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SEOUL—Hyundai Motor Group recently revealed the smart factory technologies that it is deploying in assembly plants.

KARIEGA, South Africa—Plant Kariega, part of Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA), has set a new production record of 167,084 vehicles in 2024, surpassing its previous high of 161,954 vehicles achieved in 2019.

CAPE CANAVERAL, FL—A new R&D project will study cold welding techniques for in-orbit spacecraft repairs.

COLOMIERS, France—Daher has opened the Daher Learning Center in Colomiers, near Toulouse, France. The Daher Learning Center can accommodate up to 40 learners simultaneously, offering customized programs for key technical roles, including systems mechanics, assembly fitters, and cabin integrators.

REGENSBURG, Germany--BMW's state-of-the-art facility here was cited for its flexibility and digital production prowess.

CAMBRIDGE, MA--Engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have developed a unique way to teach general-purpose robots new skills.

WEST PALM BEACH, FL—Production is set to begin in Q4 2025 to address growing U.S. renewable energy demands.

CHARLESTON, SC—Boeing announced a $1 billion investment in its South Carolina 787 Dreamliner manufacturing plant, aiming to upgrade infrastructure and create 500 new jobs over the next five years. The move comes as the company works to recover from a challenging 2024 and ramp up production.

GEORGETOWN, KY—In February, the automaker unveiled a $1.3 billion investment at the same site, aimed at producing an all-new three-row electric SUV for the U.S. market.

SEATTLE, WA—In November, Boeing delivered just 13 commercial jets—less than a quarter of the 56 aircraft delivered during the same month last year. This decline follows the production shutdown caused by the strike involving 33,000 factory workers.