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UN Fuel Tank Maintains Resiliency Amid Disrupted Global Supply Chain

(2024/03/22)

UN Fuel Tank Manufacture Co. is a reputable fuel system maker, providing over 1,500 molding(s), fuel tanks, fuel filler pipes, gas tank straps, fuel-sending units, and oil pans for the engine system. The company has acquired the strictest quality certifications for OEM automotive manufacturing and

Trends and innovations in the hardware industry

(2024/02/15)

International Hardware Fair 2024 will once again showcase the most innovative ideas in the industry. Over 3,000 companies from 51 countries will present their innovations in the areas of tools, accessories, fixing and fastening technology, and building and DIY supplies in the Cologne exhibition hal

Taiwan Hand Tools Shine Globally: CENS Facilitates Trade Networks

(2024/01/05)

In 2022, the global hand tools market surpassed US$125.5 billion, with over 50% of the market share concentrated in Europe and the United States. Additionally, the Market Research Firm IMARC Group predicts that by 2028, it will reach $32.1 billion, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of

AAPEX 2023 Post-Show Report

(2023/11/10)

Intro On November 2, 2023, the three-day Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) for this year concluded. Over the past three years, navigating the challenges posed by the pandemic and the subsequent partial recovery last year, this year's event stood out with an impressive assembly of appr

Driving Forward: An Overview of 2023 Automotive Exhibition Ventures (From Automechanika Dubai to Shanghai)

(2023/08/18)

Automechanika Dubai 2023 Recognized as the largest international automotive aftermarket trade show in the Middle East, Automechanika Dubai plays a pivotal role as the central trading hub, especially for markets that present challenges in accessibility. It effectively fosters connections across t

LC Fuel Tank Maintains Resiliency Amid Disrupted Global Supply Chain

(2023/08/10)

LC Fuel Tank is a reputable fuel system maker, providing over 1,500 molding(s), fuel tanks, fuel filler pipes, gas tank straps, fuel sending units, and oil pans for the engine system. The company has acquired the strictest quality certifications for OEM automotive manufacturing and has become one o

Taiwan`s Machinery Industry: From Challenges to Opportunities in Industrial Paradigm Shift

(2023/07/21)

The year 2022 was marked by a series of significant global challenges, including the China-US trade dispute, the COVID-19 pandemic, escalating ocean freight expenses, disruptions in the global supply chain, and the prolonged Russia-Ukraine war. Consequently, price hikes of natural gas, petroleum, a

New Energy Vehicles Developed on ICT Applications Holds Sway in Auto Industry

(2023/03/13)

Showcasing a gamut of electric vehicles, auto electronics and related technologies, Consumer Electronics Show 2023 (CES 2023), running from January 5 through 8 in Las Vegas, the U.S., was wrapped up with impressive information to insiders looking for new opportunities amid industry-wide slump. B

LC Fuel Tank Maintains Resiliency Amid Disrupted Global Supply Chain

(2023/03/13)

LC Fuel Tank is a reputable fuel system maker, providing over 1,500 molding(s), fuel tanks, fuel filler pipes, gas tank straps, fuel sending units, and oil pans for the engine system. The company has acquired the strictest quality certifications for OEM automotive manufacturing and has become one o

MIFF 2023 WELCOMES GLOBAL BUYERS FROM 1-4 MARCH FOR ASIA FURNITURE BUYING SEASON

(2023/01/13)

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 23: Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) 2023 is ready to welcome global buyers from March 1-4 with leading Malaysian exporters and manufacturers headlining the show to provide global buyers with fresh opportunities to rebuild their inventory and businesses after Covid-19

Industry embraces return to in-person events throughout 2023

(2022/12/27)

Professional trade shows in the hand tools and hardware sectors have endured the past over two years of cancellations caused by COVID-19, and with travel restrictions easing up for the latter half of 2022 and this year, more events are gearing up for a resurgence of demand. As observed among mos

Popular biz networking events and seminars an optimistic prelude to 2023

(2022/12/19)

As 2022 draws to a close, industries are ramping up to re-engage with international buyers and suppliers. In the manufacturing industry, for instance, seminars sharing digital transformation experiences and solutions, as well as trade networking events, were popular gatherings at the year-end to he

LC Fuel Tank targets hot classic car market demand at AAPEX

(2022/11/17)

Automotive fuel tank maker LC Fuel Tank saw significant buyer crowds at AAPEX, which wrapped up on Nov. 3. General Manager Chan Yu-Peng said this year’s AAPEX would mark the first time for them to travel to Las Vegas after the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in early 2020. Compared to pre-COVID times,

October PMI sees slight rebound amid warnings of fastest contraction in future months: CIER

(2022/11/04)

Chung-Hua Institution Economic Research (CIER) released the latest manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) for October earlier this week, showcasing a slight uptick in growth. After seasonal adjustment, while the previous PMI contracted for four consecutive months, the index edged up by 0

AAPEX opens with Economic Daily News helming Taiwan’s largest exhibition group

(2022/11/03)

As the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) opened on Nov. 1 and sought to move beyond the impacts brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the show saw around 1,400 exhibitors using a total of 2,500 booths and traveling from all over the world to attend, making it one of the largest profession

2022 International Hardware Fair Cologne Post-Show Report

(2022/10/19)

Show Info After a four-year-long hiatus, the 2022 edition of the International Hardware Fair Cologne (IHF) wrapped up on Sept. 28 after returning to the Cologne Exhibition Center in person for the first time after the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak. According to the event organizer Koelnmesse

Machine tool makers fear pessimistic market

(2022/10/17)

The Taiwan Machine Tool & Accessory Builders' Association held a general member meeting on Oct. 14, which saw the attendance of major machine tool brands in Taiwan. Top machine tool supplier Hiwin Group President Cho Yung-tsai pointed out that although the market demand in mainland China has slo

2022 Automechanika Frankfurt Post-Show Report

(2022/10/12)

Introduction The five-day biennial Automechanika Frankfurt wrapped up on Sept. 17, debuting as the first in-person event after four years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Show Info The show saw over 3,000 exhibitors from 70 countries, bringing various products from automotive parts, maint

Machine tools association warns of order cuts in following months

(2022/09/08)

The Japanese yen exchange rate against the U.S. dollar has fallen sharply, hitting a new low in the past 24 years. Hsu Wen-hsian, chairman of the Taiwan Machine Tool & Accessories Builders' Association (TMBA), said that the average orders received by machine tool factories have declined by 30% to 4

Suppliers must get an edge in the new economic landscape

(2022/09/05)

Hardware, fasteners, and hand tools sectors are among the top exporters in Taiwan, delivering quality products to various global markets promptly thanks to their competitive edge of operating under an industry hub model. Managing lead times and delivery expectations have become crucial under dis

Taiwan’s machinery suppliers prepare to strengthen global networking at trade shows

(2022/09/05)

Entering 2022 was an optimistic time for Taiwanese machinery suppliers. While the COVID-19 pandemic persisted, the idea was that global economies would eventually bounce back. However, these hopes would be dashed after Russia invaded Ukraine in February, further disrupting the supply chain and glob

Changhua plumbing suppliers show resiliency with smart manufacturing upgrades

(2022/08/15)

⬛ Plumbing Association of Taiwan Boasting a membership of over two hundred suppliers, the Plumbing Association of Taiwan is based in the heart of the island’s plumbing manufacturing hub, Changhua, housing the 50-plus years of plumbing industry history. This year, the association is actively coun

Taiwan’s hand tools and hardware sectors brace for H2 2022

(2022/08/15)

⬛ Chao Ting-yu Throughout 2021, Taiwanese hand tool suppliers were able to maintain business-as-usual operations, leading to export value growth of 27.4%, reaching USD$4.79 billion. The steady performance has continued into 2022. The latest statistics between January to June 2022 continued to sh

Taiwan`s hand tools and hardware sectors brace for H2 2022

(2022/08/02)

⬛ Chao Ting-yu Throughout 2021, Taiwanese hand tool suppliers were able to maintain business-as-usual operations, leading to export value growth of 27.4%, reaching USD$4.79 billion. The steady performance has continued into 2022. The latest statistics between January to June 2022 continued to sh

Taiwanese suppliers score as Vietnam`s textile industry sees an upturn

(2022/08/02)

The 2022 SAIGONTEX edition ended on July 30 in Ho Chi Minh City. Listed textile companies participating in the Taiwan Textile Federation delegation group included Far Eastern New Century, Shinkong Synthetic Fibers Corporation, Zig Sheng Industrial, and Eclat Textile. Featured products include vario

EV revolution sees advancements in emerging smart cockpit solutions

(2022/07/12)

Earlier in March 2022, before Taiwan’s second-biggest local COVID-19 Omicron-fueled outbreak began, the island’s top automotive electronic suppliers and leading R&D center in autonomous technology and testing, Automotive Research and Testing Center (ARTC), collectively announced the formation of th

Supply chain obstacle test automotive industry in ICE and EVs

(2022/07/12)

Taiwan’s automotive parts export value in 2021 reached USD$7.98 billion, marking a 14% growth compared to 2020, significantly seen in exports destined for China, Mexico, and Germany, which on average, saw growth of around USD$40 million. These statistics show strong demand in the Chinese and Europe

LC Fuel Tank maintains resiliency amid a disrupted global supply chain

(2022/07/12)

LC Fuel Tank is a reputable fuel system maker, providing over 1,500 molding(s), fuel tanks, fuel filler pipes, gas tank straps, fuel sending units, and oil pans for the engine system. The company has acquired the strictest quality certifications for OEM automotive manufacturing and has become one o

Lithium iron phosphate batteries to dominate EV market in 2024: TrendForce

(2022/04/19)

Impacted by the rising prices of raw materials for electric vehicle power batteries, in the first quarter of this year, many global new energy vehicle brands, including Tesla, BYD, Weilai, Ideal, and Volkswagen, are forecasted to raise the sales prices of EVs. TrendForce says power batteries are

LC Fuel Tank`s new factory ushers in a new era

(2022/03/30)

LC Fuel Tank is a reputable fuel system maker, providing over 1,500 molding(s), fuel tanks, fuel filler pipes, gas tank straps, fuel sending units, and oil pans for the engine system. The company has acquired the strictest quality certifications for OEM automotive manufacturing and has become one o