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Manufacturing is booming in some nations. Here’s what they have in common

This video is part of: Centre for Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chains

So how do countries build their manufacturing base and attract new companies? Firstly, infrastructure is key. Roads, ports and railways are critical for the smooth movement of goods. Today, though, infrastructure isn’t just about bricks and mortar. It also involves ‘intelligent infrastructure’ such as data centres and communication networks.

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