Spaceflux raises €6.2 million to boost space awareness tech
August 25, 2025
The new capital will enable the London-based startup to scale its global sensor network, upgrade its flagship Cortex analytics platform and expand commercial delivery of its tracking services to satellite operators, insurers and government agencies worldwide.
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Amber Group acquires controlling stake in Unitronics
August 20, 2025
The Electronic Division of Indian Amber Group, IL JIN Electronics, has entered into definitive agreements to acquire a controlling stake in Israel-based Unitronics.
SoftBank to invest USD 2 billion in Intel
August 19, 2025
Japanese SoftBank Group and US chip manufacturer Intel Corporation have entered into a definitive securities purchase agreement under which SoftBank will invest USD 2 billion in Intel common stock.
Metro Weather raises $5.7M to advance Doppler LiDAR tech
August 19, 2025
The Japan-based startup will use the funds to continue the development of Doppler LiDAR technology to observe wind conditions in real time, and to accelerate commercialization efforts aimed at expanding into defense and civilian sectors.
Japan’s Interstellar secures $62 million in Series F Funding
August 18, 2025
Interstellar is advancing the vertical integration of its launch vehicle and satellite communications businesses. The company is developing its orbital launch vehicle, ZERO, and was selected for Phase 3 of the Japanese government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program.
Mujin partners with integrators to expand adoption of its robotics OS
August 18, 2025
With MujinOS in their toolkit, robotics system integrators are empowered to address high-mix production needs, solve unstructured logistics challenges, and reduce time-to-value for their customers.
Zelestra, EDP sign solar + BESS hybrid PPA in Spain
August 15, 2025
This agreement will allow Zelestra to build a project consisting of 170 MWdc of solar capacity and 400 MWh of battery storage in Extremadura, Spain.
TXR, iRAYPLE partner to advance robot automation technology
August 15, 2025
TXR Robotics will combine its robot control (FMS) and SLAM-based autonomous driving technology with iRAYPLE’s high-precision machine vision to implement ‘intelligent robot automation solutions’ optimized for industrial sites through technical cooperation and localization.
PTC, Kineco to co-develop aerospace components and structures
August 15, 2025
The collaboration between the two Indian companies brings together PTC’s expertise in high-integrity castings and materials like titanium and superalloys and Kineco’s capabilities in lightweight composite structures for aerospace and defence applications.
Exail to supply navigation systems for naval UUVs to US firm
August 15, 2025
Offering precise navigation capabilities, the Phins Compact Inertial Navigation System (INS) ensures reliable performance in demanding environments and remains resilient to external signal disruptions.
Eutelsat, Tata’s Nelco to offer LEO connectivity across India
August 14, 2025
Under the agreement, OneWeb India Communications, Eutelsat’s local operating entity, will partner with Nelco to deliver secure, low-latency Low Earth Orbit (LEO) connectivity for customers on land, at sea, and in the air.
Artifex Interior Systems to acquire IAC Slovakia
August 12, 2025
Artifex Interior Systems is the British subsidiary of India’s Tata AutoComp. This acquisition enhances Artifex’s existing offerings, marks the beginning of its European expansion, and supports its ambitious growth plans to become the valued partner of choice.
Zapi expands electric drive charging with acquisition of Stercom
August 08, 2025
This expansion in capabilities reinforces Italy-based Zapi Group’s expertise in electric drive and industrial automation solutions that will accelerate innovation and deliver more comprehensive solutions to the market.
Ventec breaks ground on new Thai factory – mass production scheduled for 2026
August 07, 2025
Ventec International Group has officially broken ground on a new manufacturing facility in the Hi-Tech Industrial Park in Ayutthaya, Thailand. Covering approximately 35,000 square meters, the plant is strategically located about an hour from both Bangkok Airport and the port.
Tata AutoComp, Ichikoh form JV to acquire Valeo’s lighting business
August 06, 2025
Tata and Ichikoh are in talks to finalise an agreement to acquire Valeo Lighting Systems (VLS), a business unit of Valeo India Private Limited.
Exception PCB returns to British ownership
August 05, 2025
Wright Industries has acquired Exception PCB Ltd, bringing the PCB manufacturer back into UK ownership. The company will operate as part of the Connexion Technologies group, which is owned by Wright Industries.
Cicor completes acquisition of Spanish company MADES
August 04, 2025
MADES employs around 100 people and generated sales of approximately EUR 29 million in the 2024 financial year. The company focuses on electronics solutions for the A&D market, which accounts for the majority of its revenue.
Swift secures $50M to enhance adoption of accurate satellite positioning
August 04, 2025
Traditional Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), such as GPS, provide positioning with an accuracy range of 3 to 10 meters. Swift’s Skylark Precise Positioning Service is a cloud-based service that corrects errors in GNSS signals, improving accuracy by 100x—to centimeter level.
India’s Amber Group acquires ‘controlling stake’ in Unitronics
August 04, 2025
Amber Group's subsidiary ILJIN Electronics India has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire approximately 40.24% of the issued and outstanding share capital of Unitronics.
Rigaku launches XTRAIA XD-3300 mass production for chip market
August 01, 2025
XTRAIA XD-3300 is capable of performing of direct, non-destructive diffraction measurements of superlattice structures with the highest resolution on microscopic pads on wafers.
Altilium secures $1.3M to advance circular EV battery supply chain
August 01, 2025
The funding will fast-track the development of a functioning prototype designed specifically for safe, sustainable and cost-efficient collection and transportation of large volumes of end-of-life EV batteries, supporting the development of a circular economy for EV batteries in the UK.
Schneider Electric to take full ownership of India unit for €5.5 billion
July 31, 2025
Schneider Electric will acquire the remaining 35% of Schneider Electric India Private Limited (SEIPL) from Temasek for an all-cash consideration of €5.5 billion. This transaction represents the next step in Schneider’s strategic investment focus on India.
European components distribution slowdown continues in 2nd quarter
July 31, 2025
Semiconductor distribution sales in Europe experienced a significant decline of 14%, amounting to €2.20 billion. Among the major countries, Austria faced again the steepest drop with a decrease of almost 37%, followed by France with a reduction of 20%.
Safran finalises acquisition of Collins flight controls business
July 30, 2025
The acquired business employs approximately 4,000 people across eight main facilities in Europe (UK, Italy and France) and Asia, and has activities in Poland, USA and India.
Godrej’s aerospace unit signs manufacturing deal with Pratt & Whitney
July 28, 2025
The agreement will significantly expand Indian group Godrej’s offerings in aircraft engine applications, both in terms of technology and production volumes.
Bedrock Robotics emerges from stealth with $80 million in funding
July 25, 2025
By integrating with existing construction machines and workflows, the Bedrock Operator powers machines with expert capabilities, empowering builders with the ability to work around the clock, accelerate project schedules, increase profitability and safety, and track progress on jobs.
STMicro to buy part of NXP’s sensor business for up to $950 million
July 25, 2025
The MEMS sensors portfolio to be acquired by ST primarily targets automotive safety sensors, both passive (airbags) and active (vehicle dynamics), as well as monitoring sensors (TPMS1, engine management, convenience, and security).
Broadcom ships Ethernet switch Tomahawk Ultra for HPC and AI scale-up
July 24, 2025
With ultra-low latency switching and adaptable optimized Ethernet headers, Tomahawk Ultra provides predictable, high-efficiency performance for large-scale simulations, scientific computing and synchronized AI model training and inference.
CaoCao teams up with Geespace to enhance robotaxi safety
July 24, 2025
Both Chinese companies plan to explore the application of global satellite communication and high-precision positioning technologies for managing and operating robotaxi fleets.
Zollner Elektronik celebrates 60 years of being in business
July 23, 2025
Today the family-led company, headquartered in Zandt, Germany, is a leading EMS provider. With global presence, a broad spectrum of services and high-level technological expertise, Zollner sees itself as a reliable strategic partner along the entire value-added chain.
Hungarian EMS provider Videoton acquires stake in Limtronik
July 23, 2025
Through this transaction, the Videoton Group, a privately owned, family-run Hungarian contract manufacturer, establishes a production presence in Germany and the US.
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