Welcome to our weekly roundup of North America manufacturing news, designed to inform you of all the industry stories you should know about.
Hitachi Rail opens lighthouse digital factory in the US
Hitachi Rail has officially opened its lighthouse digital factory in Maryland, representing a strategic investment by Hitachi Group in North America. Read more via The Manufacturer
Caracol triples U.S. footprint with new Austin facility
Caracol, a global leader in large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM), has announced the opening of its new 10,000 sq. ft U.S. headquarters and production center in Austin, Texas, more than tripling its space for systems production and application development. Read more via The Manufacturer
OCI program powers manufacturing, mining, agri-food and construction in Ontario with $50m boost
Companies in four key sectors of Ontario’s economy – advanced manufacturing, agri-food, mining and construction – have been given a significant boost, thanks to a $50m funding and support program by the Ontario government, led by the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI). Read more via The Manufacturer
Viega North America officially opens new Ohio manufacturing facility
Viega North America, a global leader in industrial, commercial and residential metal piping systems, has officially opened its new state-of-the-art manufacturing, distribution and training facility in Mantua, Ohio. Read more via The Manufacturer
New report reveals tariff turmoil stalling UK SME growth
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK are being hit hard by shifting international trade tariffs, with new research revealing a sharp slowdown in investment, sales, and supply chain stability. Read more via The Manufacturer
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