Worker dies after five hours trapped in chemical mixer
A beloved father died a week after being trapped for five hours in an industrial chemical mixer at a US plant. The tragic workplace accident is under investigation.
Category : Manufacturing
Dutch court hears Nexperia mismanagement case
An Amsterdam court heard arguments over alleged mismanagement at chipmaker Nexperia, a crisis that disrupted global car production. Read the latest on the ongoing corporate power struggle.
Major toxic factory fire in Wolverhampton prompts evacuation
A major factory fire in Wolverhampton has been declared a 'toxic incident', with residents told to stay indoors. See live updates and the huge fire service response.
Wolverhampton factory fire causes huge smoke plume
A major factory fire on Sunbeam Street in Wolverhampton has sent a huge smoke plume across the city. Residents are urged to avoid the area and keep windows closed. Read the latest updates.
Major toxic factory fire in Wolverhampton, residents told to stay inside
A major fire with toxic smoke has erupted at a Wolverhampton factory. Over 40 firefighters are on the scene. Residents are urged to stay indoors and avoid the area. #Wolverhampton #Fire
Wolverhampton factory fire causes major toxic incident
A major factory fire in Wolverhampton has sent toxic smoke across the city. Eight fire crews are on the scene. Residents are urged to avoid Sunbeam Street and keep windows closed.
Detroit Auto Show Opens with Trump Visit and 40+ Brands
The Detroit Auto Show returns with 275,000 attendees expected. President Trump visits ahead of the opening, as the event pivots to interactive experiences over traditional reveals.
Detroit Auto Show opens with interactive test tracks
The Detroit Auto Show returns, shifting from splashy reveals to hands-on driving experiences. Over 40 brands showcase vehicles, with public days starting Saturday. Discover the future of motoring.
Warhammer Maker Sees Record Sales, Shuns AI
Games Workshop reports record half-year revenues of £333.7m, crediting its focus on human creators and a cautious approach to artificial intelligence. Discover the strategy behind the success.
Warhammer's Record Sales Amid AI Rejection and US Tariff Hit
Games Workshop reports record half-year sales of £333.7m, crediting its focus on human creators over AI, despite a £6m profit hit from US tariffs. Discover how the UK firm is expanding.
Trump in Detroit as factory jobs decline
President Donald Trump tours a Ford factory and addresses the Detroit Economic Club, promoting US manufacturing despite eight consecutive months of job losses. Follow live updates.
NGO finds labour violations at Chinese Labubu toy factory
A US-based NGO alleges a Pop Mart supplier exploited workers, including minors, making the viral Labubu toys. The company says it is investigating. Read the full report.
Swiss brand On uses robot tech to challenge Nike and Adidas
Swiss sportswear challenger On is deploying revolutionary 'flying fibre' robotics to create premium shoes. With Roger Federer onboard and sales soaring, can it outrun the giants? Read the full story.
Major Fire at Bangor Industrial Estate, Co Down
A major fire broke out at a Bangor industrial estate, with eight fire crews battling the blaze. Police warn residents to avoid the area. Read the latest updates.
General Motors reports $7bn loss from EV pullback
General Motors records a massive $7.1bn quarterly loss, primarily due to scaling back electric vehicle investments following a US policy reversal. Read the full analysis.
Major Roman Industrial Site Discovered Near Sunderland
Archaeologists uncover a massive Roman manufacturing centre on the River Wear, with over 800 whetstones found. The discovery reshapes the history of industry in northern England. Read the full story.
Major Roman Industrial Hub Discovered in Sunderland
Archaeologists uncover a massive Roman manufacturing site in Sunderland, with over 800 whetstones found. This landmark discovery reshapes the history of industry in northern England. Watch the full story on BBC's Digging for Britain.
Major Birmingham Factory Fire Engulfs Carpet Warehouse
A massive fire has destroyed a two-storey carpet warehouse in Birmingham. 75 firefighters are on scene. Residents warned to stay indoors. Read the latest updates.
Huge Birmingham Factory Fire: 80 Firefighters Battle Blaze
A massive fire has torn through a factory on the Tyseley Industrial Estate in Birmingham. Nearly 80 firefighters are on the scene. Residents urged to stay away.
Huge Fire at Birmingham Factory, 80 Firefighters Battle Blaze
A massive fire tore through a factory on the Tyseley Industrial Estate in Birmingham. Nearly 80 firefighters tackled the inferno. Residents urged to stay away.
Pilot sues Boeing for $10M over 737 Max door plug incident
Captain Brandon Fisher files a $10 million lawsuit against Boeing, alleging the company deflected blame onto him after a door plug blew out mid-flight. Read the full story of the legal battle.
Pilot sues Boeing for $10M over 737 Max door plug incident
Captain Brandon Fisher files a $10 million lawsuit against Boeing, alleging the company blamed him for the 737 Max door plug failure. Read the full story on the legal battle.
JLR Sales Crash After Cyber-Attack and US Tariffs
Jaguar Land Rover's quarterly sales plummeted by 43.3% following a major cyber-attack that halted global production and amid challenging US tariffs. Explore the full impact on the UK's largest carmaker.
Vietnam's factory boomtown faces rising costs and competition
Bac Ninh, Vietnam, transformed by a manufacturing exodus from China, now grapples with labour shortages and infrastructure strains. Can it climb the value chain? Read the full analysis.
Ram Revives TRX Pickup as Fuel Efficiency Rules Ease
Ram is resurrecting its supercharged 1500 SRT TRX pickup for 2027, priced at $102,590, following a relaxation of US fuel efficiency standards. Read the full story.
China's BYD Surpasses Tesla in Global Electric Car Sales
Chinese giant BYD has dethroned Tesla as the world's biggest electric car seller. Discover the data behind this seismic shift and what looming US tariffs could mean for the global EV market.
China's BYD Surpasses Tesla in Global Electric Car Sales
Chinese automaker BYD has dethroned Tesla as the world's biggest electric vehicle seller, a seismic shift coinciding with new US tariff threats from Donald Trump. Discover the full story and its global implications.
1983 Byford Dolphin Diving Disaster: A Gruesome Tragedy
In 1983, a catastrophic decompression accident on the Byford Dolphin oil rig led to one of diving's most horrific incidents. Discover the full story of the tragedy that claimed five lives.
China Factory Activity Expands for First Time in 8 Months
China's manufacturing sector returned to growth in December 2025, with the PMI reaching 50.1. The rebound is driven by holiday orders and a trade truce, but economists warn of persistent headwinds. Read the full analysis.
World's Largest Building: Boeing's £740m Weather-Making Factory
Explore the colossal Boeing factory in Everett, a 98-acre behemoth so large it once formed clouds indoors and could contain Disneyland. Discover its incredible scale and history.
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