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Apple and Broadcom commit $30bn to US chip manufacturing expansion at Fort Collins facility

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

US technology company Apple has announced a $30 billion (€27.6bn) chip manufacturing investment in partnership with Broadcom at Fort Collins, Colorado. The move forms part of Apple's broader $600 billion (€552bn) US manufacturing commitment.

Oakleaf Contracts launches modular bathroom pod manufacturing division with 3,300-unit contract secured

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Construction company Oakleaf Contracts has launched a modular manufacturing division producing offsite bathroom pods from a 65,000 sq ft Lancaster facility. A contract to supply 3,300 pods for a student accommodation development has already been secured.

MGS completes 115,000 sq ft cleanroom expansion at Leixlip facility to meet healthcare demand

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

US-headquartered precision manufacturer MGS has completed a 115,000 sq ft expansion of its Leixlip facility in Ireland. The extension adds cleanroom, automation and assembly capabilities to serve growing demand from pharma, diagnostic and medical device customers.

Intel commits €5bn to expand Leixlip semiconductor facility as AI chip demand grows

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

US chipmaker Intel has announced a €5bn investment to expand semiconductor manufacturing at its Leixlip facility west of Dublin. The upgrade will advance production of processors used in AI systems and strengthen Ireland's position in European advanced manufacturing.

Rocco Lupoi brought additive manufacturing research expertise to Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Looking back to last year, Rocco Lupoi, Associate Professor at Trinity College Dublin and co-founder of the STAM research group, served on the judging panel for the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025. His internationally recognised research in additive manufacturing and advanced coatings brought exceptional technical authority to the programme.

Stockpile or Strategise: Why Irish Manufacturers Must Move Beyond Reactive Thinking

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

UK factory output hit a 21-month high in June as stockpiling ahead of supply chain disruption spurred output growth. For Ireland’s manufacturers, the S&P Global PMI signals both shared risk and strategic opportunity.

Arridex opens West Africa's first multi-technology additive manufacturing facility in Lagos

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Nigerian industrial manufacturer Arridex has opened the Omnifactory in Lagos, described as West Africa's first multi-technology industrial additive manufacturing facility. A Mega Omnifactory is planned for commissioning by Q1 2027.

Chery opens first South African manufacturing plant with plans for 50,000 vehicles annually

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Chinese automaker Chery has launched its first manufacturing plant in Rosslyn, South Africa, transitioning from importer to local manufacturer. Production begins mid-2027, with full capacity of 50,000 vehicles annually on a single-shift basis.

CK International acquires Lyndex Recycling Systems to form enlarged CK Lyndex manufacturing business

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Northern Ireland engineering company CK International has acquired Lyndex Recycling Systems in Telford, rebranding the combined entity as CK Lyndex. Ulster Bank provided a multi-million package of debt and trade finance to fund the deal and support working capital.

WrxFlo raises €3m to accelerate UK and US expansion of its AI manufacturing platform

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Irish AI-powered software company WrxFlo has raised €3 million to accelerate expansion in the UK and US. The round was led by Elkstone, with participation from Furthr VC, Enterprise Ireland and angel investors.

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