North America Manufacturing News Digest – the industry stories you should be aware of

Welcome to our weekly roundup of North America manufacturing news, designed to inform you of all the industry stories you should know about.

Daimler Truck North America celebrates 850,000th vehicle built in Cleveland

Daimler Truck North America has announced the production of its 850,000th truck at its Cleveland, North Carolina manufacturing plant, marking a major milestone in the company’s U.S. manufacturing legacy. More via The Manufacturer

German manufacturer Butting to establish North American HQ and first U.S. production facility in Baldwin County

Global stainless steel pipe manufacturer Butting has unveiled plans to set up its North American headquarters and its first production facility in the United States, selecting Baldwin County, Alabama, as the location for a $61m expansion initiative. More via The Manufacturer

Hikma Pharmaceuticals announces $1bn investment to expand U.S. manufacturing

In its ongoing mission to help meet America’s growing need for high-quality US-made medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA has announced it will invest $1bn by 2030 to further expand its US manufacturing and R&D capabilities. More via The Manufacturer

ERMCO strengthens energy infrastructure capabilities with Wisconsin facility acquisition

Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc. (ERMCO), a leading U.S. manufacturer of transformers and power solutions, has announced the acquisition of a 158,000-square-foot facility at Bristol Business Park in Bristol, Wisconsin. More via The Manufacturer

Tariffs could redirect manufacturing to Mexico rather than U.S., says GlobalData

A fresh wave of US tariffs introduced in April 2025 is intensifying pressure on global supply chains—but companies operating under the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) are getting a crucial reprieve. More via The Manufacturer