Taiwan Industry Updates

2026 Taiwan Robot Show Highlights Technology Applications and Global Partnerships
2026/08/24
The 2026 Taiwan Automation Intelligence and Robot Show concluded on August 22 at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, highlighting Taiwan’s technological capabilities in robotics, smart automation and intelligent manufactur...
Low Iron Ore Prices Help Steelmakers Cut Costs
2026/08/24
International iron ore prices have remained weak, falling to around US$95 per metric ton after a significant correction from their second-quarter highs. Market analysts said iron ore prices have limited room for a sha...
HIWIN Wins Two Honors at Sixth ARSI Awards
2026/08/21
HIWIN Technologies Corp. (TWSE: 2049) won two honors at the sixth ARSI Awards for Excellence in Robotic Intelligent Automation Systems, underscoring its achievements in intelligent automation and continued commitment to ...

Auto Parts and Accessories

Taiwan Auto Parts Makers Gear Up for Early Peak Season

Improved U.S. tariff conditions have prompted North American automotive aftermarket distributors to begin replenishing inventories earlier than usual, bringing forward the peak season for major Taiwanese replacement-part...

2026/08/18

New Models, Hybrids, and EVs Set to Drive Taiwan's Auto Market in the Second Half

Taiwan's automotive market is entering the second half with momentum as automakers ramp up new model launches, strengthen their hybrid portfolios, and expand electric vehicle markets. With replacement demand continuing t...

2026/08/07

Taiwan Motorcycle Sales Rise 5.3% in July as Summer Demand Gains Momentum

Taiwan's motorcycle market gained momentum in July, with registrations reaching 70,899 units, up 5.3% from 67,330 units in June and 8.6% higher than the approximately 65,300 units recorded a year earlier, according to in...

2026/08/07

Machinery & Machine Tools

The show featured international forums and industry events covering UAVs, Taiwan-Indonesia cooperation, AI robotics, international standards and smart factory tours, demonstrating Taiwan's integrated strengths in robotics and smart manufacturing. Courtesy of the Taiwan Automation Intelligence and Robotics Association

2026 Taiwan Robot Show Highlights Technology Applications and Global Partnerships

The 2026 Taiwan Automation Intelligence and Robot Show concluded on August 22 at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, highlighting Taiwan’s technological capabilities in robotics, smart automation and intelligent manufactur...

2026/08/24

Low Iron Ore Prices Help Steelmakers Cut Costs

International iron ore prices have remained weak, falling to around US$95 per metric ton after a significant correction from their second-quarter highs. Market analysts said iron ore prices have limited room for a sha...

2026/08/24

HIWIN's KK Series Cartesian Robot received the Outstanding Award in the Robotics and Key Components R&D category. Photo courtesy of HIWIN.

HIWIN Wins Two Honors at Sixth ARSI Awards

HIWIN Technologies Corp. (TWSE: 2049) won two honors at the sixth ARSI Awards for Excellence in Robotic Intelligent Automation Systems, underscoring its achievements in intelligent automation and continued commitment to ...

2026/08/21

Hardware and Tools

Co-organizers of TiTE x IHT; and General Manager of Lanza Marketing at the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion during the EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair Cologne in March. Photo courtesy of Lanza Marketing.

TiTE x IHT Launches Global Buyer Invitation Program to Build Asia's Premier Hardware Supply Chain Sourcing Platform

⸺This October, the Autumn Canton Fair connects with Cologne and Amsterdam to invite international buyers to Central Taiwan, Taichung. As global supply chains continue to evolve, international buyers are placing grea...

2026/08/03

MOEA said on July 25 that Taiwan's new non-stacked 10% tariff rate, will help industries such as machine tools and machinery towards new growth opportunities. Photo Courtesy of UDN.

U.S. Confirms 10% Section 301 Tariff for Taiwan Without MFN Duty Stacking, MOEA Sees Boost for Machine Tool, Machinery Sectors

Taiwan's machinery and machine tool industries are expected to strengthen their competitive position in the U.S. market after Washington confirmed that Taiwan will be subject to a 10% tariff under the Section 301 forced ...

2026/07/27

Changhua's Industrial Cluster Evolves from Hardware Manufacturing Hub to Innovation Partner

Changhua has long been recognized as one of Taiwan’s most important hardware and metalworking hubs, bringing together a dense network of suppliers in metal processing, fasteners, hand tools, bicycle components, plumbing ...

2026/06/16

Furniture

Taiwan International Interior Design Expo and AI-Driven Future Design Expo Unite Industry Leaders Ahead of July Opening

The pre-show press conference draws strong support from design associations as dual exhibitions opens to showcase the latest design trends at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center on July 9. The Taiwan International ...

2026/07/06

MIFF 2026'S SUCCESS UNDERSCORES CONTINUED GLOBAL REACH AND BOOSTS THE FURNITURE TRADE

The recently-concluded Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) 2026 proved its resilience in the face of global uncertainty and challenges as it again underlined its status as Southeast Asia’s leading export-orient...

2026/05/12

AI-themed pavilion showcasing innovations and smart applications, presenting the integrated future scope of technology and industry. Photo courtesy of CHU Studio.

Dual Design Expo 2026 Signals Next Phase of Industry Transformation

—Daily Economic News, Tommy Ni From AI technology to interior design, a dual-floor exhibition maps the future of living. As artificial intelligence becomes an integral part of daily life and urban living spaces co...

2026/04/10

Lighting & LEDs

IDFOman 2027 Returns to Muscat, Strengthening Oman's Position as a Regional Hub for Interior Design, Décor and Furnishing

The 13th edition of IDFOman – Interior Design, Décor & Furnishing Exhibition will return to the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC) from 12–14 January 2027 ,bringing together leading international and regional man...

2026/08/19

TrendForce Forecasts Micro LED CPO Optical Transceiver Market to Reach USD 848 Million by 2030

According to the latest Micro LED industry research released by TrendForce, surging demand for high-speed optical communications driven by generative AI is accelerating the development of next-generation optical intercon...

2026/05/14

Taiwan's Micro LED Smart Glasses Are Getting Closer to Reality

Micro LED is widely regarded as one of the most promising next-generation display technologies for smart glasses, driven in part by the market expansion including Meta. Taiwan’s Industrial Technology Research Institu...

2026/05/12