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Alabama team kicks off trade mission to Australia to strengthen business ties
SYDNEY, Australia — The Alabama Department of Commerce is leading a trade mission to Australia this week, bringing together a delegation of six Alabama companies and key state economic development partners to expand international connections and identify new business opportunities in a rapidly growing market. During the mission, the delegation will engage in scheduled business-to-business meetings,…
Alabama expands aviation training to meet soaring industry demand
OPELIKA, Alabama — Southern Union State Community College celebrated a significant milestone as the first class of its Aviation Maintenance Technology program graduated, marking another step forward in Alabama’s ongoing effort to strengthen the talent pipeline for the aerospace and aviation industries. Nineteen Southern Union students recently completed the two-year program, making them eligible to…
Gov. Ivey announces launch of Alabama Department of Workforce to transform state’s economic future
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey today announced the launch of the Alabama Department of Workforce (ADOW), a milestone that marks the most comprehensive transformation of workforce efforts in state history. The new department was officially unveiled during a kickoff event on the steps of the Alabama State Capitol, bringing together industry leaders, education partners, government officials…
Airbus inaugurates new A320 Final Assembly Line at Mobile facility
MOBILE, Alabama — Airbus on Monday celebrated the inauguration of its new A320 Family Final Assembly Line (FAL) at its campus in the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley, marking a major expansion of the company’s U.S. manufacturing presence and a milestone moment for Alabama’s aerospace industry. The new A320 FAL represents the latest step in Airbus’ long-term commitment…
Wellborn Cabinet celebrates opening of new Alabama cabinet plant, targets 400 jobs
OXFORD, Alabama — Wellborn Cabinet inaugurated its new, $28 million manufacturing facility in Calhoun County with a ceremony this week that marked a milestone for the region’s growing manufacturing sector. The 250,000-square-foot First Haven Cabinetry facility began operations in August and currently employs 85 people. Located on 60 acres in the Oxford West Industrial Park, the new facility…
EDPA launches statewide technology attraction strategy focused on founders
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — The Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA), in coordination with the Alabama Department of Commerce and Innovate Alabama, today announced a comprehensive statewide strategy to recruit and support high- growth technology companies. The approach is organized around the principle of “Alabama Puts Founders First” and brings together new and expanded initiatives to help startups…
SAC 2025: Gov. Ivey touts growth, innovation in Alabama auto industry
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey told industry figures at the Southern Automotive Conference (SAC) today that the auto sector will continue to thrive across the region — driving both economic growth and job creation. “I think we all agree that ‘Made in the South’ is more than a slogan,” Governor Ivey said, referencing the…
Glaukos breaks ground on high-tech facility in Huntsville, eyes 150 jobs
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama — Glaukos Corp., a global leader in ophthalmic pharmaceuticals and medical technologies, kicked off a project to open a new, state-of-the-art research, development and manufacturing facility in Huntsville. The project, located on 25 acres Cummings Research Park, will feature a 200,000-square-foot advanced facility dedicated to developing novel therapies for glaucoma, corneal disorders and retinal diseases. California-based Glaukos said…
National publication ranks Alabama as a top state for doing business
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey announced today that Alabama has been ranked among the nation’s top 10 states for doing business by “Area Development” magazine, reflecting the state’s strong economic fundamentals and business-friendly environment. In the publication’s 2025 Top States for Doing Business report, Alabama ranked No. 8 overall, scoring especially high in categories that are crucial to attracting…
Meta to expand Montgomery data hub, pushing total investment to $1.5 billion
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Meta plans an expansion of its Montgomery Data Center, bringing the technology company’s total investment in Alabama’s capital region to more than $1.5 billion. The news was shared during a closed construction tour with state and regional leaders, reinforcing Montgomery’s position as one of the Southeast’s fastest-growing technology and innovation hubs, according…