Neways, a global leader in mission-critical technologies for the semiconductor, defense & mobility, and connectivity markets, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Nová Dubnica, Slovakia. This strategic expansion strengthens Neways’ global production network and supports increasing regional demand in key high-tech sectors. The advanced 22,000 m² facility—featuring a 2,250 m² high-grade cleanroom—is specifically designed to meet the needs of rapidly growing semiconductor and defense customers, including ASML, Saab, Rheinmetall, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and VDL.
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November 13, 2025
Samsung Electro-Mechanics has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Sumitomo Chemical Group to establish a joint venture dedicated to producing Glass Core, a key material for next-generation semiconductor package substrates. The partnership aims to overcome current technological constraints in package substrates amid growing demand driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC).
November 11, 2025
BASF has announced plans to construct a cutting-edge Electronic Grade Ammonium Hydroxide (NH₄OH EG) facility in Ludwigshafen, Germany. The new plant will produce ultra-pure chemicals essential for wafer cleaning, etching, and other precision processes in semiconductor manufacturing. This investment will strengthen the European semiconductor supply chain by ensuring a reliable local source of high-purity materials for advanced chip production.
November 5, 2025
The energy price index fell 3.7% in October, driven by a 5.1% decline in crude oil prices, partially offset by a 7.5% rise in U.S. natural gas prices.
The non-energy price index changed little, though its components moved in different directions: food prices edged down 0.8%, beverages fell 5.6%, and raw materials eased 1.2%.
November 5, 2025
NVIDIA and Hyundai Motor Group are expanding their collaboration to accelerate innovation in autonomous vehicles, smart factories, and robotics through a new NVIDIA Blackwell-powered AI factory. Building on their strategic alliance, the two companies are entering a new phase — moving beyond software adoption to jointly develop core physical AI technologies. Their collaboration will span AI development for mobility solutions, next-generation smart factories, and on-device semiconductor advancements that strengthen Hyundai Motor Group’s long-term capabilities.
November 4, 2025
Schaeffler and Neura Robotics, a high-tech leader in cognitive robotics, have established a pioneering technology partnership. The collaboration focuses on developing and supplying key components—such as advanced actuators—for humanoid robots. In addition, Schaeffler plans to deploy Neura’s humanoid robots across its global production network, integrating a mid-four-digit number of units into its operations by 2035. Schaeffler is also working with other leading manufacturers in this field.
November 3, 2025
The October 2025 World Bank Commodity Markets Outlook reports that global commodity prices have declined below 2024 levels, driven by subdued economic activity, persistent trade tensions, policy uncertainty, and weather-related supply shocks. Energy prices, particularly oil, have fallen sharply, pulling down the overall commodity price index.