Kubota to Expand Industrial Engine Production in Thailand
Kubota is expanding its Thailand factory to increase annual production of industrial diesel engines from 120,000 to 160,000 units by 2026. The investment is estimated to be several…
14 Years of R&D Growth of Japanese Companies - Toyota Tops with 1.24 Trillion Yen
R&D spending has risen continuously for 14 years, with Toyota leading at 1.24 trillion yen. A study of 154 companies revealed a 6.8% increase in fiscal 2023 compared to the previou…
Samut Prakan - Samut Sakhon: Champions for the largest number of new factories in February 2023
New factories were licensed in February 2023, totaled 134 factories, in which Samut Prakan and Samut Sakhon were the largest numbers at the same 15 new factories opened.
Chonburi and Samut Prakan: Champions for the largest number of new factories in June 2023
New factories were licensed in June 2023, totaled 127 factories. Chonburi and Samut Prakan were the province where 13 new factories opened, the largest number with the total capita…
Japan Machine Tool Orders: May 2024
Orders for Japanese machine tools worldwide in May 2024 amounted to 124.53 billion yen (US$774.71 million), up 3.0% from the previous month, and a 4.2% increase from the same month…
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…
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Japan Machine Tool Orders: January 2024
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in January 2024 amounted to 110.96 billion yen ($755 million), a decre…
Thailand Car Production Drops 16.19% in June 2024 Due to Decrease in Domestic Sales Production
Thailand's vehicle production in June 2024 totaled 116,289 units, marking a 20.11% decline from the previous year and a 7.82% drop from May. The main factor was a significant reduc…
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Isuzu Announces 3.2 Billion Baht Investment in Thai Production Base for EV Pickups
Isuzu announces a 32 billion baht investment to produce electric pickup trucks in Thailand over the next 5 years, with plans for export to Norway.
Min Sen and Mazak Showcase AI-Powered Machining with INTEGREX
Min Sen and Mazak host AI-Powered Machining seminar featuring INTEGREX Multi-Tasking Machine, advancing smart manufacturing in Thailand.
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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…
Sharp Exits LCD Business, Halts Production of Large TVs
Sharp scales back its device business significantly, discontinuing large TV manufacturing, suspending operations at the Sakai plant and cutting staff.
Thailand's Vehicle Production Rebounds in May 2025 After 21 Months
Thailand’s vehicle production reached 139,186 units in May 2025, marking the first growth in 21 months. Output rose 33.51% from April and 10.32% year-on-year.
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…
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…
Flow Launches New Mach 200c, Mach 200s and EchoJet Waterjet System
Flow launches new high-pressure waterjet cutting machines: Mach 200c, Mach 200s, and EchoJet, featuring 3D and 5-axis cutting capabilities, advanced Pivot+™ cutting head, and high-…
Japan Machine Tool Orders: June 2024
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japanese machine tools in June 2024 totaled 133.82 billion yen (US$909.95 million), a 7.5% …
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.
New Mazda CX-5 Hybrid to be unveiled in 2025, addressing the EV era.
Mazda is developing a new hybrid engine for its larger SUV, the CX-5, with plans to introduce it in 2025. This move is part of a broader strategy to consolidate its current models …
Hitachi Invests in Indonesia to Expand Giant Excavator Production
Hitachi Construction Machinery will begin mass production of ultra-large hydraulic excavators with vehicle weights of 120 tons at its Indonesia factory from November.