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    Rivian lands conditional $6.6B loan from Department of Energy

    The funds would revive construction of the company’s electric vehicle factory in Georgia.

    By Larry Avila • Nov. 27, 2024
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    Lyten acquires Cuberg’s battery factory

    The battery maker plans to invest up to $20 million in the plant to convert the facility to produce lithium-sulfur batteries and expand production.

    By Nov. 27, 2024
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    Trendline

    Automation in manufacturing operations

    Companies are investing in a variety of automation initiatives to enhance factory performance and save costs.

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
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    e-Storage subsidiary to build $712M plant in Kentucky

    Shelbyville Battery Manufacturing is establishing a cell, module and packaging facility and is set to begin production in 2025.

    By Nov. 27, 2024
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    BAE Systems, Rocket Labs’ CHIPS awards allocated

    The finalized awards come as the Biden administration tries to quickly roll out CHIPS funding ahead of Trump’s term.

    By Nov. 26, 2024
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    Johns Hopkins surgeon Makary is Trump’s pick to lead FDA

    A prolific medical research and author, Martin Makary criticized the FDA and CDC for their decision-making during the pandemic, although he describes himself as pro-vaccine.

    By Jonathan Gardner , Ned Pagliarulo • Nov. 26, 2024
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    Hydration beverage brand Electrolit invests $400M in first US plant

    The liquid company, with nearly half a billion in annual sales nationwide, is doubling down on its recent success and the popularity of electrolyte-infused drinks.

    By Chris Casey • Nov. 25, 2024
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    How manufacturers can meet building performance standards

    As more cities implement higher sustainability standards, simple changes can help manufacturers ensure their plant meet emissions targets. 

    By Michelle No • Nov. 25, 2024
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    Trailer maker Faymonville Group to build Arkansas facility

    The company is investing more than $100 million to establish its first U.S. trailer manufacturing plant in Little Rock.

    By Nov. 22, 2024
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    Rivian locks in 5-year battery deal with LG Energy Solution

    The U.S.-based battery production will help Rivian meet Inflation Reduction Act standards, positioning the R2 to qualify for EV tax credits.

    By Larry Avila • Nov. 21, 2024
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    WK Kellogg Co bets big on factory revamp to boost performance

    The cereal company’s plans to replace aging technology is taking shape, with $96 million spent on infrastructure so far this year.

    By Chris Casey • Nov. 21, 2024
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    Spirit AeroSystems to sell specialty textile subsidiary for $165M

    The Boeing supplier is selling Fiber Materials Inc. to specialty textile maker Tex-Tech as it tries to make money amid a challenging financial year.

    By Nov. 21, 2024
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    Thermo Fisher eliminating 160 jobs, closing Massachusetts facility

    A factory in Lexington will close and employees at Cambridge and Plainville plants will be laid off starting in January.

    By Nick Paul Taylor • Nov. 21, 2024
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    First Solar hit by manufacturing issues, terminated contracts in Q3

    The solar manufacturer's revenue declined 10.8% year over year as the clean energy regulatory environment remains unstable.

    By Nov. 20, 2024
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    Stellantis to lay off 400 workers at Detroit material logistics facility

    The latest job cuts follow the automaker's earlier layoff announcement of 1,100 UAW-represented employees at the automaker’s Toledo South Assembly Plant in Ohio.

    By Eric Walz • Nov. 20, 2024
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    Sumitomo Rubber to lay off 1,380 workers, close New York tire plant

    The Japan-based company ceased production at the Tonawanda plant on Nov. 7 and plans to import tires from other global facilities.

    By Nov. 19, 2024
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    Microporous to build $1.4B Virginia battery separator plant

    The company is set to receive up to $100 million in federal funds for the Danville facility.

    By Updated Nov. 19, 2024
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    2025 Outlook: How U.S. manufacturers will face challenges and growth opportunities

    Explore how middle-market manufacturing leaders are navigating several key trends, the challenges they face and which growth opportunities they plan to prioritize.

    Nov. 18, 2024
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    Spirit AeroSystems endures $477M loss in Q3, raises red flag

    Losses have soared to $1.5 billion this year as the company weathers Boeing’s commercial airplane facilities’ strike.

    By Nov. 15, 2024
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    Campbell Soup sells Noosa to fresh foods manufacturer Lakeview Farms

    The CPG giant will also divest Noosa’s manufacturing facility in Bellvue, Colorado.

    By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 2024
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    Pallidus ditches South Carolina manufacturing plant plans

    The chip component maker formerly announced it planned to invest $443 million to build a facility in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

    By Nov. 14, 2024
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    Freyr Battery enters solar manufacturing space

    The company will pay $340 million for a Trina Solar facility and begin construction on another 5 GW solar manufacturing facility next year.

    By Diana DiGangi • Nov. 13, 2024
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    Satellite startup Akash Systems to receive $18.2M in CHIPS funding

    The satellite component maker will use the funds to support its move into chip cooling technology production.

    By Nov. 13, 2024
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    AstraZeneca invests $3.5B in US manufacturing, R&D

    The UK-based pharmaceutical company will create over 1,000 jobs by the end of 2026.

    By Nov. 13, 2024
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    Trump’s tariffs: How manufacturers can prepare

    Frontloading commodity imports could be a temporary solution, but diversified sourcing will be critical long term, experts say.

    By Nov. 12, 2024
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    4 manufacturing issues to watch under a new Trump administration

    President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda could mean raised tariffs, lower taxes and curtailed clean energy subsidies.

    By Nov. 12, 2024