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The global footwear and apparel industry is reeling from significant supply chain disruptions following the United States’ imposition of steep new tariffs on key manufacturing nations. Under the leadership of President Donald Trump, the U.S. has announced a 46% reciprocal tariff on goods from Vietnam, alongside tariffs of 49% on Cambodia, 34% on China, and 32% on Indonesia. This aggressive escalation in the ongoing trade war has sent shockwaves through global markets and deeply impacted industry giants. Vietnam, a major manufacturing hub, is at the center of the disruption. Nearly 50% of Nike’s global footwear and 39% of Adidas’ shoes…

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC) has acquired Fleet Canada Inc., a Fort Erie-based aerospace manufacturer, to strengthen production capabilities and expand in-house expertise. Fleet operates a 500,000 ft² facility in Southern Ontario and has been a key supplier for DHC and other OEMs. This acquisition allows DHC to bring critical manufacturing processes—such as metal-to-metal bonding and advanced composites—in-house, reducing reliance on outsourcing. Fleet currently produces components for the Twin Otter, De Havilland Canadair 515, and Dash 8 aircraft, with plans to scale production as new machinery and staff are added. The move aligns with DHC’s strategy to maintain its…

In a proud moment for Australian industry, ANCA CNC Machines’ visionary co-founders, Pat Boland and Pat McCluskey, have been awarded the prestigious Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM). The honour, presented by Her Excellency, Professor the Honourable Margaret Gardner AC, Governor of Victoria, recognizes their outstanding contributions to manufacturing. 50 Years of Innovation: ANCA’s Global Impact Founded in 1974 in Melbourne, ANCA has grown from a small garage startup into a world leader in CNC grinding machines, revolutionizing the cutting tool industry with automation, precision, and groundbreaking innovations. Today, ANCA exports to over 45 countries, with operations spanning Europe,…

Tillomed Laboratories, a subsidiary of Emcure Pharmaceuticals and a leading European pharma company, has entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement (APA) with UK-based Manx Healthcare Limited and its subsidiaries Manx Pharma and Manx Generics (collectively Manx). Under the APA, Tillomed will acquire Manx’s product portfolio inclusive of relevant Dossiers, Marketing Authorisations, Intellectual Property (collectively Intellectual Properties) and the relevant stocks for around £ 19.7 mn (including £ 4.7mn for inventory) of which £ 6.2 mn will be upfront and rest as milestone payments over the next 18 months. The deal marks a strategic milestone for Tillomed and will strengthen the…

Tata Electronics has appointed KC Ang as the President and Head of its *Foundry business – Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing. He will report to *Randhir Thakur, CEO & MD of Tata Electronics, and lead the company’s semiconductor manufacturing operations. KC Ang brings over 30 years of experience in the foundry industry, having previously served as President – Asia and Chairman – China at *Global Foundries, a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing. His expertise spans *fab start-up, operations, technology transfer, and industry relationship management. Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Ang stated, “The Indian semiconductor industry is at a pivotal stage…

India’s manufacturing sector saw a significant boost in March, reaching an eight-month high, driven by strong demand, increased factory orders, and higher production levels, according to a recent survey. The HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to *58.1 in March, up from **56.3 in February, signaling a *substantial improvement in the sector’s health and staying above its long-term average. This marks a strong recovery from February’s 14-month low, when new orders and production had slowed. A PMI score above 50 indicates *expansion, while below *50 signals *contraction. The survey highlighted that new orders, a key sub-component, grew at…

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Build Your Dreams (BYD) has dismissed reports claiming it is establishing a manufacturing facility in India. Recent media reports suggested that BYD was planning to set up a plant in Hyderabad for local EV production, but the company has refuted these claims. According to The Bridge Chronicle, BYD clarified that while it continues to explore opportunities in India, it has no concrete plans to set up a manufacturing facility in Hyderabad or elsewhere. The company emphasized that any future investments would depend on market conditions and regulatory assessments. Recent reports also speculated that BYD would…

Foxconn is set to manufacture 25-30 million Apple iPhones at its Indian facilities this year, more than doubling last year’s production of approximately 12 million units. This expansion aligns with Apple’s strategy to strengthen its manufacturing footprint in India and diversify its global supply chain, according to sources familiar with the plans. The Taiwanese electronics giant has been conducting limited trial operations at its Bengaluru plant for the past three to four months, signaling significant progress in its Indian expansion. “With the Bengaluru facility developing rapidly, Foxconn has set higher production targets, in line with Apple’s growing presence in India,”.…

Accenture and Siemens have launched the Accenture Siemens Business Group, a newly established joint unit aimed at developing software-defined products and manufacturing processes, with a strong focus on agentic AI. Announced at Hannover Messe 2025, this initiative extends the companies’ strategic partnership and will employ 7,000 professionals worldwide with expertise in manufacturing and IT. The group will drive innovation in software-defined factories by combining industrial technology with AI-driven engineering and manufacturing solutions. Leveraging Siemens’ Xcelerator portfolio for automation, industrial AI, and software, alongside Accenture’s expertise in data and AI, the initiative aims to help companies transform their engineering and manufacturing…

PepsiCo, the global snack and beverage giant, is making a significant investment in Tamil Nadu by establishing a new manufacturing plant in Mannapparai, near Tiruchirapalli. The company has secured 28 acres in the Sipcot Industrial Park, where it will produce a range of snack items, including its popular potato chips. This move aligns with PepsiCo India’s broader strategy to scale up its snack manufacturing operations across the country. Interestingly, Mannapparai is already renowned for its traditional ‘murukku,’ a crunchy South Indian delicacy. The Tamil Nadu government is actively working to develop the region into a major food park, creating opportunities…