
DigiTech ASEAN Thailand returns this November
After a hugely successful 2024 edition last November, DigiTech ASEAN Thailand & AI Connect 2025 – The Southeast Asian “Digital Solutions for Business” exhibition and networking platform for the global tech and digital markets – is set to return bigger and better in Bangkok, Thailand at the IMPACT Exhibition and […]

SPS – Smart Production Solutions Guangzhou to open on 25 February
Guangzhou, 18 February 2025. SPS – Smart Production Solutions Guangzhou 2025 opens next week, from 25 – 27 February, in Area A of the China Import and Export Fair Complex. Since its debut in 2010, the exhibition has grown into a leading trade platform for intelligent manufacturing and automation solutions […]
Breakthrough technology
MGA Thermal’s breakthrough technology is an entirely new form of long-duration thermal energy storage that is making 24/7 renewable energy a reality. The company’s technology is a recently invented type of thermal storage material, Miscibility Gap Alloys (MGA) Blocks, which store and deliver thermal energy while […]

Operationalising AI for Manufacturing in ASEAN
Karen Kim, CEO Human Managed While the hype around Gen-AI will shift to the buzz around agentic-AI in 2025, traditional sectors such as manufacturing will still be coming to terms on deploying AI strategies to become participants of Industry 4.0 or the Fourth Industrial Revolution. This is the next phase […]

CEEC-built world’s first 300 MW compressed air energy storage plant connected to grid
A photo of the pressure-bearing spherical tanks at the “Nengchu-1” project. Photo: Courtesy of China Energy Engineering Group Co., Ltd., (CEEC) The world’s first 300 MW compressed air energy storage (CAES) demonstration project, “Nengchu-1,” was fully connected to the grid in Yingcheng, central China’s Hubei Province on Thursday, marking the […]

EXPO REAL Asia Pacific 2026 announces Eastern Economic Corridor of Thailand as its first Founding Partner
EXPO REAL Asia Pacific 2026, set to take place in Singapore from 15 to 17 June 2026, is gearing up to be a significant event for the real estate, infrastructure, and investment sectors in the Asia Pacific region. The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) of Thailand has been announced as the […]

VCI Global secures distributorship for military-grade AI-Powered cybersecurity solutions
VCI Global Limited has exclusive distributorship of Secure Encryption Storage Limited (“SES”) for Data Security Solutions (“SES Solutions”) in Malaysia. Powered by AI, SES Solutions provide advanced features such as real-time threat detection, virus defense, data encryption, and multi-channel backup. Trusted by over 300 clients, including Fortune 500 companies and […]

Founder Group to construct floating solar farm in Malaysia
Founder Group Limited, an engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning (EPCC) solutions provider for solar photovoltaic systems in Malaysia, has secured a Letter of Award (LOA) worth RM20 million (approximately US$4.5 million) for the construction of a floating solar farm in Kuala Langat, Selangor, Malaysia. Spanning approximately 24 acres, this project, […]

Aerotech introduces Mini Hexapod
Aerotech Inc., a global leader in precision motion control and automation, has the HexGen HEX150-125HL Miniature Hexapod, a six degree-of-freedom (DOF) precision positioning system. This compact, cost-effective hexapod, with a 150 mm base diameter and a nominal height of 125 mm, achieves minimum incremental motion to 15 nm and payload […]
Operationalising AI for manufacturing in ASEAN
Karen Kim, CEO Human Managed While the hype around Gen-AI will shift to the buzz around agentic-AI in 2025, traditional sectors such as manufacturing will still be coming to terms on deploying AI strategies to become participants of Industry 4.0 or the Fourth Industrial Revolution. This is the next phase […]
Sustainable Manufacturing – Thailand’s Path to a Greener Future
By Kacha Panyaroj, Country Manager for Thailand, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence Thailand’s manufacturing sector is at an important juncture, poised for strategic evolution. Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira’s recent concerns over the slowing GDP growth rate—down to 0.8% in Q2 2024—and declining export competitiveness highlight the need for a renewed focus on […]
Guangzhou Industrial Technology, 25 – 27 February 2025
Following its well-recieved debut in 2024, the organisers of Guangzhou Industrial Technology have confirmed the event‘s return to the Guangzhou Import and Export Fair Complex from 25 – 27 February 2025. Running under the theme “Smart technology – Unleash the potential of Chinese manufacturing”, the exhibition will showcase a wide […]
Weichai energises global markets through strategic partnerships and innovation
On December 10, the 2025 Weichai Global Partners Conference overseas session was held in Weifang, China, drawing global customers, partners and key stakeholders from the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The event served as a platform for reviewing past collaborations, deepening ties, and strategizing future ventures aimed at driving sustainable growth in the global energy sector. Driving Growth through Global Collaboration In 2024, Weichai demonstrated robust growth, leveraging comprehensive supply chain collaborations to capitalize on global market opportunities. The company’s engine exports are projected to grow by 7.7% year-over-year, marking significant inroads into high-end markets with its state-of-the-art data center power generation products across North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia. Innovations in Energy and Power Systems Weichai has strategically positioned itself with 14 innovative platforms, delivering power solutions ranging from 18 to 4550 kW. These systems are designed for critical applications across multiple sectors including data centers, financial institutions, public utilities, and emergency services, showcasing versatility with fuel adaptability including diesel, natural gas, and biogas. This breadth of application underscores Weichai’s commitment to delivering competitive, globally relevant energy solutions. Maritime and Construction Machinery Advances Weichai has made significant advancements in marine propulsion, optimizing power solutions for high-speed boats, tugs, fishing vessels, and transport ships. The company now offers 21 distinct marine engine series, each designed to deliver a broad spectrum of power outputs. These engines are versatile, supporting a variety of fuels including diesel, heavy oil, methanol, liquefied natural gas, and B100 biodiesel. This range ensures adaptability across diverse marine applications, from fishing vessels and inland waterway transports to coastal transports and high-speed ferries, underscoring Weichai’s commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship in the marine sector. In the construction machinery power market, Weichai has accelerated the introduction of large-bore products, targeting high-end markets and supporting diverse […]