IndustryWeek -- Operations

RWE, E.ON Pull Plug on Horizon Nuclear Power Venture

Separation paves way for new competitors to enter the market.

PetroChina Overtakes ExxonMobil in Oil Production

Chinese energy firm said last year's increase driven largely by efforts to ramp up production in new oilfields.

Bristol Myers-Squibb Recalls Organ-Storage Fluid Viaspan over Contamination Fears

Pharmaceutical firm says problem detected at manufacturing facility in Austria prompted the recall across much of Europe.

Seven Drivers for Performance-Driven Engagement

Performance increases when we help employees find ways to perform better and earn rewards that they value.

Apple CEO Tim Cook Meets Officials in China

Trip comes as iPad maker faces difficulties in China, including copyright battles and allegations of harsh factory conditions at supplier Foxconn.

Denso Executive Sentenced to Prison in U.S. Price-Fixing Case

The automotive-supplier businessman pleaded guilty to conspiracy for plan to rig bids and fix prices for heater control panels, U.S. Justice Department says.

Nigeria, GE Sign Deal to Boost Power Production

Ambitious deal aims for $10 billion in new power infrastructure projects.

BMW Recalls 1.3 Million Cars

Battery cable cover issues may cause electrical system malfunctions, possibly fires.

High Precision Maintenance (HPM) and Manufacturing Efficiency

How effective HPM systems save equipment, jobs and money.

Brother Finds a New Use for Old Materials to Help Manufacturers Save Time and Money

New P-touch printers recycle decades-old technology to help boost efficiency and slash downtime.