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The 15-person startup is holding initial discussions with Toyota Motor Corp, Sony Group Corp, Honda Motor Co, Nissan Motor Co and Mitsui Chemicals Inc to pitch them on how artificial intelligence can advance manufacturing processes. — Photo by Possessed Photography on Unsplash A Silicon Valley-born AI startup is turning to Japan to prove AI can reshape one of the world’s largest industrial robot supply chains. Integral AI Inc, a five-year-old company founded by former Google

The logo of ABB is pictured at the Global Industrie exhibition in Villepinte near Paris, France, March 26, 2024. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier ABB's robotics business has partnered with Nvidia to narrow the gap between how industrial robots perform in virtual simulations and how they behave on factory floors, the companies said on Monday. Swiss-based ABB will use Nvidia's Omniverse libraries of simulated data to make its training environments more realistic by incorporating details

Unified system addresses compatibility risks and delivers an integrated experience between battery, charger and forklift Hyster announces lithium-ion batteries and chargers that are purpose-built for Hyster forklifts, providing a unified system that delivers peak performance and efficiency, backed by the one-stop-shop convenience and expertise of Hyster® dealers. The integrated power solutions reduce the risk of software mismatches, faults and charging errors that can be c

From self-adjusting blinds to responsive cooling, autonomous buildings are already here. By combining Tata Communications’ Digital Fabric with Johnson Controls’ OpenBlue, this partnership is advancing AI-driven building management. Behind every autonomous environment is a digital backbone that enables systems to communicate, respond and adapt in real time. (Photos: Shutterstock, Tata Communications) In a growing number of offices, schools and residential developments, systems

Employees work on a production line manufacturing electronic products at a factory of Agilian Technology, in Dongguan, Guangdong province, China March 16, 2026. REUTERS/Tingshu WangTingshu Wang President Donald Trump's tariffs sought to hurt Chinese manufacturing, but for one electronics maker, a turbulent 2025 ended with a belief that China is a location that is difficult to replicate — as long as things don't change too drastically. Agilian Technology, which makes products

Analysts remain optimistic about Malaysia's industrial production index (IPI), which expanded at a steady 3.1 per cent, although it fell short of the median consensus forecast of 3.5 per cent due to a sharper decline in mining output. Kenanga Research has upgraded its 2026 manufacturing IPI growth projection following stronger-than-expected production performance in the first quarter of 2026 (Q1), a momentum expected to continue into the second quarter (Q2). The firm revised

Penang recorded RM22.4 billion in approved manufacturing investments in 2025, a 29 per cent increase from 2024, reinforcing the state’s position as a key industrial hub despite global economic uncertainties. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said Penang ranked third among the highest contributors of approved manufacturing investments nationwide, accounting for 17 per cent of Malaysia’s total. He said these investments involve 232 projects, expected to generate 24,633 new job oppor

The Penang Port Commission (PPC) is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East to ensure potential disruptions to global shipping do not affect Penang's semiconductor supply chain and broader logistics network. PPC chairman Datuk Yeoh Soon Hin said the commission recently met with the North Malaysia Shipping Agents Association (NMSAA) to assess how the ongoing regional conflict could impact international shipping operations and logistics flows linked to Penang. He sai

By Ir. Ts. Prof. Dr. Chee-Fai Tan Vice President (Technology), Malaysia Association for Sustainable Supply Chain & Innovation (MASSCI) Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Kuala Lumpur University of Science & Technology (KLUST) For much of the last decade, “supply chain control towers” were sold as the pinnacle of maturity: unify data, monitor events, and give leaders end-to-end visibility. That promise delivered real value—especially for organizations operating across multiple ASEAN coun

Malaysia’s manufacturing sector showed signs of stabilisation in the second half of 2025 following earlier weakness. NSTP/ROHANIS SHUKRI Malaysia's manufacturing sector showed signs of stabilisation in the second half of 2025 following earlier weakness, the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) said. President Jacob Lee Chor Kok said the sector is entering a stabilisation phase rather than a broad-based recovery. "While key indicators are improving, demand remains fragi

MEIF Opens Applications for Manufacturing Excellence Mission 2026 to Sweden. Across manufacturing industries, investments in automation, digital systems and sustainability continue to accelerate. Manufacturers today have access to a growing range of technologies, solution providers, financing mechanisms and support programmes designed to improve productivity and competitiveness. Yet technology alone rarely explains why some organisations consistently outperform their peers. A

Benefits from Johor’s economic development will be felt across all 10 of the state’s districts through the implementation of the Johor Economic Transformation Plan (JETP), said Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.- Bernama pic Benefits from Johor's economic development will be felt across all 10 of the state's districts through the implementation of the Johor Economic Transformation Plan (JETP), said Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi. The menteri besar said that although th

With global investments totalling €124.4 million, igus strengthens fast supply chains, customer proximity and competitiveness At a time when global conflicts and economic uncertainty are slowing down many industries, the power to innovate remains essential for growth and competitiveness. With 227 new motion plastics products, igus proves that innovations can emerge precisely when conditions are difficult. To achieve further growth, the company has invested heavily in new infr

The government has identified and is supporting the establishment of more than six local integrated circuit design firms, a critical step toward owning “Made by Malaysia” technology intellectual property (IP). – NSTP pic The government has identified and is supporting the establishment of more than six local integrated circuit design firms, a critical step toward owning "Made by Malaysia" technology intellectual property (IP). The Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (Miti

IQ Group Holdings Bhd has announced the closure of its wholly owned subsidiary IQ Group Sdn Bhd’s (IQM) manufacturing operations on May 5, 2026 Lighting and security manufacturer IQ Group Holdings Bhd has announced the closure of its wholly owned subsidiary IQ Group Sdn Bhd's (IQM) manufacturing operations on May 5, 2026. This follows the completion of the final production batch with no further orders thereafter, it said in a filing with Bursa Malaysia. It said the closure w

iCents Group Holdings Bhd has bagged a RM34.5 million contract to undertake a subcontract project for one data centre development. In a statement, iCents Group said its wholly-owned subsidiary VC Engineering Sdn Bhd had accepted a letter of award (LOA) from a local construction company to undertake the project. The subcontract involves the supply, delivery, installation, testing and commissioning, as well as maintenance of air-conditioning and mechanical ventilation (ACMV) sy