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defense3 days ago•5 min saved

Mesquite 155mm Plant Falls Short of 100k Shell Target, Army Signals Contract Reassessment

The Army’s acquisition chief told Congress that the Mesquite, Texas 155mm artillery production facility has not produced a shell yet and is far from the 100,000-round-per-month goal, with current output around 56,000 per month. The government-owned plant, operated by General Dynamics OTS, is still being scaled up and not fully operational; negotiations continue on production lines, quantities, and possible industry investment. Lawmakers urge a quick path to progress or a plan to move on from the contract if necessary.

via Breaking Defense|

#155mm #army-acquisition #defense

business5 months ago•2 min saved

Freeport-McMoRan Faces Challenges Amid Operational Disruptions in Indonesia

Freeport-McMoRan faces serious challenges after a fatal mud rush at its Indonesian Grasberg mine, resulting in two deaths, operational halts, and significant production delays, with ongoing investigations and financial impacts including insurance claims and stock decline.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #freeport-mcmoran #grasberg-mine

business5 months ago•3 min saved

GM Faces Challenges in EV Production and Demand

GM faces setbacks in its plans for affordable EVs, including production halts at key plants and potential delays in new models like the Chevy Bolt and other upcoming EVs, amid broader challenges such as tariffs and legislative hurdles in Korea. Despite these issues, GM continues to promote existing affordable EVs like the Chevy Equinox EV, which remains available at a competitive price with federal tax credits.

via Electrek|

#affordable-evs #business #chevy-bolt

entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

Why 'Severance' Season 2 Was Worth the Wait

The creators of "Severance" explain the nearly three-year wait for season two, citing the show's intricate writing process and production delays, including a strike that halted filming. Despite these challenges, they promise the new season will address unresolved mysteries and introduce new ones. Season two is set to premiere on Apple TV+ on January 17.

via Gizmodo|

#apple-tv #entertainment #production-delays

aviation-industry1 year ago•2 min saved

"United Airlines Urges Pilots to Take Unpaid Leave Amid Boeing Delivery Delays"

United Airlines is asking its pilots to take unpaid time off due to massive production problems at Boeing, including delays in delivering new planes and safety issues with existing ones. The airline's reduced staffing request comes after reports of major production delays and safety incidents, leading to frustration with Boeing and consideration of alternative suppliers. United has asked Boeing to stop building Max 10s and start building Max 9s due to certification delays, and the relationship between the airline and its primary plane manufacturer may become even tenser if these problems affect the summer travel season.

via Futurism|

#aviation-industry #boeing #pilots

aviation-industry1 year ago•2 min saved

United Airlines Requests Unpaid Leave for Pilots Amid Boeing 737 Woes

United Airlines is asking its pilots to take time off in May due to delays in receiving new Boeing planes, particularly the 737 Max models, which are facing production and certification issues. The airline expects similar requests throughout the summer and possibly into the fall, and is considering options to replace orders for the Max 10. This comes as Boeing is under increased scrutiny following an Alaska Airlines Max 9 incident, and United anticipates financial losses in the first quarter due to grounded Max 9s. United CEO Scott Kirby has been vocal about the problems at Boeing and is seeking a meeting with Boeing directors, as the company undergoes a leadership shakeup.

via The Associated Press|

#737-max #aviation-industry #boeing

technology1 year ago•5 min saved

"Apple's Delayed iPad Pro Launch Linked to OLED Panel Production Issues"

Apple's iPad Pro launch delay may be due to poor OLED panel production yields, with Samsung facing low yields for the 11-inch panels and transferring some orders to LG Display, which is expected to supply 60% of the panels. Apple aims for "unrivaled" display quality with tandem OLED structure and plans to introduce new iPad Pro models alongside new iPad Air models in early May, with the delay attributed to complex new manufacturing techniques.

via MacRumors|

#apple #display #ipad-pro

businesstech2 years ago•1 min saved

"Elon Musk Announces Mind-Blowing Tesla Roadster with Sub-1-Second 0-60 Time for 2025"

Elon Musk announced that the "radically" different Tesla Roadster will ship in 2025, with the production design complete and an unveiling planned for the end of 2024. The electric sports car, which will feature a "SpaceX option package" with small rocket thrusters, is a collaboration between Tesla and SpaceX. Originally announced in 2017, the Roadster has faced delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic and global supply chain issues. Musk expressed confidence in the Roadster, aiming for it to be a groundbreaking product demo with a target speed of 0-60 mph in under 1 second. This announcement comes amid reports of Apple scrapping its self-driving electric car project, and both Apple and Tesla experiencing stock market declines.

via MarketWatch|

#businesstech #electric-car #elon-musk

businessaviation2 years ago•4 min saved

"Boeing Replaces 737 Max Program Head Amid Safety Concerns"

Boeing announced the immediate replacement of the head of its 737 MAX program following a mid-air panel blowout incident involving an Alaska Airlines MAX 9. The departure comes as the company faces heightened scrutiny over safety and production measures. The new head of the program, Katie Ringgold, will lead efforts to ensure quality and safety requirements are met. The incident has led to production delays and increased oversight from airline customers, as Boeing works to rebuild its reputation following previous crises.

via Reuters|

#737-max #boeing #businessaviation

businessaviation2 years ago•2 min saved

Boeing Faces Delivery Delays Due to Quality Issues with 737 Max

Boeing is reworking 50 undelivered 737 MAX jets due to misdrilled holes in some fuselages supplied by Spirit AeroSystems, potentially causing delivery delays. This comes after a door plug blew out of an Alaska Airlines plane last month, prompting an emergency landing, and follows a string of issues involving the supplier. Boeing is focusing on improving quality and reviewing manufacturing practices, but investors are concerned about potential production delays.

via Fox Business|

#737-max #boeing #businessaviation

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Long-Awaited 'Severance' Season 2 Resumes Production After Strike Delay"

Apple TV+ sci-fi series Severance, known for its twisty storytelling, has faced production delays for its highly anticipated Season 2, including strikes and rumors of behind-the-scenes drama. After a year of filming, production has finally resumed, but it's unclear when the new season will premiere. Fans may have to wait until the end of 2024 to see the continuation of the show's intriguing premise.

via Inverse|

#apple-tv #entertainment #production-delays

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Comprehensive Guide to TV Show Finales and Cancellations in 2024"

The entertainment industry is facing a reshuffle in its schedule as the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes from the previous year have caused production delays, pushing the release of several TV shows into 2025. Notable delays include the second season of "The Last of Us" and the fifth season of "Stranger Things," with additional unnamed shows also set to miss their 2024 release.

via Bam! Smack! Pow!|

#2024 #cancellations #entertainment

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Cruise faces setbacks with reduced operations, delayed production, and job cuts

Cruise, the self-driving subsidiary of General Motors, has announced that it will not produce any of its Origin self-driving vans in the near future and will substantially scale back its operations. Following a recent accident involving one of its driverless vehicles, Cruise will focus on the Bolt-based Cruise AVs instead. The company plans to reduce operations to just one city once it resumes, but no specific city or timeline has been provided. Cruise will produce a small number of pre-commercial prototypes but will not build production models or prototypes in 2024. The company's permit to operate driverless vehicles has been revoked by the California DMV, and it is facing a federal investigation.

via TESLARATI|

#cruise #general-motors #origin

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

AMD Faces Accusations of Contract Breach for Delayed Ryzen 7 7840U APU Supply

GPD, a long-time partner of AMD, has accused the company of breaching their contract by not supplying enough Ryzen 7 7840U APUs on time for their Win Max 2 handheld console. GPD claims that the delays in production are due to an insufficient supply of AMD chips, specifically the second batch of APUs. This situation highlights the risks of preordering hardware from crowdfunding companies heavily reliant on specific components.

via VideoCardz.com|

#amd #gpd #production-delays

auto2 years ago•7 min saved

"Tesla Cybertruck: Is the Tungsten Carbide Coating the Solution to its Production Woes?"

The Tesla Cybertruck, originally promised to be a groundbreaking electric truck with impressive features and an affordable price, is facing continued delays and concerns over its build quality. Tesla CEO Elon Musk, in an internal email leaked on an internet forum, expressed serious concerns about the vehicle's build quality and demanded sub 10-micron accuracy for all parts. The Cybertruck's production date has been pushed back multiple times, frustrating customers who placed pre-orders. Tesla has also faced criticism for shoddy workmanship in recent years, with examples of poor bodywork and panel misalignment in other models. Despite the delays, competition in the EV truck market has emerged, raising questions about whether the Cybertruck will live up to its initial hype.

via The Manual|

#auto #build-quality #cybertruck