Viridi Parente Expanding Buffalo, NY Green Tech Campus
In adaptive reuse project, the battery technology developer will add 70,000 square feet to its research lab, assembly, office, and production space.
Wallbox Chooses Texas For First U.S. Manufacturing Facility
The electric vehicle charging solutions provider's new facility is anticipated to create approximately 250 direct jobs in Arlington by 2030.
SK Siltron Investing $302M In Michigan Semiconductor Wafer Plant
In support of electric vehicle growth, the semiconductor wafer manufacturing and R&D facility will bring 150 jobs to Monitor Township, MI.
Sungwoo Hitech Picks Tennessee For First U.S. Manufacturing Operation
The Korean automotive supplier will invest $40 million, create more than 100 new jobs at the former Alo Tennessee building in Telford, TN.
Five Manufacturers Picked To Validate Innovative Technologies
The U.S. Department of Energy's manufacturing partners will conduct Industrial Technology Validation (ITV) projects to speed adoption of clean energy technologies.
Alabama: Revving Up On The Road To Recovery
Maintaining its focus on the future, Alabama is regaining economic momentum for substantial growth.
Westwater Resources Plans First U.S. Graphite Processing Plant
Alabama Graphite Products LLC will invest an initial $80 million to build a first-of-its-kind advanced graphite processing plant in Coosa County, AL.
Pace Industries Relocates HQ To Michigan
Die casting manufacturer Pace Industries will invest nearly $2 million to move its headquarters from Arkansas to Novi, MI, creating more than 60 high-wage jobs.
Two Expansion Projects Bring South Carolina $178M+ In Investment, 1,120 Jobs
Oshkosh Defense will invest $155 million and create more than 1,000 jobs; KRA Operations will invest $23.5 million and create 120 jobs.
Manufacturing: The Jobs Multiplier
A lack of ready or willing manufacturing job candidates could cost the U.S. economy up to $1 trillion unless the industry takes proactive steps.
EV Manufacturer Picks Tulsa For First Mega Microfactory
Electric vehicle (EV) maker Canoo will build its first mega microfactory on a 400-acre site at the MidAmerica Industrial Park, where it will create over 2,000 jobs.
Bridgestone Creating 250 Jobs With Kentucky Expansion
The $51 million investment in the Firestone Industrial Products’ (FSIP) plant will increase capacity to support the growing demand for advanced air suspension technology in electric vehicles.
Auto Supply, Food, Real Estate Tech Firms Bring 485 Jobs To Ohio
Major expansions by Shape Corp., Sugar Creek, and SentriLock will bring more than $55 million in investment to the Cincinnati region.
GM Investing $40M At Pontiac, MI Stamping Plant
General Motors will renovate its existing Pontiac, MI facility and install new flexible fabrication technology to support future electric vehicle production.
Lion Electric Bringing First-Ever U.S. Manufacturing Facility To Illinois
The $70 million investment by Lion Electric will pave the way for the largest all-electric commercial vehicle production plant in the U.S., create 745 jobs.
Illinois Invests $15M In Advanced Manufacturing Training Academies
Funding from the Rebuild Illinois capital plan will establish two cutting-edge training academies to prepare workers for future jobs, boost investment in downstate communities.
Toyota To Create 1,400 New Jobs In Indiana
In its third multi-million dollar investment in four years, Toyota announced it is adding two all-new electric vehicles to the production line-up at its Princeton plant.
GM, LG Energy Solution Investing $2.3B In New Tennessee Plant
The joint venture, Ultium Cells LLC, will build a manufacturing plant in Spring Hill, TN and create 1,300 new jobs.
Michigan Governor’s Report: Standing Tall At The Crossroads Of Calamity
When a foreign pandemic invaded Michigan a year ago—and a virulent domestic pathogen threatened to topple the state government—Governor Gretchen Whitmer stood her ground.
STS Group AG To Establish First U.S. Location In Virginia
German auto parts manufacturer STS Group AG will create 120 jobs and invest $39 million in its new manufacturing facility in Wythe County, VA.
Listen Now: Living And Learning In Lubbock, Texas, With John Osborne, CEO, Lubbock EDA
Lubbock EDA CEO John Osborne discusses business climate and downtown revitalization in the Business Facilities Podcast.
2023 Deals Of The Year
Entries for Deal of the Year awards spanned industries, investment types, and winning strategies. Here are the stories of this year’s picks.
2023 State Of The Year: Opportunity Awaits In Texas
A robust business climate and strategic growth during 2023 earns the Lone Star State this recognition.
[VIDEO] Get More for Your Business in Ardmore. Oklahoma
The ADA owns three industrial parks and several single sites and buildings, giving our organization both the power and incentive to negotiate favorable terms for expanding companies.
Location Spotlight: Ohio Electric Cooperatives
Ohio consistently ranks as one of the top U.S. destinations for new corporate facilities, meaning prime sites are quickly snapped up. Economic development officials and private developers are working cooperatively to ensure the pipeline of immediately-developable sites stays full with diverse location opportunities.