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It's Personnel
January 12, 2007 2:58 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | Articles | CommentsThe challenges of going global are many. Chief among them is finding the right personnel, which can be difficult in foreign markets where top-tier talent may be in short supply. Read on for advice.
'Russia Steel ' Just Doesn 't Have The Same Ring To It
January 12, 2007 2:02 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | Articles | CommentsThe U.S. government - specifically the Treasury Department's Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. - has approved the takeover of Oregon Steel by Russia's biggest steel company, Evraz.
"Russia Steel" Just Doesn't Have The Same Ring To It
January 12, 2007 2:02 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsThe U.S. government - specifically the Treasury Department's Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. - has approved the takeover of Oregon Steel by Russia's biggest steel company, Evraz.
European Energy Group Says Wind Power Now Cost Competitive
January 12, 2007 1:49 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsLower costs and environmental benefits are making wind power a popular option in Europe.
U.S. Import Prices Up Sharply In December
January 12, 2007 1:35 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsHigher oil prices led U.S. import prices in December to their largest increase since last May.
Nissan Looking Into Low-Budget Autos For Fast-Growing Markets
January 12, 2007 1:25 am | by Mari Yamaguchi, Associated Press | News | CommentsNissan considering targeting markets in emerging economies through alliance with Renault.
Zebra Technologies Buys RFID Provider WhereNet For $126 Million
January 12, 2007 1:24 am | by Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten, Web Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsWhereNet expected to post sales of about $50 million this year.
North American Industrial Plant Closings Cooled In 2006
January 11, 2007 11:09 pm | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsSurge in start-ups helped offset 2006 closings.
China's Economy Grew By More Than 10 Percent In '06: "Structure Is Irrational"
January 11, 2007 11:06 pm | News | CommentsPreliminary view puts growth at 10.5 percent last year.
Plan For N.Y. Gas Plant Sparks Debate
January 11, 2007 6:49 am | News | CommentsLocated in Long Island Sound, critics worry about accident at proposed LNG terminal.
Going Green Can Help Auto Manufacturers Survive And Thrive
January 11, 2007 5:51 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter | News | CommentsDeloitte Consulting suggests that more auto companies need to take advantage of going green in order to remain competitive.
Energy Costs: 'If You Don't Manage It, It Will Manage You'
January 11, 2007 4:00 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | Articles | CommentsAs with taxes, everyone seems to complain about "the energy crisis," but no one seems to do anything about it. To accomplish the goal of managing its energy purchases, Saint Gobain, a global manufacturer of construction products and high-performance materials, collaborated with Summit Energy Services Inc., an energy
American Axle Offers Buyout To 1,500 UAW Employees
January 11, 2007 2:52 am | by Manufacturing.net Staff | News | CommentsAmerican Axle & Manufacturing has announced 1,473 UAW employees have accepted a buyout as part of a restructuring worth $140 million.
China Now World 's Second-Largest Vehicle Market
January 11, 2007 2:25 am | News | CommentsChina moved ahead of Japan to become the second largest vehicle market.
Governors' Coalition Pushing Ethanol Recommendations
January 11, 2007 2:25 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsRecommendations include expansion of the Renewable Fuels Standard and funding for biofuel research, demonstration and incentive programs.
Manufacturing Outlook: Slowdown Should Be Brief
January 11, 2007 2:09 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | Articles | CommentsLatest MAPI survey suggests manufacturing will play a role in a cooling U.S. economy this year, but investment and exports should pave the way for a healthier environment fairly soon.
Toyota's North American Vehicle Production Unchanged; Engine Production Hits Record
January 11, 2007 1:53 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor | Articles | CommentsToyota's North American operations produced 1,553,790 vehicles in 2006; engine production increased 10 percent.
Toyota's North American Vehicle Production Unchanged; Engine Production Hits Record
January 11, 2007 1:53 am | by Anita LaFond, News Editor, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsToyota's North American operations produced 1,553,790 vehicles in 2006; engine production increased 10 percent.
ArvinMeritor Creating Diesel-Electric Drivetrain For Wal-Mart
January 11, 2007 1:42 am | by Amy Radishofski, Staff Reporter | News | CommentsCompany entered an agreement with Wal-Mart Transportation for a diesel-electric drivetrain for a Class 8 tractor.
NCR Realigning ATM Manufacturing Operations
January 11, 2007 12:40 am | by Tom Granahan, Editor-In-Chief, Manufacturing.net | News | CommentsCompany will shift to contract manufacturing model in the Americas.
