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Pilot confirms technical recovery of automotive plastics
The Global Impact Coalition has run a pilot that has demonstrated recovery of automotive plastics but has identified structural value chain barriers to commercial scaling; Phase 2 has engaged OEMs and suppliers to address economics, automation and design for circularity.
WBG Pilot Line to Advance Europe's Semiconductor Capacity
The EU has launched a distributed WBG pilot line to accelerate commercialisation of SiC, GaN and emerging UWBG semiconductors, aiming to strengthen Europe’s value chain, reduce costs and support electrification and telecom applications through lab-to-fab industrialisation.
Finalists for 2026 Australian Construction Achievement Award
Seven projects worth more than $17 billion have been named ACAA finalists and have showcased contract models prioritising early contractor involvement, clearer risk allocation and outcome-focused commercial settings, facilitating collaboration across education, transport, health, aviation, marine and disaster-recovery sectors.
Cummins raises 2030 targets, expands engine and power capex
Cummins has raised its 2030 financial targets and has announced expanded large-engine capacity and product investments to strengthen its position in mining and power generation markets, and has reaffirmed its strategy and capital allocation priorities.
ChargeLab and ChargerHelp partner to improve EV uptime
ChargeLab and ChargerHelp have formed a reseller partnership to integrate real‑time monitoring with field maintenance, have established unified orchestration for ticketing and diagnostics, and have sought to reduce Mean Time to Repair and raise public EV charger uptime towards 99%.
Stellantis and Dongfeng form European JV for Voyah
Stellantis and Dongfeng have signed a non-binding MOU to form a Europe-headquartered joint venture, with 51/49 stakes, to manage Voyah NEV sales, distribution, procurement, manufacturing and R&D and to explore local production in France.
Stellantis, Dongfeng to produce Peugeot and Jeep NEVs
Stellantis and Dongfeng have signed a strategic agreement to invest over 8 billion yuan to produce Peugeot and Jeep new-energy vehicles in Wuhan from 2027, with Jeep models designated for global export and Peugeot for domestic and overseas sales.
Sponsors announced for 2026 Women in Industry Awards
The 2026 Women in Industry Awards, scheduled for 18 June in Sydney, have been supported by sponsors including Atlas Copco Group as Principal Partner, Australian Power Equipment (Platinum), Kenter and Grundfos (Gold), and the Australian Flexible Pavement Association.
22 kW bidirectional on-board charger in 4-litre package
A European consortium has been developing a 22 kW bidirectional on-board charger in a 4-litre package using monolithically integrated GaN semiconductors, supported by €33.7m of EU and member-state funding.
FlixBus and Green Drive launch electric intercity buses
FlixBus and Green Drive Mobility have partnered to introduce electric intercity bus services on the Vijayawada-Visakhapatnam corridor, deploying four electric buses initially and integrating FlixBus's digital ticketing with Green Drive's fleet operations for expansion in South India.
Stellantis expands partnership with Leapmotor
Stellantis has expanded its strategic partnership with Leapmotor, has planned production of a model for Europe in 2028 and has agreed joint development of an Opel electric SUV to be built in Zaragoza, Spain.
Endeavour Awards 2026 supported by industry sponsors
Manufacturers’ Monthly has presented the 2026 Endeavour Awards, which have been supported by industry sponsors and a collaboration with Australian Manufacturing Week, and organisers have reported increased industry engagement and sold-out attendance in Brisbane.
Zubie-PurCo integrate telematics for rental inspections
Zubie and PurCo have announced an integration that has enabled PurInspect to ingest Zubie Sense telematics — location, mileage, impact and smoke detection — providing rental operators with earlier, data-driven damage detection and streamlined inspection workflows.
SAM Act proposes federal changes for autonomous buses
Representative Kevin Kiley has introduced the SAM Act, which has proposed amending federal grant rules, funding testing and establishing a $100 million programme to accelerate deployment of ADS‑equipped buses within public transit networks.
Fleetio to sponsor 23XI Racing at Coca‑Cola 600
Fleetio has joined 23XI Racing as primary partner for the Coca‑Cola 600, bringing its maintenance platform to the No. 67 entry with branding and crew uniforms, and has committed to additional associate sponsorships during the season.
Togg to produce EVs on CATL Bedrock chassis by 2027
Togg has agreed a mass‑production partnership with CATL to co‑develop three B‑segment models on the Bedrock skateboard chassis, with the first having been scheduled for mass production in 2027. CATL has supplied the integrated intelligent chassis and technical specifications.
Built and Wesfarmers form modular housing joint venture
Built and Wesfarmers have launched Built Living, an offsite manufacturing joint venture in Western Australia that has been established to scale modular apartment production, has aimed to reduce construction costs and has set initial output for 2028.
KATSANA and MARA Liner sign fleet digitalisation MoU
KATSANA has signed an MoU with MARA Liner to implement a unified fleet management and CMMS platform, aimed at enhancing visibility, preventive maintenance and operational efficiency across MARA Liner’s bus and heavy vehicle operations.
BMI invests C$200m in Rock Tech's Red Rock plant
BMI has committed C$200m to support development of Rock Tech’s Red Rock lithium converter in Ontario. The companies have agreed initial funding lines of up to C$30m, and Rock Tech has retained project control; a Siemens partnership has been established.
Volkswagen considers China-developed EVs for Europe
Volkswagen has said it has considered bringing China-developed electric vehicles to Europe, has presented several China-only models and has reported a drop in first-quarter operating profit amid intensified competition and weaker demand.
ZF Aftermarket emphasises remanufacturing benefits
ZF Aftermarket has said its remanufacturing portfolio has improved parts availability, supported sustainability objectives and strengthened supply‑chain resilience, citing a five‑facility North American network including a 289,000 sq ft Vernon Hills site.
Source forms maintenance partnership with Siemens and Evolt
Source has partnered with Siemens eMobility and Evolt Charging to establish a unified maintenance model for its UK and Ireland EV charging network, combining Siemens hardware supply with Evolt's nationwide field engineering and single-point maintenance coordination.
Quartix partners with Autoglass to reduce fleet glass costs
Quartix and Autoglass have formed a partnership that has provided Quartix customers with discounted windscreen repair and replacement services, nationwide mobile support and pre-applied fleet accounts available from the start of tracking subscriptions.
VUE HFR Cameras Improve Telehandler Fleet Safety
VUE's HFR cameras have been deployed on UK Forks' telehandler fleet and have produced company-reported reductions in safety alerts and accidental impacts, while site analyses have indicated lower repair costs and improved fleet availability.
CATL and HyperStrong sign 60 GWh sodium‑ion battery deal
CATL and HyperStrong have signed a three‑year agreement for 60 GWh of sodium‑ion batteries, have positioned the technology for commercial deployment and have cited manufacturing advances and supply‑chain compatibility to support large‑scale energy‑storage applications.
Mazda aims for JV to sell more NEVs than ICE cars
Mazda has reported that its Changan JV has achieved a 47% NEV share in Q1 and has delivered 91,061 units year to March, exceeding internal estimates, and has positioned the joint venture to potentially sell more NEVs than combustion cars.
Toyota and CATL to Produce Hybrid Batteries in Indonesia
Toyota has partnered with CATL to produce hybrid battery cells and modules in Indonesia and has announced that exports of complete packs and components have been scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026.
Porsche exits Bugatti Rimac with sale to investor consortium
Porsche has agreed to sell its 45% stake in Bugatti Rimac and has divested its 20.6% holding in Rimac Group to a consortium led by HOF Capital and BlueFive, after which Rimac Group has assumed full operational control.
Mazda launches Year of the Horse CX-6e in China
Mazda has launched a Year of the Horse CX-6e in China, has offered EV and EREV trims priced at 145,900 and 139,900 yuan with 600 km and 200 km CLTC ranges, and has limited changes to an interior colour update.
Microchip, Sunny Smartlead widen ASA-ML ADAS ecosystem
Microchip and Sunny Smartlead have expanded the ASA-ML ecosystem by introducing ADAS camera modules based on Microchip’s VS700 family and have promoted interoperable, secure and time-synchronised in-vehicle connectivity for OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.
ZF expands CorExpedia for pan‑brand core returns
ZF Aftermarket has expanded CorExpedia to support digital core returns across its remanufactured brands, has streamlined reverse-logistics processes and has improved transparency for workshops, distributors and fleets, supporting remanufacturing and circularity in the European aftermarket.
CIRAMM expands applied research in aerospace and defence
CIRAMM has enhanced applied research capacity in aerospace, defence and manufacturing, has established five specialised laboratories, has formed industry and NATO DIANA partnerships, and has pursued ISO accreditation to support testing, materials development and AI‑enabled manufacturing.
John Deere awards $2.7m grant to FIRST
John Deere has awarded FIRST a $2.7m, three‑year grant, has mobilised over 500 employee volunteers and has expanded robotics programmes that have aimed to develop technical and collaborative skills for agriculture, manufacturing and construction careers.
ESA advances HydRON optical network; Kepler leads phase
ESA has advanced HydRON and has awarded Kepler an €18.6m contract to lead the interoperability phase; the programme has aimed to establish a multi-orbital optical network with terabit-per-second capacity and industry partners.
Geotab joins TAPA APAC to support cargo security
Geotab has joined TAPA APAC, offering near real-time telematics and data analytics to support cargo security and supply-chain resilience in Southeast Asia and to contribute to industry dialogue and best-practice development under TAPA APAC frameworks.
Volkswagen launches ID. Unyx 08 electric SUV in China
Volkswagen Anhui has launched the ID. Unyx 08 and has offered three variants in China that have been equipped with 82kWh–95kWh batteries and advanced driver‑assistance features, and have been priced from ¥229,900 to ¥289,900.
Nokia and Orange collaborate on AI-enabled RAN
Nokia and Orange have announced a collaboration to develop and evaluate AI-driven radio access network technologies using Nokia’s anyRAN 5G software and NVIDIA AI infrastructure, and have sought to improve network performance, energy efficiency and readiness for 6G.
IONNA and Circle K to develop 350 US EV charging sites
IONNA and Circle K have agreed to expand high‑power EV charging across the US, covering more than 350 sites with up to 400 kW chargers and both retrofit and new-build programmes, with initial locations scheduled to open by late 2026.
Weld Australia and ASSDA sign cooperation MoU
Weld Australia and the Australian Stainless Steel Development Association have signed a memorandum of understanding to formalise cooperation, expand reciprocal membership access to resources and training, and have aimed to strengthen local procurement, supply-chain resilience and sovereign manufacturing capability.
Gotion and partners launch Morocco-France electric corridor
Gotion, Green Power Morocco and Chery Heavy Trucks have announced plans for a 2,000-kilometre electric freight corridor from Agadir to Perpignan, including a joint venture to operate 100 battery-equipped trucks, charging and battery-swap infrastructure.
Centennial College integrates SimRig ambulance simulators
Centennial College has unveiled two SimRig Classroom Ambulance Trainers and has integrated them into its paramedic labs, enhancing simulation-based training for its large public paramedic programme and reinforcing employer-aligned clinical preparedness.
Chery outlines joint-venture globalisation with Freelander
Chery has said Chinese automakers have entered a new era of joint ventures, shifting from export-led growth to locally produced, technology-led globalisation; the Freelander joint venture with Jaguar Land Rover has been launched and risks have been noted.
BYD and Yum China launch nine-minute EV charging network
BYD has partnered with Yum China to deploy 'nine‑minute' EV charging drive‑thrus at KFC outlets, has launched an in‑car smart‑ordering feature beginning with the Fangchengbao Ti7, has expanded its flash‑charging network and has reported reduced sales.
Vacuum insulation panels for liquefied hydrogen tanks
The EU-funded NICOLHy project has investigated vacuum insulation panel concepts to improve scalability and cost-efficiency of large liquefied hydrogen storage tanks and has scheduled large-scale tests to assess thermal performance, safety, installation and economic viability.
BYD and KFC China to trial 9‑minute EV charging
BYD and KFC China have signed a strategic agreement to integrate drive‑thru ordering with BYD flash charging, piloting in‑car ordering on the Ti7 and targeting a nine‑minute charge; BYD has built over 5,000 stations and has targeted 20,000 by 2026.