GE Appliances Moves Washer Production to Kentucky

GE Appliances Shifts Production to Kentucky, Awarding $150M in Supplier ContractsGE Appliances is moving washer and dryer manufacturing from China to Kentucky, investing $490M to retool a plant and create 800 new jobs. The company is awarding over $150M in supplier contracts to US-based businesses in ten states, marking a 69% increase in annual spending and a 58% rise in suppliers since 2019. This move is part of a broader trend of companies bringing manufacturing back to the US, with factors like shorter lead times and reduced transportation costs influencing decisions.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.