Tag: Manufacturing
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Trump Announces 25% Tariff on Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks Facing Nov. 1 Start
Overview: A Major Tariff Step on Trucks President Donald Trump announced that all medium- and heavy-duty trucks imported into the United States will face a 25 percent tariff starting November 1. The move represents a sharp escalation in the administration’s effort to deter foreign competition and safeguard U.S. manufacturers in the trucking sector. The Policy…
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Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Medium and Heavy-Duty Trucks from November 1
Overview: A New Tariff on Trucks President Donald Trump announced a sweeping 25% tariff on all medium- and heavy-duty trucks imported into the United States, effective November 1, 2025. The move marks a sharp escalation in his ongoing push to use tariffs to bolster American manufacturers against foreign competition. In a post on his social…
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Trump Imposes 25% Tariffs on Medium and Heavy-Duty Trucks Starting November 1
Overview: New Tariffs Enter Into Force President Donald Trump announced that beginning November 1, 2025, the United States will impose a 25 percent tariff on all imported medium- and heavy-duty trucks. The move is part of a broader effort to shield American truck manufacturers from what the administration describes as unfair foreign competition and dumping…
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China Challenges the World with Its Steel Exports
China’s Rise as a Steel Export Power China is expanding its footprint in the steel market, shifting from a primary importer to a major exporter. As global demand recovers and supply chains adjust, Beijing is prioritizing production that serves overseas buyers while keeping domestic use steady. Analysts say this pivot could redefine steel trade in…
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China’s Steel Export Surge Signals a Global Market Shift
China’s Pivot to Steel Export: A New Era China is positioning itself as a dominant force in the global steel trade, shifting emphasis from reliance on imports to a heftier export agenda. The strategy centers on expanding foreign demand while maintaining robust domestic production. In practical terms, this means mills are gearing up for greater…
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17 Workplace Deaths in H1 2025; Vehicular Incidents Remain Top Cause
Singapore reports 17 workplace deaths in the first half of 2025 Singapore recorded 17 fatalities from workplace injuries in the first six months of 2025, a slight drop from 19 in the same period of 2024. Vehicular incidents continued to be the leading cause of death, with nine fatalities in the first half of 2025,…
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HMS Singray G2: Industrial AR Glasses Eyeing a HoloLens 2 Replacement
Announcement at Augmented Enterprise Summit In Dallas at the Augmented Enterprise Summit the Japanese company HMS unveiled its latest industrial AR glasses the Singray G2. The device is marketed exclusively to business customers and is positioned to enhance workflows in manufacturing construction logistics and 3D design. HMS frames the Singray G2 as a strong contender…
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HMS Singray G2: Industrial AR Glasses Set to Rival Hololens 2
Introducing the Singray G2 At the Augmented Enterprise Summit in Dallas, a Japanese technology company unveiled the Singray G2, a purpose-built augmented reality headset designed for business customers. The device is positioned for heavy-duty environments and seeks to offer a compelling alternative to existing enterprise headsets, notably Microsoft’s Hololens 2. By focusing on industry-specific workflows,…
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Ikea Faces Price Pressure as Trump Announces Tariffs on Furniture and Cabinets
Trump’s tariff move and its scope In the early hours of Friday, the United States announced a tariff plan that targets several imported goods, including the kind of furniture often stocked in the showrooms of global retailers. President Donald Trump said tariffs would be imposed on medicines, trucks, and, notably for retailers, furniture and kitchen-…
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Toyota Halts Production in Brazil After Storm Devastation
Toyota Production Halt in Brazil In a significant setback, Toyota has announced the suspension of production at its three factories in Brazil following devastating damage caused by a recent storm. As reports confirm, over 90% of the manufacturing facility in Porto Feliz has been severely impacted, leading to an uncertain future for the automaker’s operations…