Manufacturers make things, and they make things happen. From small job shops to multi-national giants, the growth of manufacturing companies has tangible results on individual lives and larger communities. Investment in the manufacturing industry strengthens America’s overall economy. AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, the owner and operator of IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show, tracks investments in manufacturing infrastructure and workforce development to help members prepare for future opportunities. Here are 10 of the most exciting growth areas from last week. 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.Gov. Pritzker and IBM Collaborate to Bring 750 New Jobs to the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park: FutureNow Chicago will create 750 new full-time jobs and serve as an innovation and delivery hub, helping IBM clients and industry partners solve complex business and technology challenges while creating clear pathways to careers for local Illinois talent. General Motors’ U.S. Manufacturing Investments Climb to Over $6 Billion: General Motors is investing a combined $830 million to strengthen three key propulsion sites across its U.S. manufacturing footprint. This announcement brings GM’s investments in domestic manufacturing to over $6 billion in just the past 12 months.U.S. Steel Announces First-of-its-Kind in the United States DRI Facility at Big River Steel Works: United States Steel Corporation announced a $1.9 billion investment to build a new direct reduced iron facility at Big River Steel Works in Osceola, Arkansas — the first of its kind in the United States.Anheuser‑Busch Increases Investment in U.S. Manufacturing to $600 Million: Anheuser-Busch announced it is expanding its commitment to creating and sustaining American manufacturing jobs by investing $600 million in U.S. operations across 2025 and 2026.New Pitt County Medical Device Manufacturing Facility: Medical device manufacturer Nipro is investing $398 million in a new North Carolina facility, creating 232 new jobs over five years. Skydio’s $3.5 Billion U.S. Drone Expansion Begins: Skydio, the largest U.S.-based drone manufacturer, unveiled a planned $3.5 billion investment in the United States over the next five years to grow manufacturing capacity, accelerate research and development, and strengthen supply chains.Lumentum Holdings Opens New Manufacturing Facility in Greensboro: Lumentum plans to invest hundreds of millions of dollars over the next several years in a 240,000-square-foot facility in Greensboro, N.C. The facility will produce advanced optical components used in artificial intelligence data centers.Sub-Zero Investing $196M in Cedar Rapids, Adding 300 Jobs: Sub-Zero Group Inc. is investing nearly $200 million to expand its Cedar Rapids, Iowa, advanced manufacturing facility, bringing more than 300 new jobs to the area and adding more than 230,000 square feet to the existing plant. Railway Industry Manufacturer GHH-Bonatrans to Establish First North America Location in New York’s Southern Tier: GHH-BONATRANS, a global leader in railway component manufacturing with operations in the Czech Republic and Germany, will invest up to $93 million to establish its first North American production facility in Steuben County, New York.New $50M Plant Expansion Brings 100 Jobs, Boosts EV Industry in Effingham County: Sewon America completed a $50 million facility expansion in Effingham County, Georgia, expected to bring approximately 100 new jobs to the area while supporting the production of automotive components for electric vehicles.
Manufacturing is growing fast. Track 10 recent investments in infrastructure and workforce development and prepare for future opportunities.
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