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Saab is developing a new production facility of just over 80,000 square metres in Hedenstorp outside Jönköping, Sweden, with move-in planned for 2029–2030. Property developer Vectura has signed a lease agreement with Saab and will develop the facility for long-term ownership, according to a press release from Vectura.

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Finnish EMS provider Scanfil has implemented a fully automated test cell at its Wutha production site in Germany. The solution combines robotics and process control to automate the testing and sorting of electronic assemblies.

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Japanese electronics company Renesas has opened a new Physical AI & Robotics Lab in Beijing, China, aimed at supporting the development, demonstration and validation of next-generation robotic systems.

US automotive supplier Lear Corporation plans to cease production at its facility in Gründau, Germany, relocating manufacturing to Slovakia, Serbia and Tunisia. Around 180 jobs will be lost, with the phase-out expected to begin immediately and complete by mid-2027. Approximately 120 engineering positions will remain at the site, according to IG Metall.

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South Korean inspection solutions provider Koh Young Technology is building a second production centre at its Yeoju complex in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, targeting completion in August 2027. The new 12,800 square-metre facility will double the company's total production capacity.

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EMS provider ESCATEC has established an in-house capability to manufacture plastic components from BPA-free resins at its Johor Bahru facility in Malaysia. The capability targets customers in food and beverage, medical technology and other applications requiring stringent material controls.

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Finnish smart ring maker Oura is facing a proposed class action lawsuit filed in a US federal court on August 20 by California law firm Clarkson Law Firm. The lawsuit alleges that the company's marketing claims about its sleep tracking capabilities are false and misleading.

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With the opening of its Lansing facility, LG Energy Solution now operates two facilities in Michigan, located in Holland and Lansing. The South Korean company has invested more than USD 5 billion total in the state of Michigan since 2010.

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Kitron has officially opened its new production facility at Longum outside Arendal in Norway, adding approximately 7,500 square metres of manufacturing space. Together with the existing Kilsund site nearby, the two facilities employ approximately 550 people.

German EMS provider Zollner has officially opened an expansion of its Cartago facility in Costa Rica, adding approximately 10,000 square metres of operational space. The expansion is expected to create around 500 additional jobs by 2030 and forms part of the company's Americas 2030 strategy.

Finnish technology company Donut Lab has acquired nanomaterials company Nordic Nano Group, with the entire team transferring to Donut Lab. The acquisition brings together both companies' intellectual property, technology and staff under one roof.

Norwegian EMS provider Kitron has revised its full-year 2026 revenue outlook upward to EUR 1,050–1,150 million, from a previous range of EUR 900–1,050 million. Operating profit guidance is revised to EUR 97–112 million, from EUR 84–108 million.

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Nordson Test & Inspection has opened a new Centre of Excellence in Phoenix, Arizona, in the United States. The purpose-built facility serves as a demonstration, training and testing centre for the company's semiconductor and SMT inspection and metrology solutions.

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The project will supply energy to Haryana Power Purchase Centre (HPPC), Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) and Noida Power Company Limited (NPCL).

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The smart telematics solution integrates the communications module and multiple antennas into a single unit. LG Electronics has already commenced deliveries to a European automaker, marking the solution’s first deployment in a production vehicle in Europe.

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This investment will significantly expand production capacity for post-CMP cleaners used in the manufacturing of advanced semiconductors, including those for AI applications, for which demand is growing rapidly.

Siemens expands manufacturing capacity with two new factories in US, producing the critical electrical backbone for AI infrastructure. Investments strengthen a global portfolio spanning power distribution, automation, digital twins, EDA and industrial AI

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The upgraded facility positions the company to support both current production and future engine platform opportunities. The company is also strategically insourcing key manufacturing processes to enhance production agility.

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Samsung SDI has signed a new joint development agreement with General Motors for next-generation prismatic batteries, while simultaneously acquiring GM's 49.99% stake in their joint venture SynergyCells in New Carlisle, Indiana. The plant will initially be used for energy storage system production rather than electric vehicle batteries.

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At its existing site in Yen Binh, the German company will build a new air separation unit capable of producing 600 metric tons per day of nitrogen, oxygen and argon. Additionally, Messer will build a new nitrogen liquefier at its site in Song Cong.

EMS provider Flex and AI systems company Cerebras have expanded their manufacturing partnership to increase production of the Cerebras CS-3 AI accelerator system at Flex's Milpitas, California facility. Production capacity is expected to grow approximately seven times through 2026.

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TT Electronics has signed a multi-million pound lifetime contract with Rolls-Royce to supply power electronics for all large civil aircraft engines. The agreement covers TT Electronics' multi-chip power modules and precision magnetics, manufactured at its Bedlington and Barnstaple facilities in the United Kingdom.

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Forge Nano has broken ground on a major expansion of its lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility in Morrisville, North Carolina, in the United States. The project, backed by up to USD 100 million from the US Department of Energy, will expand the site to nearly 315,000 square feet and establish up to 3 GWh of annual battery cell manufacturing capacity.

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US EMS provider NEOTech has completed the acquisition of Virtex, a provider of high-reliability electronics manufacturing services focused on the defence market.

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The 21,500 sqm HVAC production line in Gwangju, Korea is scheduled to begin operations upon completion by 2028. It will manufacture HVAC products from FläktGroup, which was acquired by Samsung Electronics last year.

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CACI International has opened a 61,000-square-foot Manufacturing Centre of Excellence for Defence Electronics in the Greater Rochester area in New York, in the United States. The facility increases CACI's manufacturing space by more than 300% and will serve as the primary production hub for the company's electronic warfare technologies.

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Danish defence technology company Terma and Airbus Helicopters have signed a memorandum of understanding to expand their industrial partnership. The agreement covers advanced manufacturing, electronic warfare system integration, research and development, and maintenance, repair and overhaul services.

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Incap Germany has commissioned a new SEHO SelectLine-C 500 selective soldering system at its Karlsfeld facility, expanding production capacity and automation capabilities for through-hole technology components.

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Compal Electronics has opened its Daxi AI Server Manufacturing Centre in Taoyuan, Taiwan, following a total investment of NTD 4.03 billion, approximately EUR 108.95 million. The facility is expected to double Compal's AI server production capacity and adds rack-level manufacturing capabilities.

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Semtech has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its cellular module business to Compal Electronics for USD 62 million in cash. The transaction is expected to close in Q4 of Semtech's 2027 fiscal year, subject to regulatory approvals.

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Danish defence and aerospace company Terma and Austrian battery manufacturer Danube Cell Manufacturing have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore joint opportunities in battery development, testing and validation. The collaboration targets aerospace and defence applications.

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Representing an investment of USD 310 million, the factory is LG’s second home appliance production base in Brazil. The new facility spans 770,000 square meters and has an annual production capacity of approximately 600,000 refrigerators.

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