2026 ASEAN Advanced Automotive Manufacturing Summit Returns to Cikarang

The 2026 ASEAN Advanced Automotive Manufacturing Summit – Flexible Production & EV Solutions will take place on November 3–4, 2026, in Cikarang, Indonesia.

ASEAN can own the clean-label value chain – SNPS

Specialty Natural Products Public Company Limited and Specialty Innovation Co., Ltd. host ASEAN media at their Thai manufacturing site, and invite the region to co-develop natural colors and natural-based food additives together.

Global steel rebar demand to reach 201.56 million tonnes by 2031

According to recent report from Mordor Intelligence, global steel rebar market is estimated at 152.96 million tons in 2026, with volume expected to reach 201.56 million tons by 2031, registering a 5.67% CAGR.

Sharper tools, smarter production for complex small parts

Designed for Escomatic automatic lathes, this new tooling solution combines sharp cutting performance, reliable machining and application flexibility to support efficient production of intricate components—from prototypes to high-volume runs.

On-machine ultrasonic thickness measurement probe for machine tools

Global engineering technologies company, Renishaw, will unveil its new advanced ultrasonic thickness measurement probe, the RUP60, at IMTS 2026, Chicago and AMB 2026, Stuttgart.

Collaborative processes drive automation

Spotlight on automation: Patrick Schwarzkopf (VDMA) on collaborative processes, AI and SME automation with No-Code

WFL Aerospace Components: When precision is key to safety

In the aerospace sector in particular, integrated manufacturing solutions are becoming increasingly important to ensure precision, efficiency, and reproducibility at the highest level.

EuroBLECH 2026 highlights smart investment, efficiency and resilience

Visitors can now secure their ticket for the world’s leading sheet metal working technology exhibition, taking place from 20–23 October 2026 in Hanover.

KKR acquires Japanese beauty platform Ci FLAVORS

Investment firm KKR will acquire Ci FLAVORS from all existing shareholders.

Colgate-Palmolive elevates Prabha Narasimhan to EVP - Marketing, Asia-Pacific

Prabha Narasimhan, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited has been elevated to the role of Executive Vice President – Marketing, Asia-Pacific Division, Colgate-Palmolive, effective close of business hours on 27 September, 2026.

KANEBO selects Eastman Cristal™ One IM812 for luxury overcap packaging

The premium cosmetics brand chose recyclable material for an overcap that delivers aesthetics, strength and sustainability.

Korean biotech company expands derma skincare line in Vietnam and Indonesia

K-Medichem’s PDRN Derma cream, serum, and mask lineup positions premium K-dermocosmetics based on patented ingredients for Southeast Asian market expansion