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    Solvay reaches $393M ‘forever chemicals’ settlement with New Jersey

    The proposed deal is the first of its kind to address PFAS contamination in the state, with cleanup efforts around the company’s West Deptford manufacturing site.

    By • July 11, 2023
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    Energy Department invests $45M to bolster US solar manufacturing

    The funding seeks to help establish a domestic solar supply chain to reduce reliance on imports.

    By • July 11, 2023
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    Upskilling a Modern Manufacturing Workforce

    As manufacturing systems change, often becoming more automated and technical, employers are increasingly looking for ways to attract a more skilled workforce.

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
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    Walmart beefs up end-to-end Angus supply chain with new production facility

    The retailer plans to break ground on the facility in Olathe, Kansas, later this year ahead of an expected opening in 2025.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 11, 2023
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    9 more states have sued ‘forever chemicals’ manufacturers

    The lawsuits, filed in May and June, add to a growing list of attorneys general going after companies like DuPont, Chemours and 3M for contaminating their natural resources with PFAS.

    By • July 10, 2023
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    Toyota says ‘breakthrough’ in solid-state EV batteries could significantly drop costs

    The automaker and its joint venture partner Panasonic are also working to reduce battery size and weight by half.

    By • July 10, 2023
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    Biden touts US manufacturing in Enphase Energy visit

    The president was in South Carolina on Thursday showcasing the solar equipment manufacturer’s plans to invest $60 million in domestic production.

    By • July 7, 2023
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    Manufacturing slowed in June to some of its lowest levels this year

    More companies turned to layoffs last month as soft demand pushed manufacturers to cut costs.

    By • July 6, 2023
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    New solar venture to invest up to $1.5B on domestic operation

    VSK Energy aims to develop a vertically integrated solar manufacturing operation in the U.S. to help reduce reliance on other countries for key components. 

    By • July 6, 2023
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    Harley-Davidson appoints new CFO

    Jonathan Root, the former SVP of financial services, is replacing Gina Goetter, who left the company for Hasbro in April.

    By • July 6, 2023
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    Pratt Industries opens $253M box factory in Texas

    The advanced manufacturing facility, the company’s fifth in Texas, will produce 100% recycled corrugated boxes and create 375 jobs.

    By Katie Pyzyk • July 5, 2023
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    Stellantis and Archer Aviation on track for launching Georgia air taxi factory

    Construction on the facility is “well underway” as the companies work towards scalable manufacturing of Archer’s flagship aircraft in time for the facility’s opening in 2024. 

    By • July 5, 2023
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    EPA proposes tightened PCE chemical manufacturing regulations

    The agency seeks to limit the use of the material often used in dry cleaning and adhesives.

    By • July 5, 2023
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    Spirit AeroSystems restores Kansas plant operations after new contract ratified

    Union members approved the Boeing supplier’s new offer on Thursday, ending weeks of negotiations and a labor strike that began last week.

    By • June 30, 2023
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    McCormick & Co. names insider Brendan Foley as CEO

    The CPG veteran, who joined the flavor and spice manufacturer in 2014 and most recently served as its COO, will take over on Sept. 1 from outgoing chief Lawrence Kurzius. 

    By Christopher Doering • June 30, 2023
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    Entegris breaks ground on $600M Colorado facility

    The semiconductor materials supplier’s campus will accommodate the increased chip demand following the passage of the CHIPS and Science Act.

    By • June 30, 2023
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    Energy Department to release $2B in EV manufacturing grants

    The grant program will prioritize retooling plants that face closure and help automakers tackle the cost of EV production.

    By • June 29, 2023
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    Micron plans first chip factory in India

    U.S. chipmakers are diversifying their manufacturing networks as the Biden administration urges them to invest outside of China.

    By • June 29, 2023
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    BMW breaks ground on $700M South Carolina battery assembly plant

    The factory is part of the German automaker’s $1.7 billion investment to produce fully electric vehicles.

    By • June 28, 2023
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    Intel revamps its manufacturing business in pursuit of contract chipmaker growth

    The segment will operate as a standalone unit, underpinning the semiconductor firm's fledgling foundry business.

    By • June 28, 2023
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    Spirit AeroSystems, IAM reach tentative contract agreement

    Union members will vote Thursday on whether to ratify the contract.

    By • June 28, 2023
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    Pratt & Whitney to invest $206M expanding Georgia plant

    The aviation parts manufacturer is upping production capacity for its popular GTF engine used by Embraer and Airbus.

    By • June 28, 2023
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    Lordstown Motors files for bankruptcy, sues investor Foxconn

    The startup EV maker said Chapter 11 was its "only viable option" after one of the world's biggest contract manufacturers failed to deliver on a $170 million investment.

    By • June 28, 2023
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    GKN Aerospace to close Missouri plant, lay off over 700

    The first round of layoffs is slated to start Aug. 25 as the company winds down the plant’s operations.

    By • June 27, 2023
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    Cell and gene therapy manufacturing: the next generation of startups

    Young companies are looking to overcome bottlenecks in making new drugs by developing in-house production capabilities.

    By Gwendolyn Wu • June 27, 2023
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    FDA greenlights Bristol Myers Squibb cell therapy facility in Massachusetts

    The drugmaker is expanding its production capacity to meet rising patient demand.

    By • June 26, 2023