car Summit, Samuelsson said that Volvo Cars is open to cooperation in assembly and construction, as well as in sourcing and supply chain activities. "It's part of the regionalization of the world, we need to be much more industrially present in the U.S. and we need to fill ...

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