Archive snapshot · Industrials
Fri, Aug 28, 9:32 PM ET
SpaceX plans $100B spaceport and propellant facility in Louisiana
The massive investment on former ExxonMobil land includes a propellant production facility and vehicle processing for SpaceX operations.
Manufacturing Dive
Lam Research breaks ground on AI semiconductor lab in Oregon
The lab is part of a $3 billion global investment to accelerate breakthroughs in AI chips.
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Industry rejects Bill Gates' call for a tax on robots and AI
Gates argues the current tax system incentivizes replacing humans with machines, but critics say a robot tax would hurt productivity and competitiveness.
Manufacturing Dive
US-Canada trade war poses sourcing risks for agriculture and consumer goods
Industry groups warn that tit-for-tat tariffs could hike costs for goods from ski jackets to agricultural products and packaging materials.
Supply Chain Dive
Hyundai seeks to diversify revenue with latest robotics acquisition
The company plans to expand its robotics testing and validation center tenfold and invest in U.S. commercial production.
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New York City bill could shake up Amazon, FedEx delivery operations
The Delivery Protection Act aims to hold Amazon accountable but a report warns it could raise shipping costs and slow service in the city.
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Packaging sector braces for US-Canada trade war impacts
Trade associations for fiber, metal and glass packaging warn of higher costs affecting supply chains in both countries.
Supply Chain Dive
UPS preps higher holiday surcharges for 2026
The added fees start as early as Sept. 27 as UPS prepares for a 24% volume jump from Q3 to Q4.
Supply Chain Dive
DOE proposes $10M for critical minerals research and development
Funding will target heavy rare earths, gallium, copper and other critical minerals used in key energy technologies.
Manufacturing Dive
Lenovo ramps up regional manufacturing amid chip shortage and tariff risks
The computer maker doubled capacity at its U.S. plant and started production at its Saudi Arabia campus to mitigate risks.
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Jim Beam maker names Manuel Cabanas as next chief supply chain officer
Cabanas, a 26-year veteran of Suntory Global Spirits, will oversee manufacturing, distribution and operations globally.
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Corona and Modelo maker names Alex Alvarez supply chain lead for beer division
Alvarez joins Constellation Brands from Suntory Global Spirits and Brown-Forman as chief supply chain officer for the beer unit.
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