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Shield AI Plans Des Moines, Washington, AI-Piloted Aircraft Manufacturing Operations
Defense technology company Shield AI plans to establish operations in Des Moines, Washington. The more than $300 million project is expected to create approximately 4,000 jobs by the early 2030s.
Blue Origin Plans Hutto, Texas, Manufacturing Operations
Aerospace and space technology company Blue Origin plans to establish operations in Hutto, Texas. The approximately $555 million project is expected to create more than 2,000 jobs in Williamson County.
Aleris Nutrition Plans Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, Production Operations
Brazil-based animal nutrition products manufacturer Aleris Nutrition plans to establish operations in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. The project is expected to create 15 jobs in Waukesha County.
Netherlands-Based VDL Groep Expands Oakwood, Georgia, Operations
Netherlands-based mechanical engineering and equipment manufacturer VDL Groep plans to expand its operations in Oakwood, Georgia. The approximately $77 million project is expected to create 120 jobs in Hall County.
Best Project — Interior/Tenant Improvement: Piedmont Healthcare System Support Center
Racing against the clock to beat expiring leases in the owner’s previous space, the project team had just 5.5 months to fast-track a simultaneous build-out across eight floors of a fully active 25-story office tower at Atlantic Station.
Taiwan‑Based Gudeng Precision Industrial Establishes Glendale, Arizona, Manufacturing Operations
Taiwan-based semiconductor component manufacturer Gudeng Precision Industrial Co. Ltd. has established operations in Glendale, Arizona. The $5 million project is expected to create more than 30 jobs.
De-Risking the Workforce Gap: Can AI and Robotics Fill Immediate Need?
While most insurers and even contractors shy away from any new technology that might open them up to risk, the rash of retirements of skilled craft workers and project managers may force firms to reconsider deploying artificial intelligence-enabled workflows that automate tasks once all done manually.
De-Risking the Workforce Gap: Can AI and Robotics Fill an Immediate Need?
While most insurers and even contractors themselves shy away from any new technology that might open them up to risk, the rash of retirements of older, skilled tradesmen and project managers may force contractors to reconsider deploying artificial intelligence-enabled workflows that automate tasks that were once all done manually.
There Is a New Sheriff in Town: Why Community Approval Now Rules Major Project Development
Community Benefits Agreements are moving local commitments beyond informal promises. When paired with early outreach and confidentiality protections, they can create greater accountability and certainty.
AOM Manufacturing: Reitnouer Manufacturing Plant & Headquarters
Engineered around the precise flow of the owner’s production process, the 500,000-sq-ft high-performance facility allows North America’s largest manufacturer of aluminum flatbed trailers to consolidate and expand its operations.
GAO Report Finds Lengthy Review Process for Hazard Mitigation Efforts Across US
A new report from the Government Accountability Office highlights the large number of communities that spend months, even years, awaiting notification on whether they will receive funding from FEMA’s program for critical hazard mitigation projects.
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GAO Report Finds Too Lengthy a Review Process for Hazard Mitigation Projects Across US
US Government Accountability Office highlights the large number of communities that spend months, even years, awaiting notification on project funding from FEMA’s program to address critical hazard mitigation.
Consulting-Specifying Engineer Parent Company Arrowfly Launches AI for Engineers
New year-round initiative unites a dedicated news desk, a flagship conference, original research, and an advisory board, grounded in the engineering community's most trusted editorial brands. The post Consulting-Specifying Engineer Parent Company Arrowfly Launches AI for Engineers appeared first on Consulting - Specifying Engineer.
South Korea-Based Sebang Lithium Battery Plans Jeffersonville, Ohio, Manufacturing Operations
South Korea-based battery manufacturer Sebang Lithium Battery plans to establish operations in Jeffersonville, Ohio. The project is expected to create 443 jobs in Fayette County by 2029.
Prism Controls Expands Vergennes Township, Michigan, Production Operations
Agricultural technology manufacturer Prism Controls Inc. plans to expand its operations in Vergennes Township, Michigan. The approximately $3.8 million project is expected to create 28 jobs.
Italy-Based IMA Life North America Expands Tonawanda, New York, Pharmaceutical Operations
Italy-based pharmaceutical equipment manufacturer IMA Life North America has expanded its operations in Tonawanda, New York. The $30 million project is expected to create 70 jobs in Erie County.
Switzerland-Based Givaudan Plans West Harrison, Indiana, Liquids Production Operations
Switzerland-based flavors fragrances and ingredients manufacturer Givaudan plans to establish operations in West Harrison, Indiana. The $215 million project is expected to create more than 250 jobs in Dearborn County.
Britain-Based SubSea Craft Plans Port Bienville, Mississippi, Production Operations
Britain-based advanced maritime technology company SubSea Craft plans to establish operations in Port Bienville, Mississippi. The $6.1 million project is expected to create 56 jobs in Hancock County.
South Korea-Based Hansae Mobility Plans Chesterfield Township, Michigan, Manufacturing Operations
South Korea-based automotive components manufacturer Hansae Mobility plans to establish operations in Chesterfield Township, Michigan. The more than $93.2 million project is expected to create 102 jobs in Macomb County.
Australia-Based Sicona Battery Technologies Plans New Orleans, Louisiana, Headquarters Operations
Australia-based battery materials developer Sicona Battery Technologies plans to establish operations in New Orleans, Louisiana. The $10.3 million project is expected to create 32 jobs.
TurbineOne Establishes Old Town, Maine, Innovation Operations
Defense technology and artificial intelligence company TurbineOne has established operations in Old Town, Maine. The $275,000 project is expected to create more than 20 jobs over the next five years.
Germany-Based Stöbich Fire Protection Systems Expands Dorchester County, South Carolina, Manufacturing Operations
Germany-based Stöbich Fire Protection Systems, a manufacturer of smoke and fire protection systems, plans to expand its operations in North Charleston, South Carolina. The $2.53 million project is expected to create 33 jobs in Dorchester County.
Arvaya AI Automations Consulting Plans North Charleston, South Carolina, Operations
AI and technology consulting firm Arvaya AI Automations Consulting plans to expand its operations in North Charleston, South Carolina. The project is expected to create six jobs in Charleston County.
Siemens Healthineers Molecular Imaging Expands RockFord, Tennessee, Operations
Healthcare technology company Siemens Healthineers Molecular Imaging plans to expand its operations in Rockford, Tennessee. The $43.6 million project is expected to create more than 90 jobs over the next five years.
British-Based Horse Powertrain USA Plans Southfield, Michigan, Operations
British-based powertrain technology company Horse Powertrain USA Inc. plans to establish operations in Southfield, Michigan. The more than $1 million project is expected to create at least 32 jobs.
AirBoss Defense Group Expands Auburn Hills, Michigan, Operations
Defense and protective technologies company AirBoss Defense Group (ADG) plans to establish operations in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The more than $15 million project is expected to create up to 78 jobs over the next five years.
South Korea-Based Sam Dong Expands Rogersville, Tennessee, Production Operations
South Korea-based winding wire manufacturer Sam Dong plans to expand its operations in Rogersville, Tennessee. The $13.5 million project is expected to create 22 jobs in Hawkins County.
Israel-Based Capture Group Plans Sterling Heights, Michigan, Manufacturing Operations
Israel-based defense technology company Capture Group Inc. plans to establish operations in Sterling Heights, Michigan. The $5 million project is expected to create 125 jobs in Macomb County.
Japan-Based Astemo Americas Expands Berea, Kentucky, Production Operations
Automotive components manufacturer Astemo Americas, Inc. plans to expand its operations in Berea, Kentucky. The more than $112 million project is expected to create 114 jobs in Madison County.
Translucent Solar Plans Dorchester County, South Carolina, Panel Manufacturing Operations
Solar technology manufacturer Translucent Solar plans to establish operations in Summerville, South Carolina. The approximately $15.7 million project is expected to create 167 jobs in Dorchester County.
Germany-Based Helsing Plans Berkeley County, West Virginia, Manufacturing Operations
Germany-based defense technology company Helsing plans to establish operations in Martinsburg, West Virginia. The $50 million project is expected to create at least 60 jobs in Berkeley County.
Canadian-Based BOS Innovations Establishes Lexington, Kentucky, Manufacturing Operations
Canadian-based industrial automation company BOS Innovations has established operations in Lexington, Kentucky. The $5.4 million project is expected to create 111 jobs.
How To Turn Preventative Maintenance Into A Business Continuity Strategy
When preventative maintenance is built around operational risk, asset visibility, and emergency preparedness, it becomes a strategy for protecting uptime, revenue, and service delivery.
GenAI Adoption Is Rising, But Productivity Gains Remain Elusive
New research finds that while 31% of eligible employees are actively using generative AI, only about 5% are using it frequently and skillfully enough to achieve meaningful productivity gains—raising important questions for facility managers supporting increasingly tech-enabled workplaces.
The Hidden Cost of ‘Just Fine’ Maintenance
Facility managers hanging on to legacy programs because they’re 'good enough' are missing out on the benefits of predictive maintenance, which can reduce downtime, lower maintenance costs, and improve reliability.
Data Center Reliability Starts With Operational Consistency
As data centers scale to support AI and higher compute demand, facility leaders must shift toward consistent maintenance systems that reduce operational risk, improve accountability, and protect uptime.
