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Alabama delegation to build bonds at SEUS-Canada Business Forum
The Alabama Department of Commerce will lead a delegation to the 2025 Southeast U.S.-Canadian Provinces (SEUS-CP) Business Forum, beginning Sunday in Saint John, New Brunswick. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Ed Castile will head the three-day mission, which focuses on expanding trade and investment opportunities across three key sectors: food and beverage, advanced manufacturing and energy.…
New warehouse strengthens Alabama’s logistics and manufacturing backbone
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — Officials gathered Wednesday to mark the grand opening of a new 25,000-square-foot warehouse at the Port Birmingham terminal — a milestone development poised to significantly elevate the storage and logistics capabilities of Alabama’s inland waterway system. Purpose-built to handle cold rolled steel coils, the facility brings a new level of efficiency and throughput to…
NEAR Megasite receives additional $3.3 million in SEEDS funding
ETOWAH COUNTY, Alabama — The Etowah County Commission was awarded a second SEEDS grant to support critical water and sewer infrastructure at the NEAR Megasite, marking another significant investment from the State of Alabama toward the county’s economic development efforts. This new funding, provided by the Alabama State Industrial Development Authority (SIDA) through the state’s…
‘Made in Alabama’ hat goes national — now available for purchase
What started as a proud moment for one Alabama family has turned into a wave of statewide pride — and some unexpected national buzz. Last week, Lauren Rowland of the Alabama Department of Commerce visited “The Today Show” set in New York City with her family, proudly wearing the department’s signature “Made in Alabama” ball…
SEEDS grant positions Montgomery region for economic growth
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — The Alabama Department of Commerce on Wednesday formally presented the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce and the Montgomery Industrial Development Board (IDB) with a $1.27 million SEEDS grant — marking a significant investment in the capital region’s industrial growth, future site development, and logistics readiness. The grant, awarded through the State Industrial…
Alabama officials cheer milestone anniversary of Hyundai’s Montgomery plant
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Alabama officials on Tuesday celebrated Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama’s 20 years of automotive production in Montgomery, praising the automaker’s economic impact, job creation and commitment to quality. Since its grand opening on May 20, 2005, Hyundai Alabama (HMMA) has built 6.2 million vehicles, assembled a workforce topping 4,000 team members, and helped…
Commerce volunteers at Heart of Alabama Food Bank to support hunger relief efforts
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — On Monday, the Alabama Department of Commerce took a hands-on role in fighting food insecurity by volunteering at the Heart of Alabama Food Bank in Montgomery. From 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., Commerce team members dedicated their time to assist with food bank operations, demonstrating the department’s ongoing commitment to serving communities across…
Governor Ivey signs ‘Powering Growth’ plan to energize future economic gains
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed into law comprehensive legislation designed to solidify accelerate economic development and address potential critical energy infrastructure supply chain vulnerabilities across Alabama. The “Powering Growth” plan includes the establishment of the Alabama Energy Infrastructure Bank, a strategic plan to mitigate long lead times for crucial energy equipment…
Brasfield & Gorrie celebrates investment project with new Birmingham jobs
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — General contractor Brasfield & Gorrie this week celebrated the addition of a three-story, 28,500-square-foot expansion that sits adjacent to its existing headquarters in Birmingham’s Lakeview District. The $18.9 million investment in its campus and hometown has already supported the creation of 64 new jobs in the city. The growth project was announced in January…
Alabama team heads to SelectUSA to expand foreign investment wins
Businesses based in countries around the globe continue to find a welcoming home in Alabama, as the state’s foreign direct investment (FDI) reached $3.5 billion last year, driving job growth in several key industries. Communities across the state attracted 50 FDI projects during 2024, resulting in more than 3,700 job commitments in automotive manufacturing plants,…