Molex, a global leader in electronic connectivity innovation, has entered into an agreement to acquire Smiths Interconnect, a subsidiary of Smiths Group plc, based in the United Kingdom. Smiths Interconnect is a renowned provider of high-reliability connectivity solutions serving the aerospace and defense, medical, semiconductor test, and industrial markets. Under the terms of the agreement, Smiths Group will receive a cash consideration, subject to standard adjustments for working capital, cash, and debt.
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October 22, 2025
Robotize, the creator of the GoPal Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) series, has teamed up with Nord Modules, a leader in modular transfer solutions, to introduce their first joint innovation: the GoPal P35 AMR, powered by the Nord Quick Mover 260 module. This strategic collaboration combines Robotize’s advanced AMR technology with Nord Modules’ intelligent, plug-and-play transfer systems—delivering a seamless, high-performance solution that redefines intralogistics automation.
October 21, 2025
Chemical and materials leader Dow and automotive scrap recycler Gruppo Fiori have developed a groundbreaking process to recycle polyurethane (PU) foam from end-of-life vehicles (ELVs)—a feat that challenges long-standing industry limitations. The partners announced significant progress in a jointly developed technology that recovers polyurethane waste without the need for vehicle disassembly, combining Dow’s materials science expertise with Gruppo Fiori’s advanced recycling ecosystem to open new pathways for automotive circularity.
October 13, 2025
Star Assembly, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz AG, has expanded its manufacturing operations and officially commenced the assembly of electric drive units for the all-new, fully electric Mercedes-Benz GLC. The addition of electric vehicle component production reinforces the strategic importance of the Sebeș plant within Mercedes-Benz’s global production network and long-term business strategy. Sebeș becomes the second facility worldwide to supply Mercedes-Benz vehicle plants with electric drive units.
October 3, 2025
The non-energy price index increased nearly 1%, with food up 0.4%, beverages largely unchanged, and raw materials gaining 0.5%.
Fertilizer prices fell 4.4%, metal prices rose 2.9%, and precious metals surged 9.3%.
October 1, 2025
TLT Manufacturing has unveiled four new production facilities at the High-Tech Hill technology park in Vilnius, Lithuania, marking what it calls a major milestone for strengthening Europe’s manufacturing resilience and safeguarding intellectual property. The expansion includes a 33,000 m² PCB plant — Europe’s first newly built PCB factory in 20 years — designed for complex multilayer boards, equipped with an in-house innovation lab, and featuring advanced processes such as vertical continuous plating.
September 29, 2025
Scanfil and Stäubli Robotics have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at driving innovation in industrial automation. Leveraging its manufacturing expertise, Scanfil’s Suzhou facility will produce controllers tailored for Stäubli’s 4-axis robots. Together, the two companies will deliver robust, cutting-edge solutions for customers worldwide.