Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The manufacturing sector is demonstrating resilience amid a changing global landscape, balancing slower growth with long-term strategic investment and operational excellence. While Ireland’s manufacturing growth slows to a ten-month low, the sector remains steady, reflecting both post-pandemic recalibration and shifting international demand. Manufacturers are responding with targeted innovation and strategic expansion, ensuring competitiveness despite global headwinds. In Europe, Eli Lilly’s €3B Netherlands investment signals renewed confidence in advanced manufacturing and supply chain security. The facility will strengthen global production capacity, positioning Europe as a vital hub for life sciences manufacturing excellence. Recognition within the industry remains strong, with Hygeia named Manufacturer of the Year in the small business category, a testament to the agility, innovation, and dedication driving success across all levels of the sector. These developments underscore manufacturing’s ability to evolve under pressure, proving that sustained investment and innovation remain its strongest assets. Explore the full stories and stay informed on the trends shaping the manufacturing landscape.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Hygeia, headquartered in Oranmore, Galway, has been named Manufacturer of the Year – Small Business at the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025, recognising the company’s enduring commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainable growth.

Author: Energy Storage News

Samsung SDI will expand U.S. energy storage battery production to 30GWh by 2026, targeting the stationary storage market amid weak EV demand and policy shifts limiting Chinese manufacturers’ U.S. access.

Author: Street Insider

Eli Lilly to invest $3 billion in a new manufacturing facility at Leiden Bio Science Park, Netherlands. The site will produce oral medicines, create 500 permanent jobs, and enhance global supply chain capacity.

Author: Irish News

KES Group expands its Strabane site, creating 40 new electrical jobs and boosting advanced manufacturing capacity. The multimillion-pound investment supports growth in AI-driven data centre markets across Europe, the USA, and the Middle East.

Author: Tech Buzz Ireland

Sanmina expanded its Fermoy medical facility in North Cork, creating up to 150 skilled jobs. The upgraded site features advanced automation lines and an ISO8 clean room, reinforcing Ireland’s medical technology hub.

Author: REUTERS

Ireland’s manufacturing growth slowed to a 10-month low in October, with production stagnant and new business easing amid weaker exports. Employment rose modestly, input cost inflation fell, and confidence slipped slightly.

Author: CBT News

Toyota will invest $10 billion in U.S. manufacturing as part of Japan’s $550 billion strategic investment plan, reinforcing bilateral ties and strengthening supply chains in energy and advanced industries.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The manufacturing sector is navigating a period of strategic transformation, where innovation, resilience, and operational excellence are defining the next chapter of industrial growth. Companies are investing in advanced technologies and adapting to market fluctuations to strengthen global competitiveness. Funding developments such as Equal1 secures €13.7M illustrate how cutting-edge innovation is driving tangible progress. By advancing quantum solutions for energy and medicine, the company exemplifies the sector’s growing focus on technology-led opportunities with far-reaching impact. Economic indicators highlight the balance of stability and challenge. U.S. manufacturing growth steadies reflects measured expansion amid mixed domestic and export trends, reinforcing the need for agility and strategic foresight in operations and supply chain management. Recognition of operational excellence continues to set benchmarks. DesignPro Automation named Manufacturer of the Year demonstrates how innovation, efficiency, and leadership drive performance across the sector. These developments show a manufacturing landscape defined by precision, adaptability, and forward-thinking leadership. Stay informed on the breakthroughs and trends shaping modern manufacturing, explore the full stories in this edition of our newsletter.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

DesignPro Automation has been honoured with the Manufacturer of the Year – Medium Business award at the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025, recognising its leadership in automation, innovation, and sustainable manufacturing.