U.S. factory production expands for fifth consecutive month
Factory output continued to grow at a solid clip, supported by a range of sectors, including metals, machinery, aerospace and furniture.
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Lawn care equipment manufacturer plans 58 jobs in Lebanon
Startup Steel Green Manufacturing recently moved into a manufacturing facility in Lebanon and plans rapid growth over the next four years.
EPA plan for truck emission standards wins initial praise from both sides
The Truck and Engine Manufacturers Association, which represents Indiana-based Cummins Inc. and other engine manufacturers, said the proposal represents a chance to modernize how the agency oversees big-rig emissions.
Indiana paper straw maker planning to add 200 employees
The company's straws are an alternative to plastic straws, which are being banned or restricted in some places. It said demand was skyrocketing for the product.
Subaru recalls nearly 400K vehicles to fix stalling problems
The first recall covers about 229,000 Outback and Legacy vehicles that could have software problems.
Cummins focuses on both diesel and uncertain electric future
Columbus-based Cummins Inc. is doing a bit of a juggling act these days—staking its claim in the new realm of electric vehicles while keeping its legacy diesel business humming.
Indiana becomes epicenter of campaign battles over Trump trade policies
Tariffs are weighing heavily on the tossup U.S. Senate contest between Democratic incumbent Joe Donnelly and Republican Mike Braun.
Cummins sees big jump in earnings, revenue in third quarter
Indiana-based Cummins Inc. on Tuesday beat expectations with its third-quarter earnings while narrowly missing revenue predictions.
Allison Transmission tops expectations with quarterly report
Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. raised its guidance for the rest of the year after reporting solid sales and profit growth in the third quarter.
Packaging manufacturer plans $106 million plant in Lebanon
A British company with packaging plants around the world plans to build a 550,000-square-foot manufacturing facility just southwest of Interstate 65 that will employ 140.
Wind-farm builder IEA buys three companies for $235 million
The acquisitions are the first for IEA since it went public this spring, and signal that the company is pushing hard for more growth in the booming renewable energy sector.
Auto industry supplier plans $90 million Indiana expansion
A Japan-based automotive industry supplier plans to spend $90 million to expand its manufacturing operations in Indiana, the company announced Tuesday.
U.S. industrial production gains for the fourth straight month
The Federal Reserve said Hurricane Florence reduced September output growth by less than 0.1 percentage points.
Manufacturer closing Muncie firm, laying off 130 workers
Less than three years after acquiring a manufacturer of metal components with operations in Muncie, JD Norman Industries Inc. has decided to close the facility and terminate its 130 employees in December.
Three small manufacturers to add more than 100 jobs in central Indiana
Companies that brew tea drinks, pop-up campers and jewelry in central Indiana are among 22 manufactures that announced plans Friday to locate or expand their operations in the state.
Swiss security-products maker plans 165 jobs at north-side operations
Dormakaba Group plans to nearly double the size of its manufacturing operations on the north side of Indianapolis in an expansion that’s expected to retain hundreds of jobs in Indianapolis.
Republic Airline exec: Industry’s pilot shortage has wide-ranging implications
The ongoing pilot shortage has multiple causes and will require multiple solutions, said speakers at the Aerospace & Defense in Indiana breakfast event Thursday.
Allison fears U.S. military giving Spanish competitor unfair advantage
Allison Transmission is concerned its specialized combat-vehicle transmission production line, which accounts for more than $100 million in annual revenue, is under threat.
Big gymnasium in downtown corporate campus to be demolished
The owner of the 40,000-square-foot gym says upgrading the facility would cost tens of millions of dollars, and that the cost to maintain it is greater than the property’s value.
Here’s how new North American trade pact will shake up business
Economists, trade attorneys and businesses are still parsing the agreement. But here's an early look at what it means for different players.