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Powering the future: Alabama charges ahead in the South’s growing ‘Battery Belt’
The Alabama Department of Commerce is joining forces with Alabama-based partners this week at The Battery Show South to highlight the state’s growing presence in the advanced battery and electrification sectors — a strategic move to attract future investment as the Southeast continues to solidify its reputation as the nation’s “Battery Belt.”
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SES LLC strengthens aviation presence in Huntsville with new hangar
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama — Science and Engineering Services LLC (SES LLC), an aviation partner to the U.S. government and more than 30 foreign military partners, marked the official opening of a new 111,000-square-foot facility at Huntsville International Airport as it expands its capabilities.
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Alabama’s Pursell Agri-Tech teams with Wastech on fertilizer venture in Malaysia
SYLACAUGA, Alabama— In a groundbreaking move, Alabama-based Pursell Agri-Tech is teaming with Wastech Group, an integrated agricultural and landscaping solutions provider based in Southeast Asia, to establish a state-of-the-art facility in Malaysia dedicated to the production of advanced controlled release fertilizers.
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Powering the future: Alabama charges ahead in the South’s growing ‘Battery Belt’
The Alabama Department of Commerce is joining forces with Alabama-based partners this week at The Battery Show South to highlight the state’s growing presence in the advanced battery and electrification sectors — a strategic move to attract future investment as the Southeast continues to solidify its reputation as the nation’s “Battery Belt.”
5 days ago
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Commerce trade team leads Alabama mission to MEDICA in Germany
DÜSSELDORF, Germany — The Global Business team from the Alabama Department of Commerce is leading a delegation of Alabama small and mid-sized businesses at this week’s MEDICA 2024, the world’s largest event for the medical industry, being held in Germany.
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News in Chemicals
BASF marks 2 major milestones at Huntsville catalyst plant
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama — BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) representatives joined local and state officials today to celebrate a pair of milestones for the company’s Huntsville facility — its 50th anniversary and the production of the 500 millionth catalyst at the site.
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Alabama defense firms seek growth opportunities on Poland trade mission
WARSAW, Poland — The Alabama Department of Commerce and its partners in Export Alabama have launched an international business development mission to Poland, helping state-based companies explore new opportunities in one of Europe’s fastest-growing economies.
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News in Forestry Products
Jasper Lumber’s $135M project signals growth for Alabama’s forestry sector
JASPER, Alabama — Jasper Lumber Co. is nearing completion on a transformative $135 million investment to modernize its sawmill facility, reinforcing its long-term commitment to its Walker County hometown and the state’s thriving forestry industry.
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News in Metal & Advanced Materials
ArcelorMittal plans $1.2 billion Alabama mill to produce electrical steel
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey announced today that ArcelorMittal, one of the world’s leading steel producers, will invest $1.2 billion to build an advanced manufacturing facility in Mobile County to produce a specialty electrical steel that’s used in EV motors and other applications.
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Powering the future: Alabama charges ahead in the South’s growing ‘Battery Belt’
The Alabama Department of Commerce is joining forces with Alabama-based partners this week at The Battery Show South to highlight the state’s growing presence in the advanced battery and electrification sectors — a strategic move to attract future investment as the Southeast continues to solidify its reputation as the nation’s “Battery Belt.”
5 days ago
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Alabama Port Authority kicks off Montgomery rail facility project
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — The Alabama Port Authority, in partnership with CSX, today broke ground on the Montgomery Intermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF), a state-of-the-art facility that will enhance freight mobility and stimulate economic growth throughout the region.
February 27, 2025
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Core Scientific bringing high-performance computing operation to Auburn
AUBURN, Alabama — Core Scientific Inc., a leader in providing digital infrastructure for high-performance computing, is expanding into Auburn. The company plans to invest $135 million to establish its operation in the existing AUBix data center on West Samford Avenue, with an expected total investment of $400 million.
February 19, 2025
