Global Scans · Production · Weekly Summary

• [New] Global natural diamond production is forecast to remain in the range of approximately 100 million carats in 2026, down from over 150 million carats less than a decade ago, reflecting the depletion of legacy mines, limited new discoveries, and the suspension or closure of several mines industry-wide. News Powered by Cision
• [New] Management has committed to more than 3% ROCE improvement by 2030 at flat commodity prices, alongside 2% to 3% production growth and more than 10% free cash flow growth. investing.com
• [New] Farmers across Europe are warning of a slump in food production and rising prices as crops from maize to salads suffer as a result of extreme heat, drought and wildfires. The Guardian
• [New] Aleph Farms expects its Singapore production line to be operational in the first half of 2027, launching with select restaurant partners. CNS Media
• [New] Poultry production in Ethiopia has significant potential to serve as a vital source of animal protein, contributing to improved food and nutrition security. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Production of 60% of the global economy's physical inputs could be impacted by biomanufacturing, affecting trillions of dollars' worth of economic activity. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
• [New] ADCAN Pharma will continue working closely with the Emirates Drug Establishment to boost production capabilities and provide high-quality medicines in line with the highest standards of quality and safety. Emirates Drug Establishment
• [New] The new Italian factory, which will be based in Mantova, will bring the number of Purina production sites in Europe to 15. FoodManufacture.co.uk
• [New] Abu Dhabi's National Oil Company will invest $6.2 billion to develop the Umm Shaif Gas Cap, a massive offshore oil and gas field, as part of its strategy to expand natural gas production and liquefied natural gas exports. CNBC
• [New] Countries on Europe's eastern edge, such as Poland and Romania, are well positioned to support production of new capabilities close to potential frontlines, which could prove critical in a protracted conflict in which transoceanic logistics are contested. gmfus
• [New] RIL aims to achieve a green hydrogen production capacity of three million tons per annum by 2032, which would represent 60% of India's 2030 national target. Persistence Market Research
• [New] AI holds significant potential in pre-production, production, and distribution. SGGP English Edition
• Several Chinese EV giants are shaping up as formidable competitors, as both BYD and CATL have announced plans to initiate small-scale production of solid-state EV batteries in 2027. Engadget
• Production Systems revenue of $3.77 billion increased 7% sequentially, driven by strong growth in Latin America, Europe & Africa, Asia and North America, despite a decline in the Middle East due to disruptions associated with the regional conflict. Las Vegas Sun
• For protein, forecasts are for a 50% increase in meat production on twice as less arable land by 2050 in order to supply global nutritional demand. PubMed Central (PMC)
• NATO will launch the NATO Engine, a network bringing manufacturers and factories who have flexible production capacity together with companies, in particular non-traditional suppliers, who require facilities to scale their production under a contractor - or factory-for-hire model. Official texts and resources | NATO
• Global production capacity and localized operations will become essential infrastructure for the long-term competitiveness of Chinese automotive brands. EqualOcean
• The latest independent outlook expects total UK car and light vehicle production to finish 2026 broadly flat at 740,000 units, before returning to growth in 2027. EV Powered
• Chinese brands embracing UK production could be key to getting annual output back over one million units - something that has not been seen since the COVID-19 pandemic. AutoExpress
• Disruptions in semiconductor manufacturing, geopolitical trade restrictions, and logistics bottlenecks have increased production costs and extended lead times for LiDAR manufacturers worldwide. Straits Research

Last updated: 10 August 2026