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As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, the milestone invites more than reflection on the country’s past, it also prompts the question: where will the next generation of American progress be built?For UK HealthTech organizations, that question is highly practical. The U.S. remains the world’s most important...
Connecticut offers aerospace and defense companies a distinctive set of advantages. The state leads the nation in aircraft engine manufacturing concentration, ranks first in defense contract spending per capita, and supports a highly advanced manufacturing ecosystem that powers growth in aerospace and defense.Connecticut’s leadership reflects over a century of investment...
How CT Lured a Mass. Manufacturer — And What It Says About the State’s Business Recruitment Push
May 30 2026When aerospace manufacturer WHI Global began searching for a larger space to replace the Springfield, Massachusetts, facility housing its growing Aerobond Composites division, executives looked at nearby options on both sides of the state line.The company, which makes aerospace and defense components for major commercial and military aircraft programs, wanted...
Center will be company’s biggest U.S. R&D infrastructure investment in decades Unilever is building a new American research facility.The London-based company is investing $270 million to build an innovation center in New Haven, Conn., with plans to develop skin and hair products for the U.S. market and global customers.The new investment...
Enfield, CT, May 14, 2026 – WHI Global, a leading vertically integrated manufacturer serving the aerospace and defense industry, today announced the opening of its Aerobond Composites manufacturing facility in Enfield, Connecticut. The company has invested more than $4 million to establish a state-of-the-art, 78,600-square-foot facility designed to significantly increase...
University of New Haven Establishes Research Collaboration with Advanced Lighting Manufacturer
Apr 27 2026A newly signed master research agreement with The Lighting Quotient will connect University expertise with advanced optical engineering and lighting-design innovation.The University of New Haven has entered into a master research agreement with The Lighting Quotient, a West Haven–based manufacturer known for its advanced lighting systems. The collaboration, led through...
The University of Connecticut and University of Rhode Island (URI) were jointly awarded a five-year contract from General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB) to provide regional workforce development support to the Maritime Industrial Base.The ANCHOR (Advancing Naval Careers through Higher-ed Outreach and Research) grant was celebrated in a launch event at...
For UK HealthTech companies, the United States is both the biggest opportunity and one of the most difficult markets to enter effectively. Success is not just about accessing capital or customers. It depends on where and how you establish your U.S. presence. While global attention often focuses on Boston and New...
Henkel, one of the largest consumer-goods companies in the world, has operated research-and-development facilities in Trumbull since 2016. Now, it is elevating the site into a fully fledged campus.Henkel executives and some of the state’s top elected officials held a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday for the underway renovations at its...
British financial technology company Revolut plans to base a new U.S. banking entity in Stamford as it seeks federal approval to expand its operations in the American market.The London-based firm announced Thursday it has applied to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp...
In 2025, companies encountered new economic conditions that complicated their long-term investment decisions. Shifts in trade policy disrupted supply chains. Changes in immigration rules challenged workforce planning. Interest rates and uneven demand increased the cost of capital. These pressures led executives and site selectors to emphasize risk control, operational continuity,...
CT Biotech LambdaVision Reserves Spot on Commercial Space Station to Scale Artificial Retina
Feb 24 2026A Woodbridge-based biotech company has reserved space on the next commercial space station as it works to scale manufacturing of an artificial retina designed to restore vision in patients afflicted with degenerative eye diseases.LambdaVision Inc. announced Tuesday morning that it has secured commercial space on Starlab, a commercial space station...
Newington, CT, USA, February 20, 2026 - Steelwrist, the global manufacturer of tiltrotators, automatic quick couplers and work tools for excavators, today announced the expansion of operations at its North American headquarters in Newington. The investment further strengthens the company’s long-term commitment to the U.S. market and positions Connecticut as...
Connecticut will expand artificial intelligence training at colleges and universities across the state as part of a third phase of a statewide workforce program, Gov. Ned Lamont announced Tuesday.The program is intended to prepare students and workers for fast-growing tech jobs, he said in an announcement.The third phase of the...
Governor Ned Lamont today announced the launch of the third phase of the Connecticut Tech Talent Accelerator (TTA 3.0), a statewide higher education innovation challenge designed to expand artificial intelligence (AI) education and workforce training. This initiative will accelerate the development of AI-skilled talent across Connecticut, strengthening the state’s competitiveness...
Electric Boat to Hire 8,000 This Year
Feb 8 2026Electric Boat is gearing up to hire 8,000 new employees this year, a significant ramp-up compared to the 3,000 hires the submarine manufacturer was planning in 2025.EB President Mark Rayha, in his 2026 President's Intent memo to employees last week marked "sensitive," didn't give specific plans on how he expected...
Pantheon Electric, a newly launched global electrical infrastructure platform delivering high-performance conductive solutions, today announced the official opening of its headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut. The announcement marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth and reinforces Connecticut’s position as a national hub for advanced manufacturing, electrification, and industrial innovation.“I am...
Fintech executives have limited options when establishing regulated banking functions in the United States. Federal charters involve lengthy timelines and high fixed costs. Partner bank models restrict control over payments, liquidity, and product design. State frameworks differ significantly in scope and credibility.Connecticut’s Innovation Bank Charter provides an alternative worth considering...
Connecticut’s economy expanded at a 5.6% annual rate in the third quarter of 2025, ranking the state fourth nationally in real gross domestic product growth, according to new estimates released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.Only Kansas (6.5%), South Dakota (6.3%) and Arkansas (5.8%) posted faster growth for the...
Business Facilities honors the company’s groundbreaking Newington expansion and first-of-its-kind 3D-printed aircraft componentBusiness Facilities announced its 2025 Deal of the Year Award winners — corporate relocation and expansion investment projects that will have a significant positive impact on the economic development of a community.AdvanceCT and the State of Connecticut were...
Connecticut Accelerates Physical & Life Sciences Growth with Expansions from Four Diverse Innovators
Dec 18 2025Expansions highlight Connecticut’s talent, research strength, and industry momentumNew Haven, Connecticut – December 18, 2025 — AdvanceCT announced today that four biological, pharmaceutical, and chemical sciences companies are expanding their operations in Connecticut, including MannKind, Cyclo Therapeutics, NanoEngineering, and P2 Science.MannKind, one of the largest pharmaceutical manufacturers in the state,...
How aligning operations with regional strengths drives better long-term performance than cost-focused site selection.Connecticut has long occupied a distinctive position in the U.S. economy — small in geography, but large in talent, innovation, and economic diversity. From its highly educated workforce and concentration of advanced industries to its strategic access...
A private equity-backed healthcare services firm is deepening its Connecticut presence after shifting its U.S. headquarters from Los Angeles to East Haven — a move that builds on an existing footprint the company established a few years ago.GeBBS Healthcare Solutions, a revenue-cycle management firm, acquired East Haven–based CPa Medical Billing...
Coordinated State, University, and Industry Commitments Now Exceed $1 Billion To Position Connecticut as a National Hub for Quantum Research, Workforce Development, and Innovation(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced new investments in Connecticut’s quantum technology infrastructure, workforce, and research capacity – a keystone moment in the state’s plan...