WEST HARLEM, NY—Urban Electric Power, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, and the City University of New York have opened of a new research and manufacturing facility here for advanced zinc anode rechargeable battery systems. The project is expected to create 64 new jobs.
ALBUQUERQUE, NM—Intel Corp. hired 74 new employees last year, but only 19 of them were New Mexico residents at the time they were hired. The chipmaker says finding qualified candidates with advanced engineering degrees is becoming increasingly difficult, not just in New Mexico, but all over the country.
Over the last quarter century, SolarWorld AG has produced countless silicon wafers, solar cells and photovoltaic modules—while generating lots of media attention.
Strange as it may sound, LED digital billboards and displays have much in common with icebergs. All of them are large, eye-catching and often serve as landmarks for countless passersby.
Helping automakers is not a new challenge for Jabil Inc. In fact, the company has been providing quality-control systems, design services and electronics manufacturing to them for nearly 35 years.
JACKSONVILLE, FL—Aveo Engineering, which makes LED lighting for aircraft, is investing $7.5 million to build a new assembly plant in Flagler County, FL. The plant is expected to employ 300 people.
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA—Prufrex Innovative Power Products GmbH will spend $7.33 million to build a new assembly plant here, creating 60 jobs. The company will supply ignition components for U.S. customers, including BMZ Batteries and Stihl Inc.