Industry Trends

Manufacturing Bucks Employment Trend

While overall job growth slowed in August, manufacturing employment rose by the most in four years.

HUMMER Manufacturer Awarded $2.2B Contract

Indiana-based AM General has an interesting history. After creating the legendary Humvee and HUMMER vehicles, the company lost a huge portion of its business due to the need for greater defenses against IEDs.

VW to Reprise the 1960s Microbus

Few vehicles bring one’s mind straight back to the 1960s, but chief among them is the Volkswagen Microbus.

Automotive News is reporting that VW is breathing new life into its classic “hippie van” with a relaunch – it’s not quite your dad’s VW bus, but it’s closer than any modern equivalent. The I.D. Buzz is part of a trio of planned models on the company's new electric...

Manufacturers Show True Colors During Tragedy

While the generosity stemming from financial donations should always be celebrated, it's equally inspiring to see manufacturers put their products to use in the best possible ways.

New Mexico Lands Laser Weapons Deal

In addition to generating engineering jobs for New Mexico, this work on advanced energy weaponry has paradigm-shifting potential.

The Growing Importance of the Anadarko Region

The focus of Hurricane Harvey has, and should remain, on the struggles of those caught in the storm's path. However, it will also impact oil refining operations, meaning other sites could be counted on to supplement shortages.

Meeting Expansion & Environmental Goals

U.S. manufacturers face a number of challenges in growing market share, revenue, and technological capabilities. And recently, new regulations and environmental concerns can pose obstacles to physical growth as well.

Food Service Jobs Outpacing Manufacturing in Midwestern Hub

Further, the report says this trend could be engaging nationwide as soon as 2020.

Food & Beverage Manufacturing Experiencing a ‘Global Boom'

The primary driver of this growth is a steadily increasing global population that simply needs more food. In turn, this creates new opportunities for food service providers and opens up new markets for export.

Ethiopia Could be the Next China

Featuring the second largest population on the continent, a less expensive labor pool, and a relatively stable government, the country has been attracting new manufacturing partners.