Boeing’s inadequate training and oversight led to doorplug blowout: NTSB

The Federal Aviation Administration’s ineffective compliance enforcement also led to the 2024 Alaska Airlines incident, the National Transportation Safety Board said in the investigative report.

By Sara Samora • July 15, 2025

EU, Canada delay retaliatory tariffs against US

Meanwhile, Brazil announced its own countermeasures whereas Mexico remains confident it will reach a deal by Aug. 1.

By Philip Neuffer • July 15, 2025

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The changing state of safety in manufacturing

How companies can keep up with new safety protocols and stay ahead of FDA inspections. 

By Manufacturing Dive staff

US plans 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico

President Donald Trump unveiled the new duty rates, set to begin Aug. 1, in separate letters shared on social media Saturday morning. 

By Max Garland , Philip Neuffer • July 14, 2025

Senate confirms former Republic Airways CEO to head FAA

Bryan Bedford told the Senate Commerce Committee last month that he will hold Boeing accountable “to deliver a high-quality product safely.”

By Sara Samora • July 11, 2025

US plans 35% tariffs on Canada imports

President Donald Trump said the duties will take effect Aug. 1 while decrying the country’s retaliatory levies to U.S. tariffs. 

By Philip Neuffer • July 11, 2025

US to levy 50% copper tariffs Aug. 1

President Donald Trump made the announcement days after indicating duties were coming soon for copper and pharmaceutical imports.

By Philip Neuffer • July 10, 2025

Trump says copper, pharmaceutical tariffs coming ‘very soon’

The stated levies, including 50% for copper, would add to the list of sector-specific tariffs introduced by the president this year.

By Philip Neuffer • July 9, 2025

Recently passed California bill defangs its environmental code to spur chip production

Lawmakers hope Senate Bill 131 can expedite the environmental review process and lower construction costs for manufacturers looking to invest in the state.

By Nathan Owens • July 8, 2025

Trump rolls out reciprocal tariffs for Japan, South Korea, others

The U.S. detailed the rates it will impose on imports from certain countries starting Aug. 1 in identical letters shared by the president.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated July 10, 2025

US preps for August return of country-specific reciprocal tariffs

The Trump administration plans to reinstate the levies Aug. 1 after alerting individual trading partners of their specific duty rates.

By Philip Neuffer • July 7, 2025

Industry leaders rave about the tax cuts in Trump’s megabill

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law on July 4, preserves the 21% corporate tax rate and creates new expensing opportunities for manufacturers looking to expand.

By Nathan Owens • July 7, 2025

Trump’s megabill is in the final stages of debate. What’s in it for manufacturers?

The current iteration, which Republican lawmakers hope to pass by the Fourth of July, would restore previously expired tax provisions and ease financing for growing businesses.

By Nathan Owens • July 2, 2025

Trump threatens up to 35% tariffs on Japan

The president said he doesn't expect a U.S.-Japan deal before country-specific duties are reinstated next week.

By Philip Neuffer • July 2, 2025

How manufacturers can turn tariffs into a strategic advantage for long-term success

Tariffs, while disruptive, can force companies to pinpoint weaknesses in their operations, address them and strengthen their competitive advantage for the long-term, writes Daniel Wolf of PROS.

By Daniel Wolf • July 1, 2025

Tariffs, regulations and talent: Manufacturing trends to watch in H2

Manufacturers should prepare for regulatory changes at the state and federal level and continue developing a skilled data analysis and emerging technologies workforce, write two KPMG experts.

By Claudia Saran and Amy Matsuo • June 30, 2025

Tracking PFAS legislation across the US

Stay up to date on the status of pending legislation in 2025 as more states pass laws to restrict the use of PFAS in manufacturing processes and consumer products.

By Sara Samora , Kate Magill • June 26, 2025

Texas approves law to allow electronics repair

Gov. Greg Abbott’s approval of a consumer electronics right-to-repair law is a first for a Republican-led state. 

By Megan Quinn • June 25, 2025

Canada threatens further tariffs on US steel, aluminum

The exact new rate will depend on progress made towards a tariff deal with the Trump administration as of July 21.

By Philip Neuffer • June 20, 2025

Is the US undermining ‘Made in America’ apparel manufacturing?

When it comes to reshoring garment production, the Trump administration’s tariffs are at odds with its immigration crackdown.

By Daphne Howland • June 18, 2025

HP responds quickly to tariff shock

The computer and printer maker expects to bypass China for nearly all U.S. imports by the end of June.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 12, 2025

Trump says tariff deal with China is ‘done’

The proposed agreement, pending approval from both countries, sets 55% tariffs on imports from China and a 10% rate on U.S. products, the president said Wednesday.

By Philip Neuffer • June 11, 2025

Commerce’s proposed budget takes an axe to MEP. Lawmakers say the program should be saved.

Secretary Howard Lutnick said during a Senate hearing last week that he’s determined to “reexamine and retool” outdated federal manufacturing programs.

By Kate Magill • June 11, 2025

White House extends exclusions for Section 301 China tariffs

Exemptions to the duties installed during previous administrations will remain until Aug. 31, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced last week.

By Philip Neuffer • June 5, 2025

Lutnick says Commerce Department ‘renegotiating’ CHIPS contracts

The Commerce Department secretary said he's looking to revamp deals that were "overly generous" as the department seeks to cut its budget by 16.5%. 

By Kate Magill • June 5, 2025

Packaging manufacturers worried by 50% tariffs on steel, aluminum

Doubling tariffs on metals imports risks unintended consequences throughout the packaging supply chain, according to the Can Manufacturers Institute and the Aluminum Association.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 3, 2025