Press Releases

SME and TCT are pleased to co-locate their respective prestigious awards programmes for one inspiring evening of celebration in Boston.

Nonprofit adds critical new role to accelerate industry’s advanced technology adoption

Bolstering the Gulf Coast’s maritime manufacturing workforce is the primary goal of SME’s newly launched Maritime Manufacturing Workforce Pipeline – Gulf Coast (MMWP-GC) initiative, which is an effort designed to strengthen shipbuilding and naval defense in one of the nation’s most critical regions.

Manufacturing education is thriving in high schools across the country thanks in part to a record number of SME PRIME® Sustainability Awards from the SME Education Foundation, which will provide critical funding to 48 SME PRIME high schools this year.

A new generation of future leaders in manufacturing are being recognized as the 2025 “30 Under 30” honorees by SME, the nonprofit committed to advancing the widespread adoption of manufacturing technologies and developing North America’s talent and capabilities.

With more than 40 years of experience in manufacturing, Vincent Howell Sr., FSME, CMfgE, stepped into his role as President of SME Board of Directors earlier this year, bringing a strong commitment to advancing the organization’s mission.

AI alone won’t solve the challenges facing Canadian manufacturers in the face of evolving global tariffs.

Beginning in the 2025–26 school year, students at Paw Paw High School in Paw Paw, Michigan, will have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge training in advanced manufacturing through SME PRIME®.

The North American Manufacturing Research Institution (NAMRI | SME) announced the election of Dale Lombardo as its 2025-26 president today during its 53rd North American Manufacturing Research Conference (NAMRC 53) hosted by Clemson University in Greenville, South Carolina.

August marks the beginning of a new era for SME’s flagship publication, as Manufacturing Engineering becomes Manufacturing Engineering & Technology (MET).