Mesabi Metallics, Eli Lilly, and Hanwha Defense lead this week’s manufacturing investments with projects valued at more than $2 billion each. Other investments span tires, automotive technology, advanced manufacturing, and workforce training. Click on the original articles to learn more. If you know of a relevant investment or program, please share it with us at Content@IMTS.com.Mesabi Metallics – $15 Billion – Lee County, Iowa: Mesabi Metallics plans to build a plant capable of producing 10 million tons of high-grade steel annually for defense applications. The project is expected to create up to 1,750 jobs and open in 2030. Eli Lilly and Company – $6.5 Billion – Houston, Texas: Lilly plans to build a next-generation facility for synthetic medicine active pharmaceutical ingredients. The project is expected to create 615 jobs and open within five years. Hanwha Defense – $2.2 Billion – Pine Bluff, Arkansas: Hanwha Defense USA plans to build an advanced manufacturing and munitions campus at the U.S. Army’s Pine Bluff Arsenal. The project is expected to create 400 jobs over seven years. Pirelli – $1.2 Billion – Rome, Georgia: The tire manufacturer plans a two-phase factory expansion to add its latest-generation robotics equipment and additional manufacturing capacity. The project is expected to be completed in 2033. Givaudan – $215 Million – West Harrison, Indiana: The Switzerland-based flavors, fragrances, and ingredients manufacturer plans to establish operations in Indiana, creating more than 250 jobs. Astemo Americas – $112 Million – Madison County, Kentucky: Astemo Americas plans to expand its Madison County operation, creating 114 jobs. Amazon – $100 Million – Greenwood, Indiana: Amazon is investing in a 585,000-square-foot advanced manufacturing facility to produce equipment for its fulfillment and robotics network. The project is expected to create 300 jobs and launch by 2028. Elgin Community College – $88 Million – Elgin, Illinois: The college opened an $88 million Manufacturing & Technology Center focused on workforce education and advanced manufacturing training. Further Reading:12 New Manufacturing Investments This Week: September 2113 New Manufacturing Investments This Week: September 2
Mesabi Metallics, Eli Lilly, and Hanwha Defense lead this week’s manufacturing investments with projects valued at more than $2 billion each.
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