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The German American Chamber of Commerce (GACC) is calling on all German subsidiaries in the U.S. The 2025 German American Business Outlook (GABO) survey is now open  As one of the most significant barometers of German-American business relations, the survey captures the pulse of how German companies view the U.S. as an investment destination. Your […]

The AlabamaGermany Partnership (AGP) is excited to announce that Michael Books, Alabama International Trade Center, will continue in the role as Chair for AGP for another 12 months. Joseph Lulka with Mercedes-Benz U.S. International stepped into the role as the chair of the Young Professionals last September. Furthermore, one director from the board, Caleb Goodwyn

By Cullman Tribune The 2024 Cullman Christkindlmarkt brought holiday cheer to downtown Cullman, setting new records and solidifying its place as a premier seasonal event. Nathan Anderson, executive director of Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism, reflected on the event’s success and shared plans for its future. “This year’s Christkindlmarkt significantly outpaced last year, with

Standing with each other “can be a source of strength — especially in difficult times like these,” Chancellor Olaf Scholz said in his New Year address. He asked Germans to reject being “played off against each other.” “We can make 2025 a good year,” Scholz said. By New York Times The annual New Year’s Eve

German automotive supplier, WKW North America LLC, is planning 140 layoffs in Pell City starting next month. WKW North America manufactures aluminum trim and functional components and roof railing systems for automotive customers and has a longstanding local history. In recent years WKW has had as many as 487 local employees, according to a BBJ list

The US company Atlas Holdings has signed an agreement with the REHAU Group to acquire REHAU Automotive in October 2024. Atlas operates in sectors including manufacturing and distribution, with a strong focus on automotive. The transaction is expected to close by the end of the first quarter of 2025 following the completion of customary closing

BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) has been awarded the Manufacturing Award for Sustainability at the inaugural Birmingham Business Journal (BBJ) Manufacturing Awards ceremony. This award acknowledges businesses that lead the way in minimizing environmental impact through innovative and sustainable practices. “Our team is honored to receive the Manufacturing Award for Sustainability from the

Supply chains for engines and aircraft components continues to frustrate airlines waiting on Airbus and Boeing to assemble their planes and deliver them to customers. Airbus had to roll back its production ramp up expectations earlier this summer, despite a global order backlog of its A220 and A320-family of planes that is the equivalent of

Growing emphasis on electric vehicles is making a behemoth manufacturer’s footprint in Alabama even larger.  Arriving in Alabama in 1995 and led by recently appointed CEO Federico Kochlowski, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International has assembled more than 4 million vehicles since 1997. The company said it has been able to produce and export several vehicle models to

REHAU Automotive LLC is located in Cullman. Founded in 1995, the company is led by CEO Dieter Wiedmann and has 6,000 employees across the world and 550 local employees. The company has 25 locations in nine countries.  The company’s Cullman plant produces bumpers, spoilers and rocker panels for automakers such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Nissan. REHAU is