MANUFACTURING
The Greater New Haven manufacturing sector is a vital component of the region's economy. It encompasses a wide range of industries, such as precision instruments for medical and aerospace applications, security systems, specialty chemicals, and the production of fixtures in metals, plastics, and other materials. These companies employ advanced technologies and processes, including additive manufacturing, 3D printing, stamping, and machine tooling, to maintain competitiveness in both domestic and global markets.
The state has implemented initiatives such as the Make It Here 2030 plan to address workforce challenges, which focuses on developing talent, removing employment obstacles, and maximizing productivity through technology. Efforts include enhancing affordable housing, expanding access to childcare, and improving transportation infrastructure to attract and retain a skilled workforce.
Despite these efforts, the sector faces ongoing challenges, including intense global competition, high operating costs, and a slow transition to Industry 4.0 technologies. Many small businesses have yet to adopt artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies due to insufficient capital, a situation exacerbated by shifts from "just-in-time" inventory systems to advance purchasing strategies to mitigate supply chain disruptions. Additionally, national and global instability contributes to investment uncertainties, further hindering the sector's growth.
2025 Report Milestones & Accomplishments
- In its second year, MATCH trains skilled manufacturing workers through hands-on learning. Designed for wom en, high school graduates, unemployed residents, people of co lor, and re-entry individuals, the program also offers support in financial literacy, housing, energy, and career services to enhance employability.
- A&M Bronx Bakery moved to a 42,500 sq. ft. site in North Haven, serving as its headquarters and bakery operation center, creating 60 to 90 jobs.
- Connecticut's Strategic Supply Chain Initiative will provide grants from 500,000ドル to 5ドル million for projects that increase companies’ production capacity in Connecticut.
- Connecticut launched the "GreenGain" Sustainability Program for Small Manufacturers.
- Wallingford company Nel Hydrogen made a 30ドル million investment in manufacturing space.
- North Haven welcomed Schneider Electric into the former HB Communications building on Dodge Ave.
- Amphenol, based in Wallingford, has completed a 2ドル billion acquisition of a Florida-based company.
- NelHydrogen is investing 30ドル million in its Wallingford facility to advance clean energy technology.