Industry - general

ACG orders 75 Airbus A320neo Family jets in record $11.8B deal

By Axel Miller | 16 Oct 2026

Aviation Capital Group orders 75 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, with deliveries scheduled from 2032 to 2035 and an estimated $11.8 billion list-price value.

Chery plans UK launch for iCAUR SUV brand in early 2027

By Axel Miller | 15 Oct 2026

Chery plans to introduce its iCAUR SUV brand in the UK in early 2027, expanding its portfolio as competition in the British market intensifies.

Nexon Geochem plans ₹1,250 crore rare-earth magnet plant in Andhra Pradesh

By Axel Miller | 14 Oct 2026

Nexon Geochem plans a ₹1,250 crore rare-earth magnet plant in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, with proposed annual capacity of 600 tonnes and 886 jobs.

India needs ₹15 trillion to add 91 GW of nuclear power by 2047

By Cygnus | 14 Oct 2026

India is estimated to need ₹15 lakh crore to add 91 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047, with public-sector enterprises, state governments, private companies and joint ventures expected to contribute.

Tata Power builds 2.8 GW data centre pipeline as Mumbai upgrades its grid

By Axel Miller | 14 Oct 2026

Tata Power reports a 2.8 GW data-centre opportunity pipeline as its ₹15,000 crore Mumbai grid expansion targets rising electricity demand.

IndiGo secures $328 million financing for eight Airbus aircraft

By Cygnus | 13 Oct 2026

IndiGo signs a $328 million financing deal with Citi for six Airbus A321s and two A320s, backed by Credendo and structured through GIFT IFSC.

India may need up to 150 GW of additional coal power capacity by 2035

By Axel Miller | 13 Oct 2026

India may need 105 GW to 150 GW of additional coal power capacity as electricity demand rises and hydropower output weakens, says CEA chief.

NTPC seeks green ammonia buyers in Japan, South Korea and Germany

By Cygnus | 13 Oct 2026

NTPC is exploring green ammonia and low-carbon fuel exports to Japan, South Korea and Germany as it develops its 1,200-acre Pudimadaka green hydrogen hub.

India’s coal squeeze raises power concerns as auction premiums reach 94%

By Cygnus | 12 Oct 2026

India’s coal stocks came under pressure in September as electricity demand increased. Coal India’s average e-auction premium reached 94% before supplies improved in October.

Lohum starts Zimbabwe lithium operations with first ore shipment

By Axel Miller | 09 Sep 2026

India’s Lohum has shipped its first lithium ore from Zimbabwe, securing 10 mining blocks and targeting 30,000 tonnes of annual LCE production.

China issues overseas competition guidelines for automakers as exports expand

By Axel Miller | 01 Sep 2026

China has issued 20-article guidelines for automakers operating overseas, covering pricing, dealers, data security and compliance.

Indian Oil raises LPG output nearly 30% as Hormuz disruption tests energy security

By Cygnus | 31 Aug 2026

Indian Oil has raised LPG production nearly 30% and operated refineries at 109.4% utilisation as Hormuz disruptions test India’s energy supply.

Eli Lilly agrees to acquire Merida Biosciences for up to $2.88 billion in cash

By Axel Miller | 31 Aug 2026

Eli Lilly will acquire Merida Biosciences for up to $2.875 billion, adding MER511 and a precision antibody-degradation platform to its immunology pipeline.

Government notifies ₹1.27 lakh crore Semicon 2.0 scheme for chip ecosystem

By Cygnus | 31 Aug 2026

India has notified the ₹1.27 lakh crore Semicon 2.0 scheme covering chip fabs, advanced packaging, equipment, materials, design and R&D.

China’s Chery to open UK R&D centre as sales surge

By Axel Miller | 19 Aug 2026

Chery will open an R&D centre at UTAC Millbrook in late 2026 as Chinese car brands gain UK market share and Nissan explores Chery production at Sunderland.

Sigma Advanced to acquire UK aerospace supplier Bromford for ₹153 crore

By Cygnus | 14 Jul 2026

Sigma Advanced Systems will acquire UK-based Bromford Precision Solutions for ₹153 crore to strengthen its aerospace manufacturing capabilities and expand its global footprint.

South Korean firms unveil $195 billion investment in AI and advanced industries

By Axel Miller | 03 Jul 2026

South Korea’s leading conglomerates plan to invest 265 trillion won ($195 billion) in AI, robotics, advanced manufacturing, mobility, batteries and defense projects.

AstraZeneca signs up to $1.77 billion CSPC deal for kidney disease drugs

By Cygnus | 02 Jul 2026

AstraZeneca signs a deal worth up to $1.77 billion with China’s CSPC Pharmaceutical to develop experimental siRNA therapies for chronic kidney diseases.

Trump’s biofuel goals face challenge as US plants lag EPA production targets

By Axel Miller | 02 Jul 2026

U.S. biodiesel and renewable diesel plants are producing below the pace needed to meet the EPA’s record 2026 biofuel blending requirements, increasing pressure on renewable fuel credit markets.

Canada backs Greenland molybdenum project with C$7 million grant

By Axel Miller | 29 Jun 2026

Canada has awarded a C$7 million grant to Greenland’s Malmbjerg molybdenum project, supporting critical mineral supply chains and advanced Arctic mining technology.

Lithium Urban secures JSW Green Mobility investment to drive EV growth

By Cygnus | 25 Jun 2026

Lithium Urban Technologies receives strategic investment from JSW Green Mobility to support a threefold expansion of its enterprise EV fleet and charging infrastructure.

Adani Group unveils plan for 10 GW nuclear power capacity by 2035

By Cygnus | 24 Jun 2026

Adani Group plans to develop up to 10 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2035, expanding its energy portfolio as India seeks reliable low-carbon electricity sources.

India-bound oil tanker rates surge as Gulf shipping capacity tightens

By Cygnus | 24 Jun 2026

Oil tanker rates from the Persian Gulf to India have surged as vessel availability tightens following the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, increasing costs for Asian refiners.

Tata Motors CV targets global expansion, EV growth and digital services by FY2028

By Cygnus | 23 Jun 2026

Tata Motors CV unveils its FY2028 roadmap focused on global expansion, electrification, digital services, stronger margins and improved cash generation.

AI chip boom makes Samsung and SK Hynix jobs highly sought after in Korea

By Axel Miller | 23 Jun 2026

South Korea’s AI-driven semiconductor boom is boosting the appeal of Samsung and SK Hynix jobs as strong profits, bonuses and rising stock values reshape career and marriage trends.