Moving the future forward.
Ahead of the curve.
Alabama is plugged into the future of mobility. No other state can boast of playing instrumental roles in the evolving landscapes of automotive technology, space exploration, aircraft production and shipbuilding. From hybrid and electric vehicles to powerful new rockets and world-class passenger jets, it’s clear that the future of mobility is being Made in Alabama.
1M
vehicles produced annually
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High-volume
3-D printed aircraft
engine part
$2B+
EV-related investments
400+
Airbus aircraft deliveries
Driving the future.
Alabama’s robust aerospace industry is soaring to new heights. Propelled by groundbreaking projects and innovative investments, these efforts continue to add new dimensions to the sector.
Alabama’s status as a global production center for commercial aircraft continues to rise as well, as Airbus expands its manufacturing center and engineering expertise in the state.
The future is also playing out in Alabama’s auto plants. Advanced EVs are rolling off assembly lines with new investments that increase the state’s EV supply chain and training resources that enhance workforces.
Ready for what’s next.
Some of the biggest names in the world call Alabama home, including NASA, Boeing, Airbus, and Lockheed Martin, and a number of auto manufacturers like Mercedes-Benz and Toyota. There are also first-class companies involved in the production of metals and advanced materials.
This all-star roster positions Alabama as a place for the technologies of tomorrow. From battery production to sustainable aviation fuel, there is so much work being done to advance air mobility. Experienced researchers at Alabama universities are also nvestigating game-changing advances in mobility technologies.
Making rocket science happen.
The Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville is a key player in NASA’s ambitious Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon and pave the way for future missions to Mars. The development of the Space Launch System (SLS) at Marshall marks a monumental step towards these goals. With 106 Alabama firms contributing to the project, it reaffirms the state as a leader in space innovation.
North Alabama is also home to the United Launch Alliance (ULA) and America’s largest rocket factory, where the company assembles its next-generation Vulcan Centaur rockets.
Taking off as an aircraft production hub.
Alabama has become a central hub for Airbus in North America, and recent expansions of the company’s only U.S. aircraft factory in Mobile underscore its importance to the company’s global production network.
The addition of a new assembly line for A320 Family passenger jets, following a project to build a line for A220 aircraft, is boosting production capacity and creating 1,000 jobs at the Mobile facility.
Mobile is also home to an Airbus engineering center.
Image: Airbus
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Ready for the EV evolution.
Alabama’s auto industry is making major moves to capitalize on the evolution towards electric vehicles—and it’s getting plenty of support to accelerate new production strategies.
Mercedes-Benz and Hyundai have already begun building EVs at their Alabama assembly plants, and Mercedes has opened a sprawling battery factory in the state. Meanwhile, a growing EV-focused supply chain is taking shape across Alabama.
Altogether, more than $2 billion in new EV-related investments in Alabama have been announced, setting the stage for the creation of 2,500 jobs in the state’s auto sector.
Building a support system for the next chapter.
The industry is finding it has a strong support system in Alabama as it moves toward an EV future.
AIDT, Alabama’s primary workforce development agency, is constructing a $30 million workforce training center in Decatur dedicated to electric vehicles and emerging technologies. The 40,000-square-foot facility is located on the campus of the Alabama Robotics Technology Park, a $73 million complex where AIDT helps companies train workers on advanced R&D and manufacturing technologies.
Another resource is the Alabama Mobility and Power (AMP) Center in Tuscaloosa, which is supporting Alabama’s automotive industry through research and innovation in the EV space.
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Why Alabama?
You can make it here in Alabama.
Alabama is a state of makers, builders, and doers. So, whatever you make or build, you can do it in Alabama. We’re a launching point for aerospace, aviation, and defense. A leader in automotive production. A home for startups, technology, and research breakthroughs. And drawing on our manufacturing roots, we’re helping to usher in the industrial evolution in America.
Logistics & Infrastructure
Alabama’s prime location in the South and on the Gulf Coast grants it nearly unlimited access to the national and international markets. Alabama sits within a one day drive to all of the South and its nearly 150M residents.
Workforce & Training
Alabama’s strong workforce is a major attraction for businesses worldwide, driven by our commitment to skill development. Industry leaders like Mercedes-Benz and Airbus have benefited from on-site training programs in partnership with state workforce agencies; and our state’s focus on education and industrial training through colleges further strengthens Alabama’s appeal to businesses.
Taxes & Incentives
Alabama’s business approach is very inviting, offering global companies incentives, tax benefits, a skilled workforce, and excellent real estate options. Low taxes, affordable utilities, and a reasonable cost of living boost profits, and the state ensure ideal site locations and attractive incentives for long-term success in Alabama.
Project Assistance
Alabama’s Business Development Division actively seeks corporate investors, promotes global expansion for local companies, supports small businesses, and collaborates with various stakeholders for comprehensive investor support. The state also engages with communities to enhance competitiveness and contribute significantly to Alabama’s economic growth strategy, making the state attractive to investors, businesses, and job seekers.