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Neil Perry is Content Director for Outlook Publishing.
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Engineered for America : How ABB’s $100 Million New Berlin Investment Strengthens U.S. Manufacturing

ABB is spotlighting its growing U.S. manufacturing footprint through its new “Engineered for America” campaign, centred around a $100 million investment in its flagship New Berlin, Wisconsin campus and a broader push to strengthen domestic production, R&D, and workforce development.

The Billion Dollar Manufacturing Investment Behind Volvo’s New Fully Electric EX60

Volvo Cars has officially started production of its new fully electric EX60 SUV, marking a major manufacturing milestone for both the company and Sweden’s automotive sector.

How GE Appliances Is Scaling AI Across Manufacturing and Supply Chains with Google Cloud

GE Appliances is deploying AI at scale across its manufacturing and supply chain operations, using Google Cloud’s Gemini Enterprise to drive faster decision-making, improve product quality, and increase operational efficiency.

“Manufacturing is Entering a New Era”: Pascal Daloz Dassault Systèmes CEO on OMRON Partnership

A new partnership between Dassault Systèmes and OMRON Corporation is targeting one of manufacturing’s most persistent challenges: the disconnect between digital design and shopfloor execution.

Accenture, Avanade and Microsoft Unveil ‘Agentic Factory’ to Cut Manufacturing Downtime

Accenture and Avanade, in collaboration with Microsoft, have introduced a new “agentic factory” intelligence system designed to help manufacturers reduce downtime and improve shop floor performance through AI-driven operations.

Built for America : GE Appliances Invests $28M in Automation and Workforce Infrastructure

GE Appliances has announced a $28 million investment in its refrigeration manufacturing facility in Decatur, Alabama, focused on automation upgrades and workforce infrastructure, including a new on-site healthcare clinic.

ABB Invests $75 Million in India to Expand Manufacturing and R&D Capacity

ABB is investing approximately $75 million in India during 2026 to expand manufacturing and research and development capacity as the technology group scales production for electrification, automation and industrial infrastructure markets.

Whirlpool Expands U.S. Manufacturing Footprint with New Ohio Facility Investment

Whirlpool Corporation is expanding its North American manufacturing network with a $60 million investment in a new Ohio production facility, adding further capacity to support its domestic appliance supply chain.

“A Bet on America Always Pays Off”: Ford CEO Jim Farley on US Manufacturing Commitment

Ford Highlights US Manufacturing Leadership as CEO Jim Farley Reaffirms Long-Term Commitment to Domestic Production

Apple Expands American Manufacturing Program with New Partners and $400M Investment

Apple has announced the addition of four new suppliers to its American Manufacturing Program (AMP), strengthening its domestic supply chain and expanding production of critical components in the United States.