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Robo.ai Subsidiary Plans ALIF Composites Facility With 10 Million Square Meter Target
Robo.ai subsidiary ALIF Holding announced plans to launch a manufacturing unit in Umm Al Quwain targeting 10 million square meters of composites by 2027.
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Salam and SmartFactory Partner to Digitize Saudi Manufacturing Operations
Etihad Salam Telecom Company and SmartFactory signed an agreement at LEAP 2026 to deliver integrated digital systems for Saudi manufacturers.
Femtosecond Lasers Address Durability Needs in Foldable Devices
Femtosecond lasers offer precise cutting for ultra-thin glass and OLED displays as foldable smartphone manufacturing requires higher durability standards.
China Digital Sector Reaches $3.08 Trillion in H1 2026
China’s digital sector reached $3.08 trillion in revenue during H1 2026, driven by a 19.3 percent jump in profits and strong artificial intelligence demand.
Cyber Resilience Becomes Critical Priority for Manufacturing Sector
A joint report by Kaspersky and VDC Strategy reveals that 60% of manufacturers expect to achieve full digitalization within two years, making cyber security a business priority.
Industrial Control Systems Face Rise in Cyberattacks Globally
A new Kaspersky report reveals that 19.6% of industrial control systems faced blocked malware in Q1 2026, with manufacturing sectors seeing increased threats.
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LG Electronics Expands Local HVAC Manufacturing in Saudi Arabia with MULTI V S Production
LG Electronics has expanded its local HVAC manufacturing in Saudi Arabia with the launch of MULTI V S production at the LG-Shaker facility in Riyadh.
du and Abu Dhabi Investment Office Launch Strategic Partnership for UAE Innovation
du and Abu Dhabi Investment Office partner to accelerate digital transformation and innovation across UAE manufacturers and enterprises, combining advisory services and structured funding pathways.
ROX and KEZAD Group Partner to Build Middle East’s First AI Manufacturing Centre in Abu Dhabi
ROX and KEZAD Group launch partnership to build the Middle East’s first AI Manufacturing Centre in Abu Dhabi, targeting 300,000 vehicles annually by 2030 and contributing to UAE’s Operation 300Bn initiative.
du and Al Gharbia Pipe Company Partner on Industrial AI Vision Platform
du and Al Gharbia Pipe Company deployed an Industrial AI Vision Platform to enhance manufacturing operations across the UAE, featuring real-time quality inspection and operational monitoring capabilities.
LG Electronics Targets Twofold Revenue Growth in Saudi Arabia, India and Brazil by 2030
LG Electronics reported combined revenue of KRW 6.2 trillion in Saudi Arabia, India and Brazil in 2025, up more than 20 percent from 2023. The company targets a doubling of that figure by 2030 through localized production and market-specific strategies.
KAUST Quantum Foundry Launches Quantum Device Manufacturing Program
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has launched the KAUST Quantum Foundry, a specialized quantum device manufacturing program. The initiative provides integrated infrastructure and expertise for developing quantum technologies, supporting both academic research and industrial applications in Saudi Arabia’s quantum technology sector.
Global Supply Chains Volatility Reshapes Business Strategy
A new World Economic Forum report reveals that global supply chains have entered an era of structural volatility, with 74% of business leaders now prioritizing resilience investments as a driver of growth. The report introduces a new digital Navigator tool to help businesses and governments navigate permanent uncertainty.