News
Germany’s Heiche plans Alabama manufacturing facility with 73 jobs
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey announced today that Germany-based Heiche Surface Technologies plans a substantial investment to open an advanced metals coating facility in Jasper, creating at least 73 jobs and expanding Walker County’s footprint in Alabama’s auto industry. Heiche, whose customers include automakers and suppliers, will locate its manufacturing operation to a more…
Alabama treasures gift guide offers last-minute inspiration
If you’re still looking for last-minute shopping inspiration, you don’t have to look far. Alabama is home to talented artists, builders, growers and others who make distinctive items. For proof, see Part 1 and Part 2 of the 2020 Made In Alabama Holiday Gift Guide. But that’s not all. This state has a rich history…
Auburn’s SiO2 launches production of high-tech COVID-19 vaccine vials
AUBURN, Alabama – Governor Kay Ivey joined leaders of SiO2 Materials Science and other officials at a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to mark the opening of a facility where the Auburn company has launched production of unique vials to be used in the delivery of COVID-19 vaccines. The milestone celebrated at SiO2’s new production facility comes…
Transportation partners team for new logistics park in Alabama
MOBILE, Alabama – Alabama officials today announced that CN, a Canadian transportation company, is collaborating with Alabama Export Railroad and Ray-Mont Logistics to launch the first phase of a new, high-tech logistics park in Mobile. Opening in late 2021, the first phase of the facility will serve to bag plastic pellets for containerized shipping around…
Mercedes to launch production of electric vehicles in Alabama in 2022
VANCE, Alabama – Alabama’s Mercedes-Benz plant will begin producing luxury electric SUVs in 2022, part of a major rollout of new vehicle technology and manufacturing coordination at the automaker’s facilities around the world. The company on Monday revealed new details of its “Electric First” strategy, which keeps it on the path to CO2 neutrality and…
Part 2 of the 2020 Made in Alabama Holiday Gift Guide showcases local bounty
It’s always important to shop local, but in 2020, it means so much more. Businesses across Alabama have stretched, pivoted and endured in ways they never dreamed possible to meet the huge challenges of this year. And now, with Christmas around the corner, they’re looking to finish strong. Take Boozer Farms, for example. Taylor Boozer…
SteelFab Inc. to invest $23.6 million in Alabama growth plans
ROANOKE, Alabama – SteelFab Inc. plans to expand its structural steel facility in east Alabama with a $23.6 million project that will create over 30 jobs and position the plant for future growth, according to the Randolph County Economic Development Authority. The company, one of the nation’s leading fabricator of structural steel, selected the Roanoke…
Home for the holidays: Outfit the abode with Alabama-made gifts
It’s been a year marked by working at home, schooling at home and just generally staying at home, so the star of the 2020 Made in Alabama Holiday Gift Guide should come as no surprise. This year, it’s all about the home, and there are plenty of options from Alabama artists, makers and growers. “Talented…
Mazda Toyota Manufacturing to launch second wave of production hiring
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama – Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, the joint-venture automotive plant between Mazda Motor Corp. and Toyota Motor Corp., plans to resume the hiring of production positions at its Huntsville assembly facility on Monday. The company will make its public announcement during a Facebook event on at 3:30pm Thursday. “When you join the Mazda Toyota Manufacturing…
With CARES funding, HomTex plans Selma PPE factory, creating 300 jobs
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — HomTex Inc. plans to open a manufacturing plant in Selma that will produce personal protective equipment and will create over 300 jobs, made possible by $10.5 million in funding from the CARES Act. In an announcement this morning, Governor Kay Ivey outlined HomTex’s plans for the Dallas County facility, which will produce…