manufacturing

Economy

Lockheed Martin to invest in Pike County production facility

Lockheed Martin signed an incentive agreement with Alabama to invest $150 million and create new jobs at its Pike County facility.

March 12, 2026

Hadrian to partner with Navy on northwest Alabama defense project

Representative Robert Aderholt confirmed the manufacturing firm Hadrian partnered with the Navy to bolster the defense supply chain in northwest Alabama.

March 11, 2026

German chain manufacturer to invest $34M into new Auburn operation

State and local officials celebrated the investment as a win for Alabama's manufacturing sector.

Alex Jobin

January 28, 2026

Philip Morris highlights commitment to America through new ad campaign

PMI unveiled "Invested in America," a campaign highlighting the company's contributions to job growth and manufacturing.

July 11, 2025

Tuberville, Britt sign Growing America’s Small Businesses and Manufacturing Act

The bill currently has 11 Republican co-sponsors, including Britt and Tuberville.

Alex Jobin

May 14, 2025

Opinion

Alabama is powering America’s AI race, manufacturing and energy security

Alabama is becoming a powerhouse on the national stage like never before.

Gifford Briggs

April 23, 2025

ACCS and AAMA to offer scholarships for automotive manufacturing

Applications for the $4,000 individual scholarships are now open to students.

March 4, 2025

Opinion

Alabama’s workforce is key to the future of manufacturing

Manufacturing is one of Alabama’s economic pillars, supporting 267,700 jobs.

Dr. Patricia G. Sims

February 20, 2025

Opinion

Congress must act to keep Alabama manufacturing protected, healthy and growing

Failure to take quick congressional action will result in manufacturers and manufacturing workers paying a steep price.

Will Ainsworth

January 28, 2025

Opinion

Trump 2.0 will uplift Alabama’s economy

Trump’s election will almost assuredly help boost Alabama’s robust defense industry.

Randy Howell

November 29, 2024