Hitachi, Microsoft to advance digital solutions across South East Asia

Hitachi, Ltd. and Microsoft Corp. announced a multiyear strategic alliance to accelerate the digital transformation of the manufacturing and logistics industries across South East Asia.The first solutions will be available in Thailand in July, 2020.

CAD/CAM solution for flexible gear milling

The trend towards the production of flexible gears on 5-axis machining centres has been continuing for many years. WFL has recognized the trend and has already been able to inspire its customers worldwide with numerous installations.

Carbon fibre composites enhances luggage design

The “Core” lineup of luggage from TUPLUS has front and back shells made of Maezio® thermoplastic composites from Covestro 

Single-use plastics in the wake of a pandemic

Mr. Joey Roi Bondoc, Head of Research - Colliers Philippines, on the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and how SE Asia is responding to the health crisis. 

Developments in high-performance bioplastics

Several new developments in bioplastics production are taking place and are worth noting given the pressure to move towards environment-friendly plastic materials.

Optimum preparation of bonding sites with CO2 snow

Cleaning structural joining surfaces effectively and efficiently

SPI Lasers to rebrand under TRUMPF banner

TRUMPF and laser specialist SPI Lasers join forces, offering customers a diverse range of world class laser products with deep expertise across multiple technologies  

Dormer Pramet agrees to acquire business of India-based Miranda Tools

Dormer Pramet has agreed to acquire the business of India-based Miranda Tools, a manufacturer of High-Speed Steel (HSS) and solid carbide cutting tools, subject to conditions.  

7-Eleven Cambodia to open in 2021

Cambodia’s convenience store industry will see the first branch of 7-Eleven opening in Phnom Penh by 2021.  

Power up immunity with probiotics

‘Better for immune health’ probiotics are promising as an active ingredient.  

Car makers ramp up EV production capacity in Thailand

Car makers' investments in Thailand’s EV production capacity and infrastructure, like charging stations, is increasing as consumers’ adoption of environmentally friendly vehicles grows continuously.

Vinfast opens office in Australia

VinFast officially opened its office in Melbourne (Australia). VinFast Australia aims to research and develop new car models and lay the foundation for VinFast’s international expansion, towards realizing the vision of becoming a global automobile brand in the future.