Babcock International Group is combining naval expertise, global partnerships and advanced technology to shape the future of defense
Reshoring Bringing production home means solving an underlying skills shortage problem
Issue 251- 2026
Artificial Intelligence Digital intelligence can be transformed into physical action on the shop floor
Aerospace A 2025 study revealed aerospace manufacturers’ fears about supply risks
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Hello and welcome to the latest issue of Manufacturing Today. This month our feature on aerospace identifies an unusual scenario – leaders feeling more confident about the long-term future than the next month. Find out what that means on page 12. We also explore the trend for reshoring, and discuss artificial intelligence – this time in combination with robots, agents and copilots.
Finally, check out the section detailing The Manufacturing Tech Brief. Working as a combination of a weekly newsletter and a dedicated online channel, and building on already established webinars, awards, and live events, the Tech Brief is designed to help manufacturers make more informed decisions. If you want information about the technologies shaping your operations and competitive future – sign up here.
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Our cover story visits one of the world’ s leading defense engineering companies, Babcock International Group. IIgi Kim, Marine Chief Commercial Officer, discusses how the business is adapting to a changing future.
Turn to page 44 to learn more.
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