Manufacturing
Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. Manufacturing articles below.
Mohawk Industries Investing $22.5M In Virginia Expansion
The world's largest flooring manufacturer will create 35 new jobs as it modernizes its production facility in Carroll County, VA.
American Fuji Seal To Create 101 Jobs In North Carolina
Packaging solutions manufacturer American Fuji Seal will invest $52 million to establish new production operations in Hickory, NC.
Hytrol Investing More Than $20M In Arkansas Expansion
The material handling systems company will create 250 new jobs as it expands its advanced manufacturing operations in Fort Smith, AR.
North Carolina Is Business Facilities’ 2020 State Of The Year
North Carolina has been named Business Facilities’ 2020 State of the Year, the first time the Tar Heel State has earned the magazine’s top honor.
Kentucky: Putting Expansion On The Fast Track
Companies looking to hit the ground running in the recovery are flocking to the Bluegrass State, where red tape is cut so ribbons can be cut.
Electric Last Mile Aims To Create Up To 960 Jobs In Indiana
The electric vehicle (EV) company intends to invest $300M to establish operations at the former AM General commercial plant in Mishawaka, IN.
Discover Your EDGE in Avondale
Avondale, Arizona offers a low cost of doing business, uncomplicated permitting process, access to critical transportation corridors, and a deep talent pipeline of skilled workers.
Allied Air Enterprises Investing Over $35M In South Carolina Expansion
The manufacturer and distributor of HVAC products will create 20 new jobs in Orangeburg County, SC.
ReCharge NY, Economic Development Awards Spur Over $127M Of Investment
New York Power Authority economic development awards support more than 620 jobs across the state; green job components to be considered in future applications.
Sensor Electronic Technology Investing $55M In South Carolina Expansion
A global supplier of UV LEDs, SETi will expand its manufacturing operations in Richland County, SC, creating 40 new jobs.
Lordstown Motors Closer To First All-electric Pickup Truck Production
The Ohio Tax Credit Authority approved support for Lordstown Motors’ hub motor and battery line, taking it one step closer to producing the world’s first full-size, all-electric pickup truck in Lordstown, OH.
Gutterglove Investing Over $5M In New Tennessee Operations
The nation’s leading gutter guard manufacturer will move operations from California, creating 85 jobs in La Vergne, TN over the next five years.
Hyundai TRANSYS Investing Over $240M In Georgia Expansion
Automotive parts producer Hyundai TRANSYS will create 678 jobs at a new 620,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in the West Point, GA area.
Gruppo Fanti To Invest $30M In West Virginia
The Italy-based metal packaging manufacturing company Gruppo Fanti will open its first U.S. manufacturing plant in Weirton, WV, creating 40 new full-time jobs.
Gestamp To Invest Over $94M In Tennessee Expansion
The automotive OEM supplier will create 260 new jobs as it expands operations at its Hickory Valley Road and Ferdinand Piech Way plants in Chattanooga, TN.
DST Innovations Project To Create 1,000 Jobs In West Virginia
An agreement between UK company DST and Blue Rock Manufacturing will bring a new manufacturing facility, and up to 1,000 new jobs to West Virginia.
Nice-Pak To Create More Than 300 Jobs In Arkansas
The wet wipe maker will increase manufacturing capacity at its Jonesboro, AR facility to meet the unprecedented need for its products due to the the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ferrero Investing $75M In Illinois Expansion
Ferrero will establish its first North American Chocolate Manufacturing Center at its facility in Bloomington, IL, creating approximately 50 new jobs.
$590M Loan Will Help ApiJect Make Vaccine Devices In North Carolina
In response to COVID-19, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation will loan the company $590 million to build a facility in Research Triangle Park.
Illinois: The Intersection Of Talent And Innovation
A great logistics network and a world-class education system enable the Land of Lincoln to generate the fifth-highest GDP among states.
August Bioservices Investing $64M In Tennessee Expansion
The pharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) will invest in current and new facilities, and create 180 jobs in Davidson County over the next five years.
Emerson Building $35M Manufacturing Facility In Arkansas
Emerson's new facility in Ash Flat, AR will manufacture products for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing industries, and create 245 new jobs in Sharp County.
Get There Florida: The Sunshine State’s New Workforce Education Initiative
Get There Florida is a new workforce education initiative aimed at raising awareness of short-term but high-value career and technical education programs.
SPIG Industry Investing $7.9M In Virginia Expansion
Highway guardrail manufacturer SPIG Industry, LLC's expansion in Washington County, VA will create 113 new jobs.
Cornerstone Building Brands Investing $25M In North Carolina Expansion
Cornerstone Building Brands, an exterior building product company, will create 38 jobs at its new production facility in Rocky Mount, NC.
Sortera Alloys To Create 100 Jobs In Indiana
Texas-based metal recycling company Sortera Alloys is moving its production operations to Fort Wayne, IN.
Canada: Investing In A Cleantech Future Up North
Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) is investing $25 million in nine startups, part of an effort to position Canada as a global cleantech leader.
AHF Products Investing $2.5M In Kentucky Expansion
The wood flooring manufacturer plans to install innovative technology and create 20 new jobs at its Somerset, KY facility.
Frito-Lay Investing $100M In Tennessee Expansion
The snack manufacturer will add four new manufacturing lines and create 100 jobs in Pulaski, GA over next three years.
S2A Modular To Build First East Coast MegaFactory In Florida
The maker of electrically self-sustaining homes and commercial properties has selected Macclenny in northern Florida for its MegaFactory location.
Reflection Window + Wall To Create 112 Jobs In Indiana
The Illinois-based building facade manufacturer Reflection Window + Wall is investing $9.3 million to build and equip a 120,000-square-foot facility in Porter County, IN.
Ken’s Foods Investing $103M In Georgia Expansion
Dressing and condiment maker Ken's Foods will create 70 new jobs as it expands its manufacturing and distribution operations in McDonough, GA.
Nestlé Purina PetCare To Invest $550M In New Ohio Factory
Purina's new Williamsburg, OH factory will support the company's long-term growth and employ more than 300 people by 2024.
U.S. Corrugated Considering Central Delaware For $80M “Super Plant”
The company has designated Dover as the "location of preference" for a 457,000-square-foot manufacturing facility that will create more than 150 jobs.
Cummins To Invest More Than $25M In Indiana Expansion
The $25M investment will upgrade Cummins' Seymour Engine Plant (SEP) in Seymour, IN, and create and retain more than 150 jobs over the next five to 10 years.
Pratt & Whitney Investing Over $650M In North Carolina
The Fortune 50 aerospace company will establish a new manufacturing facility in Buncombe County, NC, creating 800 jobs by 2027.
Advanced Manufacturing: Manufacturing Muscle Joins The Fight
In locations throughout the nation, advanced manufacturing facilities and resources are being enlisted in the fight against COVID-19.
West Virginia Methanol Investing $350M In New Plant
The plant will create 30 high-paying jobs in Pleasants County, WV and produce 900 metric tons of high-purity methanol from natural gas each day.
GM To Invest Nearly $2B To Build EVs In Tennessee
Fully electric vehicles, including the Cadillac LYRIQ, will be built at the Spring Hill, TN plant, General Motors’ largest facility in North America.
Goya Foods Investing $80M In Texas Expansion
Latin American food and condiment company Goya Foods will expand manufacturing and distribution capacity at its Brookshire, TX facility.
