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Shoals area industrial site awarded top designation for development
MONTGOMERY, Alabama – A northwest Alabama industrial site has been recognized as a top location for expanding business and industry.
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Commerce announces two additions to lead the agency’s Rural Development Division
MONTGOMERY, Alabama – The Alabama Department of Commerce has appointed two economic development professionals to lead the agency’s Rural Development Division.
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Governor Ivey announces record-breaking year for Alabama economic development
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey announced the release of the 2025 New & Expanding Industry Announcements Report, marking a record year for economic development growth in communities across the state.
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Global chain manufacturer KettenWulf announces new manufacturing operation in Auburn
AUBURN, Alabama – Germany’s KettenWulf plans to invest $34 million in an advanced manufacturing operation in Auburn that will create 70 jobs and serve as the foundation for the company’s future growth in the U.S., Gov. Kay Ivey announced today.
1 week ago
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Commerce earns national honor for AIDT EV Technology Center
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Business Facilities magazine has named the Alabama Department of Commerce to its 2025 class of “Economic Development Organizations of the Year,” highlighting the $30 million Electric Vehicle (EV) Technology Center currently under construction by AIDT, the state’s workforce development agency.
May 02, 2025
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Alabama expands aviation training to meet soaring industry demand
OPELIKA, Alabama — Southern Union State Community College celebrated a significant milestone as the first class of its Aviation Maintenance Technology program graduated, marking another step forward in Alabama’s ongoing effort to strengthen the talent pipeline for the aerospace and aviation industries.
October 17, 2025
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Governor Ivey announces record-breaking year for Alabama economic development
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey announced the release of the 2025 New & Expanding Industry Announcements Report, marking a record year for economic development growth in communities across the state.
6 days ago
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Global chain manufacturer KettenWulf announces new manufacturing operation in Auburn
AUBURN, Alabama – Germany’s KettenWulf plans to invest $34 million in an advanced manufacturing operation in Auburn that will create 70 jobs and serve as the foundation for the company’s future growth in the U.S., Gov. Kay Ivey announced today.
1 week ago