Aimtron Electronics Bags First Prize at ELCINA Defennovation Awards

Aimtron Electronics Ltd, a leading Electronics System Design and Manufacturing) company bagged First Prize in the Excellence in Manufacturing (SME) category at the ELCINA Defennovation Awards 2026 for its Integrated UAV Electronics Development and Automated Test Solution project. The award validates the company’s growing capabilities in design-led manufacturing for high-reliability defence and aerospace applications.

Zebra and Oxford Economics Study Highlights AI-Enabled Workflow Gains

Zebra Technologies Corporation, a global leader in digitizing and automating workflows to deliver intelligent operations, announced the latest research findings from its collaboration with Oxford Economics. The study shows how improving additional frontline workflows with advanced technologies like AI, automation, and data improves profitability and enhances the customer experience. The research indicates a clear acceleration in AI adoption.

Italy’s Machine Tool Industry Set for Moderate Recovery in 2026

The year 2025 turned out to be generally weak for the Italian manufacturing industry of machine tools, robots, and automation systems, which saw production remain substantially stable compared with the previous year. A better performance was achieved in the domestic market, driven by the demand recovery. Despite the double-digit increases, the figures were below the levels attained in 2021-2022.

Formlabs Unveils Fuse X1 in Shenzhen

Formlabs hosted its APAC Partner Summit 2026 in Shenzhen, China, bringing together channel partners from across Asia-Pacific to share the company’s latest innovations, discuss industry trends, and strengthen collaboration to accelerate the adoption of additive manufacturing across the region. Opening the summit, Formlabs Co-founder and CEO Maxim Lobovsky shared the company’s latest global business updates and achievements.

AMB 2026 Set to Open with Full Exhibition Halls and 1,150 Exhibitors

AMB will take place from September 15-19, 2026, at the Messe Stuttgart exhibition centre. Interest from the industry remains strong: around 1,150 exhibitors have currently confirmed their participation, and all ten halls are fully booked. Around 31 per cent of the exhibiting companies are representing a total of 34 countries. The show will feature 107 events featuring around 50 speakers.

Tungaloy’s AI Assistant Gabby Helps in Tool Selection

Tungaloy Corporation introduces Gabby, an AI-powered assistant designed to help metalworking professionals quickly identify suitable tooling solutions through natural language interaction. Selecting the right cutting tool often requires evaluating multiple variables, from workpiece materials and machining operations to cutting conditions and tool geometries. Accessing the right information quickly is essential for maintaining efficient and stable machining processes.