Pfizer to expand biologics production with acquisition of biotech facility

The North Carolina site acquired from Abzena will be used for clinical-stage manufacturing, a spokesperson said.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 27, 2023

Baby formula maker buys manufacturing site to grow production

ByHeart will now own three facilities with the aim of producing enough formula to feed 500,000 infants a year. 

By Kate Magill • Jan. 25, 2023

Tesla to invest $3.6B in 2 more Nevada manufacturing sites

The plants will produce battery cells and EV semi trucks, adding to its gigafactory footprint in the state.

By Kate Magill • Jan. 25, 2023

How one company is hoping to build a major lithium production site in Nevada

With a $700 million loan commitment from the Department of Energy, Ioneer hopes to launch a site that could produce enough lithium to support 370,000 EVs annually.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 24, 2023

Nestlé invests $43M in Wisconsin factory expansion

The CPG giant will increase capacity for its Boost and Carnation Breakfast Essentials drinks and the zero waste-to-landfill facility will have several energy, water and waste saving features.

By Chris Casey • Jan. 23, 2023

Major factory construction projects to watch in 2023

From semiconductors to solar panel plants, here are seven major U.S. manufacturing projects to keep an eye on this year. 

By Sakshi Udavant • Jan. 23, 2023

Graphite producers partner to build processing site in Canada

The collaboration between Northern Graphite Corporation and Graphex Technologies will help grow North America’s capacity for the critical mineral.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 20, 2023

JA Solar to invest $60M in first US manufacturing facility

The solar panel maker said the new site will become the largest PV panel plant in Arizona.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 20, 2023

Cell therapy company to grow Maryland operations

Gilead-owned Kite plans to build a new warehouse amid push to bring control of raw materials in-house.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 19, 2023

Industrial manufacturer Johnson Controls acquires Norway-based chip maker

The company's purchase of Hybrid Energy AS will help boost its growth in the European market.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 18, 2023

GKN Aerospace relocates additive R&D facility to Texas

The move will establish the aerospace company’s fourth Global Technology Center in proximity to major clients.  

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 17, 2023

Lotte completes $160M purchase of biopharma facility in New York

The South-Korea based group will break into contract biologics manufacturing with the purchase of Bristol Myers Squibb’s East Syracuse plant. 

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 13, 2023

Third Hyundai supplier sets up factory near upcoming EV plant

Tier 1 supplier Ecoplastic Corporation will build a plant in southeast Georgia to support Hyundai’s first U.S. EV campus.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 12, 2023

Tesla eyes $776M expansion at Texas Gigafactory

The additional space is expected to help the company boost production from 3,000 vehicles per week to 5,000 when completed.

By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 12, 2023

South Korea’s Q Cells to spend $2.5B on US solar plant

President Joe Biden said the announcement marks the single largest investment in the country's solar industry.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 11, 2023

Stellantis to manufacture electric air taxis for Archer Aviation

The automaker aims to mass produce the startup’s Midnight eVOTL aircraft as its exclusive contract manufacturer.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 10, 2023

Form Energy to build first US battery plant in West Virginia

The iron-air battery maker will invest $760 million to build a factory at the site of a former steel plant.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 9, 2023

Contract medical device maker acquires parts manufacturer

Cadence plans to leverage Utitec’s expertise in medical and commercial parts production.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 9, 2023

Oatly sells two plants as part of hybrid manufacturing model

Ya YA Foods will take over most assets at the Texas and Utah facilities, as the plant-based food producer looks to cut costs and focus on product innovation.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 6, 2023

Health food maker expands into Tennessee with $2.2M investment

HealthVerve Food Manufacturing USA is working to meet growing demand for shelf-stable beverages through its expansion.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 5, 2023

Bunge to spend $550M on protein concentrate plant

The Indiana facility, which will create about 70 full-time jobs, will make key ingredients used in the production of plant-based foods, processed meat and other products.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 5, 2023

EV production topped the manufacturing news cycle in 2022

From building factories to securing raw materials, automakers made big moves this year to push into the EV market.

By Kate Magill • Dec. 27, 2022

Industrial truck maker invests $40M to expand South Carolina plant

Kion North America plans to reshore key component production through its expansion, slated for completion in 2024. 

By Megan Ruggles • Dec. 22, 2022

Energy Dept. to invest up to $72M to expand clean energy workforce efforts

The government will create new Industrial Assessment Centers, which train future engineers and help small manufacturers reduce their energy use.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 21, 2022

Cosmetics maker expands operations in Dallas-Fort Worth area

Beauty Manufacturing Solutions Corp will invest $150 million to construct its second advanced facility in the region.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 21, 2022