Solar Power for Industry: Simplex Castings signed a 25-year PPA for a 5.5 MWp captive solar project in Chhattisgarh, targeting annual power-cost savings of about INR 2.16 crore. Defense-Driven Manufacturing Uncertainty: Taiwan’s drone makers face a funding freeze after lawmakers removed domestic drone production support from the defense budget, clouding procurement timelines. ERP for Manufacturers: Syspro moved from “Expert” to “Leader” in Nucleus Research’s 2026 SMB ERP Value Matrix, highlighting manufacturing-focused workflows and AI embedded in operations. Industrial Electrical Capacity: Morgan Master Electrician expanded industrial electrical services across Asheville, Greenville, and Spartanburg to support high-load facilities and faster outage response. Solar Policy in Court: India’s Karnataka High Court is set to weigh industry challenges to MNRE’s ALMM List-II solar cell implementation from June 1, with groups asking for a deferral until domestic supply can meet demand. EV Momentum: TVS crossed 1 million cumulative electric scooter retail sales in India, with the last 1 lakh sold in 75 days. Logistics & Heavy Machining: Openex detailed how it handles and ships oversized machined components in China, emphasizing crane capacity, rigging, inspection, and export packaging. Energy Security Debate: Central Asia is increasingly looking at nuclear power to stabilize electricity for manufacturing, data centers, and critical infrastructure. Data-Center Supply Chain: TDK agreed to buy Fabric8Labs for up to $400 million to strengthen data-center technology capabilities. Market Outlook Watch: Allied Market Research forecasts pallets to reach $122.3B by 2030 and flanges to hit $7.39B by 2031, pointing to steady industrial infrastructure demand.