Manufacturing: Page 13

Manufacturing sector news can be a leading indicator for supply chain managers looking for information about supplier capacity, production challenges, inventory tactics, and other operations trends. Are you a manufacturing executive looking for further coverage of the sector? See our sister publication manufacturingdive.com.


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    Biden administration issues executive order on port cybersecurity

    The order attempts to shift more ship-to-shore crane manufacturing to the U.S. amid concerns about cyber risk at port facilities.

    By David Jones • Feb. 21, 2024
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    LG Energy Solution, WesCEF expand lithium supply deal

    The partnership will supply the battery maker's North American manufacturing sites and produce more IRA-compliant vehicles.

    By Feb. 16, 2024
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    Courtesy of SSOE Group.

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    Panasonic, Novonix sign synthetic graphite supply deal

    The deal will help the battery maker as it launches its Kansas factory, which is expected to supply automakers like Tesla and Mazda.

    By Feb. 13, 2024
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    EU passes law to bolster clean energy supply chains

    The European Commission's Net-Zero Industry Act trails similar actions by U.S. legislators to prop up manufacturing.

    By Lamar Johnson • Feb. 12, 2024
  • Spirit AeroSystems ups production oversight as skepticism over quality looms

    The Boeing supplier vowed to increase inspections, improve training and add automation to its processes after last month's Alaska Airlines incident.

    By Feb. 8, 2024
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    GM, LG Chem ink $19B cathode material supply deal

    The South Korea-based chemical maker will supply the automaker with enough CAM to power 5 million EVs.

    By Feb. 7, 2024
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    Upcoming Indo-Pacific trade deal adds to US supply chain priorities

    Meant to boost collaboration and resiliency, the agreement's member countries will make their picks for key committees in the coming months.

    By Feb. 7, 2024
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    Hormel Foods names new supply chain executive

    Steve Lykken will take over as group vice president of supply chain, replacing the retiring Mark Coffey.

    By Feb. 2, 2024
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    Manufacturing ‘ready to start running again’ with demand up: PMI

    The industry is at the beginning of a possible growth cycle, but manufacturers are likely to be slow to start hiring again, economists say.

    By Feb. 1, 2024
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    From geopolitics to inflation: 2024’s supply chain trends and risks

    Companies are adjusting their strategies at every step of the supply chain to position themselves for success in the year ahead.

    By Jan. 31, 2024
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    Haribo to expand Wisconsin warehouse, nearly tripling its space

    The new site features 73 truck docks and is located within 2 miles from the gummi maker's production plant in Pleasant Prairie.

    By Jan. 30, 2024
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    General Dynamics’ aircraft production disrupted by Israel-Hamas war

    The company expects to deliver fewer Gulfstream G280 jets due to the conflict’s impact on an Israel-based supplier.

    By Jan. 30, 2024
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    Stardust Power to build lithium refinery in Oklahoma

    The company plans to turn the facility into a hub for its domestic supply chain.

    By Jan. 22, 2024
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    Lamb Weston begins ERP transition for North America operations

    The shift has involved a production pause and reduced shipping activity due to short-term inventory visibility constraints.

    By Jan. 22, 2024
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    Opinion

    Why top apparel brands fall short in supplier partnerships

    Improving supply chain working conditions requires clarity of expectations and accountability on both sides.

    By Sanchita B. Saxena • Jan. 19, 2024
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    Boeing names retired Navy admiral to lead quality inspections

    The company is also sending its own team to review supplier Spirit AeroSystems’ operations in the wake of the Alaska Airlines incident.

    By Jan. 17, 2024
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    Lawsuit claims Spirit AeroSystems allowed widespread product defects

    The suit alleges that Spirit overlooked “constant” quality failures by prioritizing production speed over quality.

    By Jan. 12, 2024
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    FAA steps up oversight of Boeing production in wake of Alaska Airlines incident

    The agency will audit the aircraft maker’s 737-9 Max production line and suppliers like Spirit AeroSystems, which has been plagued by its own quality woes over the last year.

    By , Jan. 12, 2024
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    Circularity could reduce dependence on China for rare earths: study

    Reuse and recycling could help the U.S. meet up to 40% of its demand for materials critical to the energy transition, according to a new scientific paper.

    By Jan. 12, 2024
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    Auto suppliers sitting on surplus semiconductors, chip company says

    Mobileye said its customers amassed millions of excess units to hedge against shortages and are now working through the inventory.

    By Jan. 9, 2024
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    A look back at Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems’ turbulent year

    From quality issues to missed delivery goals, these aircraft manufacturers navigated stormy skies in 2023.

    By Jan. 9, 2024
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    Supply chain trends 2024: rising operations costs

    Labor, materials, cybersecurity and insurance spending will likely continue to increase this year.

    By Jan. 8, 2024
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    CHIPS and Science Act not enough to strengthen the semiconductor industry: CSCMP report

    The industry group's recent report stressed the need for more investment to fortify the country's chip supply.

    By Jan. 5, 2024
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    Inside the geographic transformation of supply chains

    Lead times, cost pressures and geopolitical risks are just a few reasons why companies are making operational changes.

    By Jan. 3, 2024
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    Manufacturing ended the year in a lull, but optimism up for 2024: PMI

    The industry could enter growth mode as early as March, economists say. 

    By Jan. 3, 2024