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Industrial Machinery
Manufacturing Patel Engineering Joint Venture Secures ₹126 Crore Tasgaon Lift Irrigation Project in Maharashtra
Patel Engineering Ltd, via a joint venture, has received a Letter of Award from Maharashtra Krishna Valley Development Corporation for the Tasgaon Lift Irrigation Scheme valued at ₹126.37 crore. PEL's share is 51% (₹64.45 crore). The project will develop irrigation infrastructure covering 2,277 hectares across six villages in Satara district, with completion scheduled in 48 months.
Manufacturing Hengli on Track to Deliver 160 Ships in 2028, Becoming One of Shipping's Biggest Builders in Four Years
Chinese shipbuilder Hengli, which acquired the former STX Dalian yard in 2022, is projected to deliver at least 160 ships in 2028, according to SSY analysis. With a 395-firm order backlog of 12.2m cgt and a $1.9bn expansion, it has become one of the world's largest privately owned shipbuilders. The yard's rapid ascent reflects the scarcity of prompt newbuilding slots and strong local government support.
The factory floor ran out of people, and no hiring strategy will fix it
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Manufacturing Ukraine's Ambitious Drone Production Plans
Ukraine plans to produce 20 million military drones annually, potentially surpassing global leaders like China and Russia. This ambitious goal depends on $60 billion in allied support.
Manufacturing Electrical Issues Delay Tata Steel's £1.25bn Furnace Project
Tata Steel's £1.25bn electric furnace project in Port Talbot is delayed by up to eight months due to electrical connectivity issues. The company is working with the National Grid to resolve the problem.
Manufacturing India's Manufacturing Surge: Atmanirbhar Bharat's Global Impact
India is positioning itself as a global manufacturing leader under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. With a focus on quality and ease of doing business, the country aims to enhance its manufacturing competitiveness.
Manufacturing New Indices to Illuminate Informal Manufacturing Sector
The Indian government is set to introduce new indices to measure production in the informal manufacturing and services sectors. This initiative aims to provide more accurate economic data, reflecting the true state of these sectors post-economic shocks.
Manufacturing Tractor Demand Surges with 11.6% Rise in Registrations
India's tractor registrations increased by 11.6% in May 2026, reaching 81,776 units. This growth is attributed to strong rural cash flows and replacement demand, with Mahindra & Mahindra, TAFE, and International Tractors leading the market.
Manufacturing BHEL wins Rs 2,000 crore order from Nigerian firm
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Manufacturing Ernakulam KVK Boosts Reed Handicraft with Mechanisation
The Ernakulam Krishi Vigyan Kendra has introduced mechanisation in reed handicraft production, significantly increasing productivity. The new technology allows a single worker to produce in 2.5 hours what previously took four workers a full day.
Manufacturing China's Manufacturing PMI Dips: A Cause for Concern?
China's manufacturing PMI fell to 50.0% in May, indicating a potential slowdown in industrial activity. Large enterprises showed resilience with a PMI of 51.1%, while medium and small enterprises faced contraction. Rising raw material costs due to geopolitical tensions are impacting production.
Manufacturing Factory Output Surges 4.9% in April, Manufacturing Expands 6.2%
India's industrial production rose by 4.9% in April 2026, driven by a 6.2% expansion in manufacturing. The new IIP series with a base year of 2022-23 reflects a more comprehensive industrial activity measure.
Manufacturing Manufacturers Boost US Production with $3.6B Investments
US manufacturers are investing over $3.6 billion in new projects, including Toyota's $2 billion expansion in Texas and Walmart's $350 million milk plant. These investments aim to strengthen supply chains and increase production capacity.