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Startup JetZero to build $4.7B factory in North Carolina
The aircraft maker plans to create 14,500 jobs as it looks to produce more fuel-efficient, spacious planes.
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Yaskawa America to expand Wisconsin plant, streamline manufacturing
The automation component manufacturer is spending $180 million to expand its Franklin site as it plans to relocate and transfer workers and production from its Illinois facilities.
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Allison Transmission acquires Dana’s off-highway unit for $2.7B
Through the purchase, the supplier aims to expand its commercial powertrain offerings to a broader global marketplace.
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Trump approves US Steel-Nippon merger
The two steel manufacturers announced $11 billion in new investments by 2028.
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Manufacturing conferences and trade shows to watch in 2025
This year’s industry events cover a variety of manufacturing trends, including recruitment and retention and the impact of AI on production.
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Deere must face FTC’s right-to-repair lawsuit, judge rules
The tractor giant’s effort to dismiss was denied last week, clearing the way for a trial expected later this year that would challenge the company’s system for repairs and services.
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Volvo to expand US construction equipment production
The expansion is part of a $261 million investment to bolster key production sites to mitigate supply chain risks as tariffs evolve and pressure companies.
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UCB to open $5B US factory
The drugmaker has yet to choose a location for the factory, which is part of the company's plan to expand its presence in the U.S. market.
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HP responds quickly to tariff shock
The computer and printer maker expects to bypass China for nearly all U.S. imports by the end of June.
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Micron expands US manufacturing commitment to $200B
The increased investment, which includes another $30 billion in expanded production and a second Idaho fab, comes as the Trump administration finalizes $275 million in CHIPS funding for the company.
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Goodyear to sell synthetic rubber business to private equity firm for $650M
The tire maker’s deal with Gemspring Capital Management includes manufacturing facilities in Houston and Beaumont, Texas, and a research and development site in Akron, Ohio.
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Trump says tariff deal with China is ‘done’
The proposed agreement, pending approval from both countries, sets 55% tariffs on imports from China and a 10% rate on U.S. products, the president said Wednesday.
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Commerce’s proposed budget takes an axe to MEP. Lawmakers say the program should be saved.
Secretary Howard Lutnick said during a Senate hearing last week that he’s determined to “reexamine and retool” outdated federal manufacturing programs.
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GM plans $4B investment to boost US manufacturing
The automaker aims to increase production of its gas-powered and electric vehicles at its Michigan, Kansas and Tennessee plants over the next two years.
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AESC halts construction on $1.6B battery cell facility in South Carolina
The BMW supplier also pulled out its plans to build a second facility for its $1.5 billion expansion at the Florence County site.
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Cargill invests $90M to automate Colorado beef plant
The technology will provide real-time production insights that can help preserve more meat per cow.
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Qualcomm to acquire Alphawave Semi for $2.4B
The San Diego-based chipmaker is looking to be a major player in the growth of data centers with its latest acquisition.
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Spirit AeroSystems to furlough more workers at Kansas facility
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers said the temporary layoffs will impact departments regarding Boeing’s 737 aircraft.
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Nissan, Bridgestone confirm layoffs in May amid uncertain demand
Serta Simmons Bedding and contract manufacturer Lacroix Electronics were among other manufacturers who cut jobs last month as consumer demand remains uncertain.
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Honeywell completes $2.2B Sundyne acquisition
The move to buy the heat pump company is part of the manufacturing conglomerate’s plan to grow its universal oil product business.
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Grillo’s maker expands with $54M pickle factory
The 155,000-square-foot facility is part of a Midwest expansion from Irresistible Foods Group, which broke ground on a nearby King’s Hawaiian bakery operation last year.
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Kimberly-Clark, Suzano form $3.4B tissue joint venture
The combined company will help alleviate volatile input costs sparked by recent tariffs, the Kleenex tissue maker said.
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Ransomware attacks jumped 46% across industrial sectors: Honeywell
Cybersecurity threats have increased across manufacturing, construction and other sectors, including a surge in activity targeting agriculture and food production.
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Green Bay Packaging to invest $1B in Arkansas paper mill
The multiyear kraft linerboard project in central Arkansas involves purchasing 300 acres of land for potential future expansion.
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Lutnick says Commerce Department ‘renegotiating’ CHIPS contracts
The Commerce Department secretary said he's looking to revamp deals that were "overly generous" as the department seeks to cut its budget by 16.5%.