Sourcing never stops – even in a pandemic. But how can you adapt to preserve your supply chain, control costs, and protect your business? Click here to download Sourcing During Crisis, a PDF ebook from Global Sources. … [Read more...]
Pandemic response products – supply & demand surge
With the COVID-19 situation showing the importance of hygiene and staying protected against viruses, essentials for disinfection and personal or workplace safety are rising in demand - and supply. Disinfection must-haves, include sterilization chambers - which in some models can even detect body temperature and identify faces - UV lamps and soap … [Read more...]
HDMI interconnects industry looks forward to strong 2.1 adoption
Despite delays in high-end TV, computer and gaming device releases as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, HDMI 2.1 remains the next big trend. In the HDMI interconnects sector, makers in China are confident the shift to the latest specification will happen. Gearing up for this, more are expected to emphasize the development of compliant connectors … [Read more...]
Rise in fabrics spurred by demand for masks and PPEs
With face masks in high demand and now a requirement among the public, fabrics used to make these products and other personal protective equipment are seeing brisk sales. Here at Global Sources, we’re seeing an upward demand for fabrics and other materials for making face masks, surgical gowns, wet wipes, and other medical products. Breathable, … [Read more...]
China’s manufacturing rebounds, is made-in-China “safe” again?
By Polly Chen China’s factory activities are shrinking at sharp pace due to the U.S.-China trade war and. In October, Chinese manufacturing activity fell to 49.3, which was an eight-month low. However, China's manufacturing showed signs of revival in November. … [Read more...]