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  • Ultium Cells manufacturing facility in Warren, Ohio.
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    Ultium workers at Ohio plant vote to unionize

    The battery maker had refused to recognize union efforts, despite a majority of the employees pushing for the labor union.

    By • Dec. 9, 2022
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    BMW battery supplier invests $810M in gigafactory to support new EV production

    Envision AESC will produce lithium-ion batteries designed specifically for BMW’s sixth-generation electric vehicles. 

    By • Dec. 8, 2022
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Manufacturing Dive

    Check out five of our biggest stories of 2025 so far, including updates on semiconductors, the Trump administration and PFAS.

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
  • Inside Enel's head office in Rome.
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    Q&A

    What Enel has planned for its US solar manufacturing

    The company is currently considering sites in the Midwest for its international expansion.

    By • Dec. 7, 2022
  • A Kodiak Robotic 18-wheeler on the road.
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    Kodiak Robotics wins nearly $50M contract to automate U.S. Army ground vehicles

    The startup will work with the Defense Department for two years to deploy the tech in vehicles for off-road environments.

    By • Dec. 6, 2022
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    Courtesy of AstraZeneca

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    AstraZeneca to sell Ohio facility, contract biomanufacturer

    Startup National Resilience will produce some medications for the pharmaceutical giant as part of a long-term supply agreement.

    By • Dec. 5, 2022
  • A Harbinger medium-heavy EV stands in a facility.
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    Harbinger taps former Tesla exec as chief production officer

    Gilbert Passin joins the automaker as it looks to launch its commercial medium-duty EV platform.

    By • Dec. 2, 2022
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    Manufacturing contracts in November as firms brace for lower demand

    Drops in employment and new orders were two factors dragging down two U.S. manufacturing PMIs.

    By • Dec. 1, 2022
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    Hummus maker Sabra bounces back after halting production

    Several months after temporarily shutting down its Virginia plant for repairs, CEO Joey Bergstein said the brand is experiencing a sharp rebound in sales.

    By Christopher Doering • Dec. 1, 2022
  • FujiFilm 2,000-litre mammalian cell culture tank
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    Fujifilm picks North Carolina for $188M cell culture media plant

    The Research Triangle facility will supply liquid and powder solutions that aid in cell growth in anticipation of rising demand to support advanced therapies. 

    By • Nov. 30, 2022
  • A rendering shows plans for two new leading-edge Intel processor factories in Licking County, Ohio.
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    Intel semiconductor project gets contractor for $20B facility

    Phase 1 of the project entails building across 2.5 million square feet of facility. 

    By Matthew Thibault • Nov. 30, 2022
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    Deere & Company boosts year-end production as it plays catch-up on orderbooks

    Work stoppages and supply chain issues slowed production at the start of the year, but demand never eased.

    By • Nov. 29, 2022
  • Infant formula on the shelves.
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    Perrigo buys Nestle assets with plan to expand US baby formula production

    The manufacturer is spending $170 million to add capacity after struggling to meet demand amid formula shortages.

    By • Nov. 28, 2022
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    Tyson will eliminate ‘difficult’ jobs as automation increases

    President and CEO Donnie King did not specify how many positions would be impacted, but said workers would be reassigned to open roles in the company.

    By Chris Casey • Nov. 28, 2022
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    Oatly shifts to hybrid manufacturing in cost-cutting measure

    The oat milk producer says the leaner operating model will reduce capital expenses and allow it to quickly add capacity.

    By • Nov. 23, 2022
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    GlobalFoundries taps new supply chain leader as it grows manufacturing footprint

    Former Cisco executive Ashlie Wallace will lead the firm's logistics, supply planning, sourcing and procurement initiatives.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 23, 2022
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    Courtesy of Solar Panel Inc.

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    First Solar invests $1.1B in Alabama solar module plant

    The $1.1 billion facility will focus on making photovoltaic units to support U.S. energy needs.

    By • Nov. 22, 2022
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    How Lockheed Martin is tackling hypersonic capabilities

    The defense contractor is leveraging additive manufacturing and supporting its supply base to aid hypersonic development.

    By • Nov. 21, 2022
  • A sign that says Illumina is on a curb in front of red brick buildings.
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    Medtech manufacturer cuts workforce by 5% amid supply chain woes

    Layoffs at Illumina are the latest in a series of restructuring actions by life science companies.

    By Nick Paul Taylor • Nov. 18, 2022
  • An image of a Canoo electric vehicle with Walmart's logo.
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    Canoo to repurpose vehicle manufacturing facility in Oklahoma City

    The electric vehicle maker expects to produce up to 20,000 units at the facility, with room to add capacity.

    By • Nov. 17, 2022
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    Deep Dive

    From science to CPG: New ventures create opportunities for startups

    While more established food tech companies had to design and build manufacturing facilities from scratch, entities are working to give those starting out now a smoother beginning.

    By Megan Poinski • Nov. 15, 2022
  • A Future Made in America sign is seen as U.S. President Joe Biden stands in a manufacturing demonstration area at United Performance Metals on May 6, 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio
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    Manufacturing across the U.S.

    Why Ohio is attracting more manufacturing investments

    Growing investments from companies like Ford and Intel highlight the state's tax and talent benefits.

    By Sakshi Udavant • Nov. 15, 2022
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    The Department of Defense seeks additive manufacturing to support hypersonic capabilities

    The agency has asked manufacturers to submit proposals for developing hypersonic components using 3D printing. 

    By • Nov. 14, 2022
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    Battery storage manufacturer delays production to capitalize on federal tax credits

    Eos Energy Enterprises says it will push some of its orders until 2023 to take advantage of Inflation Reduction Act incentives.

    By Stephen Singer • Nov. 10, 2022
  • An attendee walks past the PlayStation logo in the Sony Interactive Entertainment booth during the Tokyo Game Show 2018 on September 20, 2018 in Chiba, Japan.
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    PS5 fans rejoice: Sony says console production is back up

    The electronics maker now aims to exceed its goal of manufacturing 18 million units this year.

    By • Nov. 10, 2022
  • A row of Hyundai SUVs.
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    Hyundai supplier to build factory near automaker’s Georgia EV campus

    Auto parts manufacturer Joon Georgia will invest $317 million to build its plant, slated to open in 2024.

    By • Nov. 9, 2022