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AMS Evolution 2024: Recap blog
Get insights on technologies like AI, robotics, and sustainable production systems driving flexibility and zero waste in factories at the second AMS Evolution North America Conference 2024
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BMW’s Regensburg plant wins flexibility, digital production award
The Regensburg plant has been awarded “Factory of the Year” for its flexibility and digital innovation in large-scale assembly, a significant win for the automotive giant.
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Porsche’s MHP Consulting UK appoints Bodo Philipp as CEO
MHP Consulting UK welcomes Bodo Philipp as CEO, with a focus on digital transformation, OEM engagement and team empowerment across traditional and EV sectors
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For Chris Glover, change is the only constant at VW’s Chattanooga plant
The Volkswagen US plant leader manages market and technology complexity through flexible facility design, digitalisation, training and engagement with workers
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EV batteries – Increasing quality and reducing costs
Hexagon’s new eBook offers five breakthroughs to increase quality and lower cost in electric vehicle battery production.
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This is how efficiently the VW plant in Portugal works
VW’s Palmela plant keeps running efficiently with lean principles, 90% automation, and innovative 3d printing, ensuring the success of the t-roc and its successor. This is how…
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VW's Thomas Hegel Gunther: “We cannot afford to make any mistakes”
The Volkswagen Autoeuropa plant in Portugal is a testament to the power of continuous improvement and efficient production and logistics. Despite being over three decades old, the factory has consistently achieved high levels of productivity and received recognition for its lean practices.
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Are quantum computers the future of the automotive industry?
How Quantum computing holds immense potential to revolutionise the automotive industry by solving complex problems exponentially faster than classical computers.
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Tier suppliers – Adapting to new challenges
BorgWarner shares insights into how the company is leveraging existing assets and using mergers and acquisitions to boost EV component production.
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BMW: ‘Designing for Circularity’ to lead in sustainability
BMW leads the charge in sustainable automotive production. Their ’Design for Circularity’ approach focuses on recycled materials, reduced parts, and optimised disassembly. Join us as we explore how BMW is shaping a greener future. Ilkhan Ozsevim speaks to Head of Engineering, Roberto Rossetti.
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How cobots can support automotive production
Cobots enrich the industry with their ability to complete tasks in close cooperation with humans and are becoming increasingly intelligent thanks to modern technologies.
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Stellantis turns to AI tools and fast deployment to cut production costs and launch times
Stellantis manufacturing boss Arnaud Deboeuf reveals technologies in automation, factory planning and lineside logistics that reduce transition costs and time to market.
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VW’s plant closures illustrate industry’s existential crisis
Volkswagen is at a critical juncture as it confronts severe challenges with possible plant closures and intensifying competition in the EV market
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Watch Now: Next-Gen Gapfillers: Henkel’s Blueprint for Automotive Electronics
This webinar explored Henkel’s latest innovations in thermal gap fillers, designed specifically for automotive electronics.
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Rockwell Automation appoints sustainability leader
Industry-leading automation company bolsters commitment to environmental and social responsibility with new VP of Sustainability.
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Antolin, Gestamp and Fersa using AI to improve production operations
Spanish parts makers are pushing process improvements across their businesses using the latest digital technology
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UK car production drops 8% in first half of 2024
The SMMT has released the UK’s automotive production figures for the first six months of 2024
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Global IT outage affects Mercedes-Benz production
Everstream Analytics confirmed to AMS that automotive production halts have been reported due to the IT outage.
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European battery production needs greater speed and agility
Exhibitors at this year’s Battery Show in Stuttgart shared insights into EV and battery production challenges and how the industry needs to adapt with greater speed.
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Tesla’s EV battery production and global gigafactory network
Tesla’s growing network of gigafactories, including new sites in Berlin, Texas, and Shanghai, demonstrates its commitment to leading global electrification.