North Alabama airport to host MRO operation creating up to 250 jobs
TANNER, Alabama — Huntsville-based Acquisition Integration, a distribution, logistics and services company serving the commercial and military aerospace and vehicles industries, plans to establish a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) operation at Pryor Field Regional Airport. Acquisition Integration (AI) has developed a four-phase plan to build 170,000 square feet of hangar and office space, calling…
Governor Ivey signs ‘Game Plan’ to solidify Alabama’s economic future
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey today signed four economic growth bills that she has coined as The Game Plan. The package of bills, designed to secure Alabama’s economic future, received overwhelming approval from the Legislature. At a ceremony this afternoon, Governor Ivey thanked lawmakers for their bipartisan support of The Game Plan, saying the…
Governor Ivey launches ‘Game Plan’ package of economic development bills
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey today launched her plan for Alabama’s continued economic success, The Game Plan, a proposed package of four economic development bills that will strengthen the state’s competitiveness for job-creating projects. Governor Ivey was joined by top leadership of the Alabama Legislature to signal bipartisan support for The Game Plan. During a press…
Alabama Germany Partnership marks 25 years of advancing ‘special relationship’
PRATTVILLE, Alabama — The Alabama Germany Partnership (AGP) marked a milestone Thursday night with an event that celebrated the 25th anniversary of its founding and recognized German companies that are growing in the state with new investments. The AGP, a non-profit member-based organization established in 1998, is dedicated to strengthening the economic and cultural ties…
Alabama’s 2022 projects to inject record $10.1 billion in new investment
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Economic development activity in Alabama generated $10.1 billion in new capital investment during 2022, a new annual record and another indicator of strength in the state’s economy. Governor Kay Ivey announced today that the 2022 Alabama Economic Development Impact Report, compiled by the Alabama Department of Commerce, shows that investment tied to…
‘Made in Alabama’ brand marks 10 years of sharing state success stories
The Alabama Department of Commerce’s “Made in Alabama” brand is marking its 10th anniversary, a significant milestone for a long-lasting state marketing campaign that helped propel a robust period of economic development. Commerce Secretary Greg Canfield launched the “Made in Alabama” brand at a press event on the Capitol steps in Montgomery on March 19,…
Pack Health to expand Birmingham operation with 200 new positions
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — Leading patient-engagement company Pack Health, a Quest Diagnostics company, today announced plans to add at least 200 new full-time employee positions through an expansion at its Birmingham facility that will create a significant economic impact in the region. As a result of the company’s growth throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, when many turned…
Peak North America USA creating 175 jobs with new Alabama facility
MOBILE, Alabama — Peak North America USA plans to invest $24 million to open a facility in Mobile County’s Irvington community that will provide equipment and services to the wood products industry. The project will create 175 jobs over the next four years, according to an announcement today by the Mobile Chamber. “Peak North America…
Gulf Distributing to expand activities with growth project in Mobile
MOBILE, Alabama — Gulf Distributing, one of the oldest beverage distributors in the Southeast, announced plans today to relocate its operations from Moffett Road to Downtown Mobile as part of a project that will create 25 jobs and solidify its future in the city. The company will overhaul the former Press Register Building, located at…
EV charging station manufacturer opening first U.S. location in Alabama
AUBURN, Alabama — A new product will soon be added to Auburn’s manufacturing base — battery-buffered fast electric charging stations. ADS-TEC Energy is establishing its first U.S. location in Auburn that will include sales, warehousing and assembly to serve the North American market. ADS-TEC Energy plans to invest $8 million and create approximately 180 jobs…
