North America, September 4, 2025
News Summary
The industrial manufacturing sector has recently announced the planning of 143 new capital projects, indicating a robust trend in construction and expansion throughout North America. Among these, notable large-scale investments include a $13 billion expansion by an automaker in Alabama. States like Michigan and Indiana lead in project counts, showcasing a diverse range of manufacturing activities from automotive to pharmaceuticals. This ongoing growth points towards a stable outlook for the industry despite potential challenges in moving projects to execution.
Industrial Manufacturing Sees Uptick: 143 New Capital Projects Planned in August 2025
The industrial manufacturing sector recorded 143 new capital projects in August 2025, continuing a steady trend from earlier months and signaling sustained construction and expansion plans across North America. The total rose slightly from 141 projects reported in both June and July, with a notable concentration of large investments and multi-year builds among the planned work.
Top-line numbers and largest planned investments
Of the 143 projects tracked in August, 16 projects were estimated at $100 million or more. The single largest planned investment is a $13 billion expansion by a major automaker in Montgomery, Alabama, with completion aimed for 2028. Several other high-value projects include investments of $3 billion in Kentucky and Indiana, multiple projects in the $2 billion range, and several mid-hundreds-of-millions investments in electronics, energy, and pharmaceuticals.
Geographic spread
Projects are spread across many states, with a clear cluster in the Midwest and South. The top states by project count in August 2025 are:
- Michigan: 10 projects
- Indiana: 9 projects
- Florida: 7 projects
- Tennessee: 7 projects
- Alabama: 6 projects
- California: 6 projects
- Georgia: 6 projects
- New York: 6 projects
- Ohio: 6 projects
- Texas: 6 projects
- Massachusetts: 5 projects
Notable individual projects
Several major projects stood out by size and scope:
- $13 billion expansion of a major automaker’s facility in Montgomery, AL; completion targeted in 2028.
- $3 billion technology manufacturing investment planned in Harrodsburg, KY.
- $3 billion planned renovation for a steel facility in Gary, IN.
- $2 billion automotive manufacturing investment planned in Louisville, KY.
- $500 million electronics components plant expansion in Granite Quarry, NC, with approvals already in hand.
- $300 million potential solar panel facility in Waukegan, IL.
- $229 million phased construction for a cloud-based electronics startup in Fort Worth, TX.
- $200 million defense technology startup project in Mesa, AZ, slated for early 2026 completion.
- $195 million pharmaceutical processing facility expected to start construction in North Chicago, IL, in Fall 2025.
- $120 million PVC electrical component plant planned in Nashville, AR.
- $119 million containerboard and corrugated box plant in St. Francisville, LA, with approvals received.
What types of work are included
The tracked projects cover a range of activity: new plant construction, facility expansions, major renovations, and equipment and process modernization. The mix includes automotive, electronics, steel, solar manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and packaging, reflecting a broad-based spending pattern rather than one concentrated sector.
Context and source
The figures come from a market intelligence report that tracks planned capital spending across the Industrial Manufacturing sector in North America. The dataset is focused on announced projects that are in planning or early execution stages, providing a view of near-term construction demand.
Implications for construction and supply chains
A steady pipeline of projects of this size points to ongoing demand for labor, heavy construction services, long-lead equipment, and logistics. Large, multi-year investments can anchor local supplier networks and support secondary economic activity in construction, engineering, and materials production. Cities and states with multiple projects may see a concentrated need for infrastructure, workforce development, and permitting resources.
Outlook
The August 2025 snapshot shows a stable and active period for planned capital spending in industrial manufacturing. While announced projects do not always move to construction as planned, the number of high-value projects and the relatively even geographic spread point to continued industry investment into the late 2020s.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of new industrial manufacturing projects planned in August 2025?
The total number of new projects reported for August 2025 is 143.
How many of the projects are worth $100 million or more?
Sixteen projects were identified with estimated values of $100 million or more.
Which project is the largest by investment value?
The largest planned investment is a $13 billion manufacturing expansion in Montgomery, Alabama, scheduled for completion by 2028.
Which states have the most projects?
The top state by project count is Michigan with 10 projects, followed by Indiana with 9. Several states including Florida and Tennessee reported 7 projects each.
What types of projects are being tracked?
The report tracks new plant builds, facility expansions, major renovations, and equipment modernization across multiple manufacturing subsectors such as automotive, electronics, steel, solar, pharmaceuticals, and packaging.
Key features at a glance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total new projects (Aug 2025) | 143 |
| Projects ≥ $100M | 16 |
| Largest single project | $13 billion expansion in Montgomery, Alabama (completion targeted 2028) |
| Top state by project count | Michigan (10 projects) |
| Common project types | New plants, expansions, renovations, equipment modernization |
| Industries represented | Automotive, electronics, steel, solar, pharmaceuticals, packaging |
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