Thailand's Car Production Down 28% in November

In November 2024, Thailand produced a total of 117,251 cars, a decrease of 28.23% from the 163,337 units produced in November 2023. The decline was driven by a 20.67% decrease in e…

JAKA Robotics Hosts First Seminar in Thailand, Showcasing Cutting-Edge Cobot Technology and Launching JAKA THAILAND

On November 28, 2024, JAKA Robotics, a leading Chinese brand in collaborative robots (Cobots), partnered with AppliCAD Public Company Limited to host its inaugural seminar in Thail…

Japan's Machine Tool Orders in October 2024: Thailand Sees a Sharp 50% Decline

The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) reported that global orders for Japanese machine tools in October 2024 totaled 122,550 million yen, marking a 2.2% decrease fro…

Samut Sakhon Leads with the Highest Number of Industrial Factories in October 2024

New factories were licensed in October 2024, totaled 151 factories. Samut Sakhon was the province where 26 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capital of 973.8…

Thailand EV Board Approves Tax Cuts for Hybrid Cars and Extends Production Scheme

Thailand EV Board approves extended production timeframe for BEV and inclusion of Mild HEV in hybrid incentive package to support industry’s electrification.

Thailand Approves Semiconductor Strategy to Attract 500 Billion Baht

Thailand’s New Semiconductor Board approves framework of National Strategy and Skilled Workforce Development to prepare for 500 Billion Baht expected foreign investment wave.

Electronics Industry Booms: 8 Major Companies Raise Full-Year Revenue Targets Amid Growing Digital Transformation Investments

Eight major electronics companies revised their full-year revenue forecasts upward, driven by strong core businesses and increasing global demand for digital transformation (DX).

DigiKey’s 16th Annual DigiWish Holiday Giveaway Kicks Off Dec. 1, 2024

DigiKey’s 16th Annual DigiWish Holiday Giveaway Kicks Off Dec. 1, 2024 by selecting 24 lucky winners

Gühring Thailand: Driving Innovation in Cutting Tools at METALEX 2024

In an exclusive interview, Mr. Ralf Alber, Managing Director of Gühring Thailand, shares insights into the company's market focus, innovative offerings, and strategies to address t…

Renishaw: Transforming Manufacturing with AGILITY® CMM at METALEX 2024

Renishaw is set to make waves at METALEX 2024 with the launch of its AGILITY® CMM range. Steve Bell, ASEAN General Manager of Renishaw, shared insights that position AGILITY® CMM a…

Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue Forecast to Grow 14% in 2025

Global semiconductor revenue is projected to grow 14% in 2025 to total $717 billion, according to the latest forecast from Gartner

Thailand's Car Production Down 25% in October

In October 2024, Thailand produced a total of 118,842 cars, a decrease of 25.13% from the 158,819 units produced in October 2023. The decline was driven by a 7.00% decrease in expo…

TAKAMAZ Unveils Innovative Smart Lathe at METALEX 2024, Driving Sustainable Manufacturing

TAKAMAZ is set to showcase its latest innovations at METALEX 2024, held at BITEC Bangkok. Part manufacturers are invited to explore the future of machining with TAKAMAZ’s cutting-e…

Okamoto Unveils Quick Touch Technology at METALEX 2024

Okamoto is introducing a groundbreaking solution at METALEX 2024. The new Quick Touch technology simplifies and accelerates the grinding process, offering unparalleled accuracy and…

Seven Passenger Car Companies’ Global Sales Fall 1.4%

Global sales by seven passenger car companies have declined by 1.4%, marking the first year-on-year drop in two years. Intensifying competition in China and North America is puttin…

Proterial Develops Advanced Magnetic Sheet for Non-Contact EV Charging

Proterial, formerly Hitachi Metals, has developed a cutting-edge magnetic sheet and panel using soft magnetic materials to enhance non-contact charging systems for electric vehicle…

Japan's Machine Tool Orders Rise in September, Domestic and Overseas Markets Show Mixed Results

Japan's machine tool orders rebounded for the first time in three months in September 2024. Orders reached 125.36 billion yen (US$814.01 million), a 13.2% increase from the previou…

Samut Prakan Leads with the Highest Number of Industrial Factories in September 2024

New factories were licensed in September 2024, totaled 257 factories. Samut Prakan was the province where 53 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capital of 3,…

DigiKey Adds More Than 611,000 Products and 139 New Suppliers in Q3 2024

DigiKey expanded its NPI portfolio during the third quarter of 2024, adding 139 new suppliers and more than 611,000 innovative products.

Japan backs new perovskite solar cell tech, enabling roof and wall power generation.

Japan's METI and NEDO are supporting a 12.5 billion yen project by Sekisui Chemical and others.