Ulvac to reshore production of rare earth magnet-making equipment
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 04:17 UTC
- Sources: Nikkei Asia
Japanese firm Ulvac is moving its production base for rare earth magnet-making equipment from China back to Japan. The company aims to reduce reliance on imports and enhance supply chain stability.
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