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Mercedes-Benz is poised for a multifaceted product offensive. The German luxury automaker said it will deliver new and significantly updated models to its showrooms globally by the end of 2027 — 19 combustion engine and 17 battery-electric. Mercedes has told U.S. retailers it will be “flexible and tactical” with its powertrain strategy. Future models will share […]

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth welcomed German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius in Washington, D.C. The meeting focused on developing a roadmap for US security support to Europe and our joint support for Ukraine. Germany and the US are working together to deliver two Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine. Minister Pistorius also announced that

A big name in Alabama’s manufacturing scene is coming to Birmingham for an upcoming BBJ event. Federico Kochlowski, president and CEO of Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Inc. (MBUSI), will speak at the BBJ’s Manufacturing Awards on Oct. 16. Kochlowski, who has been CEO of MBUSI since May 2024, has years of experience in the automobile manufacturing industry.  He

Faced with uncertainty, many Alabama businesses are in a wait-and-see mode regarding their plans, according to executives at some of the state’s banks Macke Mauldin, president at Sheffield-based Bank Independent, recently met with a business customer who’s currently building a new facility. The customer’s business had plans to outfit the building with a wide range of

Butting, a global stainless steel pipe manufacturer, announced plans today to establish its North American headquarters and first United States production facility in Baldwin County as part of a $61 million growth project. The company’s plans will unfold in two strategic phases, triggering the creation of up to 100 high-quality jobs with wages significantly above

In a powerful display of collaboration and economic ambition, a delegation from Alabama recently traveled to Germany to participate in LIGNA, a world-leading trade fair for the woodworking and forestry industry. Held in Hanover every two years, LIGNA draws thousands of exhibitors and visitors from across the globe. This year, Alabama stood out as the only

German carmaker Mercedes-Benz said on Monday its second-quarter unit sales of cars and vans fell 9%, citing the impact of tariffs. Deliveries fell to 547,100 cars and vans in the April-June period, while sales of battery electric vehicles dropped even more sharply by 18%, to 41,900 vehicles, the company said in a statement. Second-quarter sales

A fellow Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Inc. (MBUSI) supplier has bought a majority stake in Adah International. pmX GmbH purchased 85% of Adah International this spring, company leadership told the BBJ this week. The deal had been in the works for roughly six months, according to pmX GmbH CEO Iyad El-Khatib, who is based at the company’s headquarters

The German company, ADS-TEC Energy, announced that they have joined the Alabama Transportation Institute’s Alabama Mobility and Power (AMP) Center, where they work alongside the University of Alabama, Alabama Power Company, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, and other industry, government, and academic partners to advance next-gen charging. The AMP Center supports research and workforce development to strengthen

Governor Kay Ivey today recognized five outstanding Alabama companies for their international success, presenting them with the 2025 Governor’s Trade Excellence Awards during a ceremony at the State Capitol.  The awards honor companies whose global achievements are elevating Alabama’s economy and extending the reach of the “Made in Alabama” brand. In addition to the honorees,