Malaysia's manufacturing sales rise by 7.7% in August
                                                                                                                                                 
                                                                                        
                            The food, beverages, and tobacco sectors lead the growth.  
                            
                                                    
                                            Analysis
Global semiconductor market hits record August sales
                                                This marks the fifth consecutive month of growth and the largest YoY increase since April 2022.
        
 
       
    PMI signals slowest global growth since January
                                                Business optimism falls to its lowest level in four years.
        
 
       
    AI computer shipments to surge 165% by 2025, hitting 114 million units
                                                AI computers are set to gain 26 percentage points in global shipment share from 2024 to 2025.
        
 
       
    Japan's manufacturing conditions weaken for third straight month
                                                Its September factory activity slightly dips to 49.6.
        
 
       
    AI startups lead manufacturing sector’s automation transformation
                                                Startups are using technologies such as AI-powered collaborative robots and production simulations.
        
 
       
    Exclusives
Exclusives
PT. Sinar Nusantara Industries shaping modern construction with Autoclaved Aerated Concrete
                                                                                The company’s diverse product range meets market demands, producing 753.34 tons per day. 
                
                            Semen Merah Putih prioritises use of renewable energy and alternative fuels
                                                                                In 2023, the cement factory in Bayah reduced CO2 emissions by 5% and generated 85,702 MWh of electricity. 
                
                            SNI Standard keeps Aquaproof’s products top notch
                                                                                By committing themselves to the SNI Standard, employees and management drive the quality of products for supreme customer satisfaction. 
                
                            Pupuk Kaltim CEO takes pride in SNI-quality products
                                                                                The Indonesian leader in fertiliser manufacturing says it’s a company and industry commitment. 
                
                            SOLIDWORKS irons out its long-term strategy amidst evolving industry
                                                                                CEO Manish Kumar says ‘the sky’s the limit’ as top-level involvement in product development directs the company’s strategic trajectory. 
                
                            Startup funding sees dip, but quality over quantity prevails – SOLIDWORKS experts
                                                                                Despite a funding downturn, SOLIDWORKS experts foresee a promising shift towards more mature startups with tech prowess in manufacturing. 
                
                            Malaysia's manufacturing sales rise by 7.7% in August
                                                                                                                                                 
                                                                                        
                            The food, beverages, and tobacco sectors lead the growth.  
                            
                                                    
                                            Analysis
Global semiconductor market hits record August sales
                                                This marks the fifth consecutive month of growth and the largest YoY increase since April 2022.
        
 
       
    PMI signals slowest global growth since January
                                                Business optimism falls to its lowest level in four years.
        
 
       
    AI computer shipments to surge 165% by 2025, hitting 114 million units
                                                AI computers are set to gain 26 percentage points in global shipment share from 2024 to 2025.
        
 
       
    Japan's manufacturing conditions weaken for third straight month
                                                Its September factory activity slightly dips to 49.6.
        
 
       
    AI startups lead manufacturing sector’s automation transformation
                                                Startups are using technologies such as AI-powered collaborative robots and production simulations.
        
 
       
    Exclusives
PT. Sinar Nusantara Industries shaping modern construction with Autoclaved Aerated Concrete
                                                                                The company’s diverse product range meets market demands, producing 753.34 tons per day. 
                
                            Semen Merah Putih prioritises use of renewable energy and alternative fuels
                                                                                In 2023, the cement factory in Bayah reduced CO2 emissions by 5% and generated 85,702 MWh of electricity. 
                
                            SNI Standard keeps Aquaproof’s products top notch
                                                                                By committing themselves to the SNI Standard, employees and management drive the quality of products for supreme customer satisfaction. 
                
                            Pupuk Kaltim CEO takes pride in SNI-quality products
                                                                                The Indonesian leader in fertiliser manufacturing says it’s a company and industry commitment. 
                
                            SOLIDWORKS irons out its long-term strategy amidst evolving industry
                                                                                CEO Manish Kumar says ‘the sky’s the limit’ as top-level involvement in product development directs the company’s strategic trajectory. 
                
                            Startup funding sees dip, but quality over quantity prevails – SOLIDWORKS experts
                                                                                Despite a funding downturn, SOLIDWORKS experts foresee a promising shift towards more mature startups with tech prowess in manufacturing. 
                
                            Highlights
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