While many industries in Taiwan experienced a boom in orders, parts of the world saw shortages and repair services unable to meet demand due to disrupted supply chains since the pandemic began in 2020. Overall, research studies and experts expect similar tight conditions going into 2022, and could

After two years of the COVID-19 pandemic and the world grappling with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine that began on February 24, supply chain disruptions that have derailed many industries are forecasted to continue well into 2022, amid a myriad of trends and problems. In this section, we discuss indu

The Omicron variant's fast spread has World Health Organization experts looking towards the COVID-19 pandemic transition into the endemic stage, where high rates of vaccination and widespread infection could lead to global immunity. However, Pegatron Chairman T.H. Tung pointed out that despite the

Tong Yang, a leading manufacturer of automotive aftermarket plastic parts and components, has entered its peak season in terms of revenue. In November 2021, the company reported its self-consolidated revenue was at NTD$1.669 billion, an increase of 4% over the same period last year and a 6% growth

Tong Yang, a leading manufacturer of automotive aftermarket plastic parts and components, has entered its peak season in terms of revenue. In November 2021, the company reported its self-consolidated revenue was at NTD$1.669 billion, an increase of 4% over the same period last year and a 6% growth

In an article first published in the Business Weekly, and through a media collaboration, republished in the Economic Daily News, an investor banker industry analyst attempted to break down why Taiwan tech giant Foxconn's Foxtron Vehicles business model will prove advantageous in the long run. On

Since inaugurated in 1988, Kang Chyau Industry Co. has been devoted to making plastic processing machines as one of the most respectful Taiwanese suppliers in the line. The company supplies a wide variety of machine models, including plastic bag-making machines, plastic inflation machines, print

Aside from the ongoing chip shortage situation that shows no sign of abating, despite chip makers investing in new factories, industry experts believe could last well into 2022. Automotive brands across the board have announced additional factory downtime; among these companies include Toyota, whic

Leading think tank Taiwan Institute of Economic Research (TIER) issued its monthly manufacturing composite indicators for July this week, signaling a decline through its index gauging the sector's climate, though it showed a continued rapid growth phase. TIER's composite manufacturing index dec

Several markets pose a great opportunity for Taiwanese suppliers, considering Taiwan's reputation in the information and technology industry, including 5G, EV, and low-Earth orbit satellites. Tung considers investment into these markets will significantly improve the country's competitiveness.

Nan Hoang Traffic Instrument Co., Ltd is one of the major manufacturers of automobile friction materials in Taiwan and globally. Chairman Austin Cheng has implemented the double-arrow strategy this year - own brand of “YangPo” is adopted to focus on global channels while the “NHC brand focuses on i

Leading automotive steering and suspension part maker Shin Yi Automobile Industrial Co., Ltd maintains a comprehensive profile and a vast number of product applications, cementing Shin Yi's role as an irreplaceable supplier worldwide. Shin Yi has honed its competitiveness in the industry with on

Sding Yuh (SD) is a professional manufacturer and developer of high-quality AM timing components and kits, including timing chains, timing chain guide, timing guide, slide plates for chain tensioners, chain tensioners, chain shock absorbers, crankshaft timing gear, chains, and idlers. These parts a

Based in Taiwan, LeeKuma Inc. (WeiFeng) is a professional manufacturer of rubber products and can offer clients varied materials, such as NBR, EPDM, CR, silicone, and Viton due to their 40 years of accumulated expertise. Clients can request customized products in rubber hoses, rubber stripes, foam

The Ministry of Finance announced well-performing figures regarding Taiwan's export numbers for July on Monday, reaching US$37.95 billion, setting a new monthly high in the past year as an annual increase of 34.7%, and marked a positive growth for 13 consecutive months. The export value of the

With an exhibition area of 42,000 square meters, there were breakthroughs of the scale and level for International Fastener Show China 2020. IFS China gathered 725 renowned enterprises and set up 1936 booths, attracting 36,080 visitors including 4212 overseas visitors from 53 countries and regions

Founded in 1972, Hwang Yu Automobile Parts Co., Ltd. is a IATF 16949 and ISO 14001-certified company specializing production of high-quality aftermarket (AM) automotive steering, suspension and brake components, with over 50 years of manufacturing experience. The company's products are marketed

From the end of 2020 to Q2 this year, the price of electronic components increased across the board, squeezing electronic end-product-related companies as costs for packaging materials, plastics, and shipping costs rose. For instance, in the mobile phone industry, raw material and transportation qu

With the electric vehicle (EV) trend sweeping across the globe, Taiwanese suppliers are focusing on certain key components as potential business opportunities, including Hon Hai, Hota Precision, Tong Yang Industrial, TECO Electric & Machinery, Hiwin, ASE Technology Holding, and passive component su

Trend-Setting Microtest to Offer New Total Testing Solutions Microtest Corporation., founded in 1993, is a professional maker and developer of high precision and automatic testing and measurement instrument and equipment. Considered one of the top leading firms globally in the measurement inst

Amid a global crisis of auto chip shortages, the accelerating trend of adapting electric vehicles (EV) and self-driving cars, the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is gearing up to kick off Taipei AMPA and Autotronics Taipei on April 14 at the Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1.

Chiu Ta Hydraulic Machine MFG Co., Ltd. is a professional manufacturer of vertical squeeze casting machinery and gravity casting machines. Founded in 1966, the company has built up a reputation for producing structurally-durable squeeze casting machines, granting these products long-life spans. As

With greater demand for electronics and manufacturers' need for more precise and diverse applications than before, testing equipment that ensures the reliability, safety, and quality of parts are in hot demand. Founded in 1993, Microtest Corporation is a professional maker and developer of high pre

TIMTOS 2021 Online opened on Monday, exhibiting approximately a thousand domestic and foreign brands presenting new products on the virtual platform. Taiwan Association of Machinery Industry (TAMI) Chairman Alex Ko estimates a fruitful year for local machinery companies, boasting industry value gro

Taiwan Association of Machinery Industry (TAMI) announced export figures for machinery equipment in the past two months on Wednesday, boasting USD$4.718 billion in export value, a YoY 25.4% increase. In New Taiwan dollars, that would be 134.07 billion, an 18.7% growth. TAMI reported that suppli

Nan Hoang Traffic Instrument Co., Ltd is one of the major manufacturers of automobile friction materials in Taiwan and globally. Chairman Austin Cheng has implemented the double-arrow strategy this year - own brand of “YangPo” is adopted to focus on global channels while the “NHC brand focuses on i

The resurging domestic machinery industry is looking up. According to Taiwan Association of Machinery Industry (TAMI) chairman Alex Ko, the sector could see orders increase by 15% this year. Taiwan's January machinery equipment export value reached USD$2.671 billion, a 33.4% YoY increase, Ko sa

With Apple Car entering the electric vehicle market and bolstering the overall attention and investments in this fast-growing, lucrative industry, Taiwanese electronic parts suppliers that have played the long-term strategy in the past four to five years are finally seeing results. In the past d

As a leading manufacturing technology and equipment exhibition in South China, ITES China was restarted in September 2020 after months of suspension due to COVID-19. The next edition 2021 ITES China will be held on Mar. 30 – Apr. 2 at Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center, Guangdong, China.

International Fastener Show China 2020 (IFS China 2020) was grandly closed on November 5, 2020 at Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. IFS China 2020 covered a total display area of 38,000 sqm. 615 well-known fastener enterprises worldwide (1,683 standard booths) showcased fastener m