jeon Metropolitan City. Aiming to start the construction in the latter half of 2026, the company plans to secure more than 10 times the production capacity of the existing Hwaseong factory in Gyeonggi Province. The company, designated as a core company in the pouch film sector under South Korea’s supply chain framework act, aims to increase its domestic production rate of the material to 50% by 2030. Furthermore, the company is working to stren...

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Gestamp and Iberdrola sign 10-year renewable energy agreement for European plants Gestamp Automocion S.A. (Gestamp) has signed a 10-year renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Iberdrola to supply 660,000 MWh of electricity to its European plants. The PPA covers 34 MW of installed capacity and will provide Gestamp’s plants with 100% renewable energy (80% wind and 20% solar), backed by guarantees of origin certificates. This aligns ...

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roup, and Geely Auto South Africa Co., Ltd., signed a Strategic Cooperation Framework Agreement for South Africa’s New Energy Transition. The two companies will jointly develop an integrated ecosystem encompassing “new energy vehicles + solar and energy storage + charging infrastructure + green supply chain.” Key areas include coordinated development of new energy vehicles and charging infrastructure, implementation of integrated solar-stor...

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cell systems for heavy-duty vehicles and other similar applications. Cellcentric is expected to act as a central hub for developing, producing, and commercialising fuel cell systems for heavy-duty transport. The partners will also work with industry groups and stakeholders across the hydrogen value chain to support the early development of hydrogen supply and infrastructure. Additionally, Toyota and cellcentric plan to jointly oversee the develo...

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China-based Shanghai Baolong Automotive Corporation, began operations at its facility in Wyncoast Industrial Park, located in Bang Pakong District, Chachoengsao Province. The plant produces automotive rubber and metal valve stems. The launch marks a key step in strengthening Baolong Automotive’s supply chain, improving flexibility and ensuring more reliable deliveries to customers worldwide. The Thailand facility is expected to support regiona...

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METI unveils policy for establishing supply chain security evaluation system, aiming for system launch by end of FY2026 The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Cabinet Secretariat's National Cybersecurity Office of Japan have announced a policy to evaluate the status of efforts to strengthen security across the supply chain. It assumes that, in a transaction agreement between two firms, the ordering side will present the approp...

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re Department has said that a thorough investigation into cause of the fire would wait until a structural engineer deemed the roof safe. So far, no OEMs have issued notice of production interruption due to the fire. Fuyao Glass America produces approximately 30% of all automotive glass in the U.S., supplying OEM windshields and windows to GM, Ford, Honda, BMW, and Audi. With nearly 2,000 employees and over USD 1 billion invested in the Moraine si...

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Foton Motor, COSCO Shipping establish JV On March 26, Guangzhou Yuanfu Automotive Supply Chain Co., Ltd., a joint venture (JV) between Beiqi Foton Motor Co., Ltd. (Foton Motor) and COSCO Shipping Specialized Carriers Co., Ltd. (COSCO Shipping), was officially inaugurated. A roll-on/roll-off (ro-ro) vessel branded with both companies’ logos was also delivered, by which the first 600 Foton Motor pickup trucks will be shipped to South America. The...

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outh Korea and Molten of the United States have agreed to jointly develop natural graphite anode materials using methane gas. Through this agreement, Posco Future M will combine its anode material technology with Molten's methane-based graphite production technology to strengthen its anode material supply chain. Molten will produce graphite via methane pyrolysis, and Posco Future M will process it into spherical graphite through its subsidiary Fu...

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iven more weight than before. Amid concerns over a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) investment, the revisions aim to encourage the domestic production of core components such as batteries, and simultaneously aim for carbon neutrality (reduction of greenhouse gas emissions to virtually zero) in the supply chain and the automotive society. The new evaluation criteria will include initiatives for stable supply of automotive batteries certified unde...

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iconductors, quantum technologies, next-generation wireless and AI infrastructure, and academic research, aligning with government programmes such as Make in India, Semicon India, and the National Quantum Mission. The expansion is intended to streamline procurement for Indian customers, strengthen supply chain resilience, and support Keysight's broader global production footprint, with no specific investment figure or facility location disclosed...

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Sandhar Technologies, India to set up auto parts assembly or manufacturing unit in Mexico On March 26, Sandhar Technologies' board approved a proposal to establish an automotive assembly or manufacturing facility in Mexico, either as a branch office or a wholly owned subsidiary, to strengthen its international presence, improve proximity to key customers and OEMs, and drive supply chain efficiencies. The company said detailed disclosures will fol...

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nts. These models will entail a broad mix of ICE, HEV, EV, and extended‑range electric (EREV) powertrains to meet evolving customer demands across the region. Hyundai is targeting more than 80% of vehicles sold in the U.S. to be assembled domestically by 2030, while simultaneously increasing U.S. supply‑chain content from approximately 60% to 80%. The new models, advanced powertrains, and expanded production plans build on Hyundai’s previou...

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Precision Camshafts, India flags LPG-linked risk at its plant due to middle east crises On March 26, Precision Camshafts Limited (PCL) announced that its manufacturing at its Solapur plant has been temporarily affected after liquefied petroleum gas supplies were disrupted by global energy supply-chain issues linked to the Middle East conflict. The company cautioned that operations may face partial disruption if LPG availability does not improve, ...

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such as uranium under state control.  The dedicated “rare earth corridors” announced in coastal states, including Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala, are intended to support mining, processing, research, and magnet manufacturing, reduce import dependence, and build a more resilient supply chain for sectors ranging from EVs and renewables to electronics, defence, aerospace, and space applications. Based on the PIB India press rele...

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ng Province, and concentrate its automotive parts and other product production capacity in South Korea. From 2026 through 2030, the South Korean company plans to invest KRW 75 billion (JPY 8.25 billion) to build a precision plastic parts plant.  Founded in 2008, Samkwang Wintech has built a global supply chain as a supplier to Continental and Hyundai Mobis. It has also been registered as a tier 1 supplier to Tesla Inc. and Renault S.A. in 2025. ...

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up toward new technology development and other initiatives. Toyota is wary of emerging Chinese manufacturers who are boosting their competitiveness through “China Speed.” The company aims to create a virtuous cycle of "productivity improvement" and "creation of new value" throughout its entire supply chain as it positions itself to prevail in global competition. In vehicle development and production, Toyota has indicated a policy of signific...

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Hyundai Glovis opens new headquarters in Mexico On March 19, it was reported that Hyundai Glovis Mexico officially opened a new headquarters in Querétaro as part of its strategy to expand and strengthen its logistics operations in the country. The new facility is intended to function as a central hub for logistics, manufacturing support, and supply chain integration, enhancing coordination with global clients. Through this expansion, the company...

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mance and agility with models Eiht, Phashion, and Rhaod. Aztema positions the plant as one of the most advanced tire factories in the Americas, strengthening Mexico's automotive and auto parts manufacturing sector. The project supports local content integration, reduces external dependencies in the supply chain, and promotes economic development and technical specialization in the Bajío industrial cluster. The company noted that demand for local...

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Stellantis Melfi plant, Italy halts first shift production over component shortage on March 24, 2026 On March 24, multiple sources reported that production in Stellantis Melfi plant, Italy, was halt for the morning shift on March 24, 2026, due to a shortage of components. The problem was linked to supply chain difficulties, which continue to show weaknesses when parts are delayed. The Plastics department can produce only 150 dashboards per shift,...

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