Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) kicked off the start of a month-long celebration to recognize California’s 30,000 manufacturers. October is known as Manufacturing Month, with the first Friday of October, October 4,...
News & Insights
We’re changing the narrative of the manufacturing industry one story at a time. CMTA’s award-winning storytelling team showcases California’s 30,000 manufacturers by uplifting the voices of our makers. Find industry news and the stories from those “Making California” below.
Solano Economic Development Corporation and California Manufacturers & Technology Association Announce Strategic Partnership
Sacramento, Calif. – The Solano Economic Development Corporation and the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) announced today it is entering a strategic partnership to bridge the gap of state and local resources for advanced manufacturing...
CMTA’S President & CEO Releases Statement on Passage of AB 98 (J. Carrillo)
Sacramento, Calif. – California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) President and CEO, Lance Hastings, released the following statement on the passage of Assembly Bill 98 (J. Carrillo), the statewide mandate on warehouse operations. “On Sunday evening,...
Op-Ed: AI Needs Carefully Crafted Regulations That Foster Innovation
-This commentary was originally published in Capitol Weekly's September Issue, written by Lance Hastings and Samantha Corbin. Hastings is the President and CEO of the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA), and Corbin is the Senior Policy Advisor...
WEBINAR: Data-Driven Solutions for ESG in Manufacturing
Webinar presented by Adastra and CMTA Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) hosted an exclusive webinar with associate member Adastra, exploring data-driven ESG solutions in manufacturing on Sept. 24, 2024. CMTA's Vice...
Supply Chain Operating System Startup for Manufacturers Joins CMTA
Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed new member, Soff, to the organization today. Based in San Francisco, Soff is a supply chain operating system for manufacturing companies. The startup company works to unify...
CMTA’s CEO & President Releases Statement on Gov. Gavin Newsom Vetoing Manufacturing Tax Credit, AB 52 (Grayson)
Sacramento, Calif. – Late Friday evening, California Governor Gavin Newsom returned AB 52 (Grayson) to the Legislature without his signature. This bill would have provided an investment tax credit for the purchase of manufacturing equipment. In his veto message,...
How AB 52, Manufacturing Tax Credit, Will Expand California Jobs
California manufacturing generates more than $394 billion annually and employs more than 1.3 million people with over 30,000 firms. Our manufacturers are the most significant contributor to the United States manufacturing industry, making up 11% of the manufacturing...
Four Products Make the Final Round of the “Coolest Thing Made in California” Contest
Voting for the winner starts Monday, Sept. 9 Sacramento, Calif. – The four finalists of the 2024 “Coolest Thing Made in California” contest, hosted by the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA), have been announced. From a pool of 138 products...
CMTA Government Relations Update: California Assembly Bill Would Create Tax Credit for Manufacturers
This month’s Government Relations Update video highlights crucial legislative developments for California’s manufacturing sector. https://youtu.be/F8B9bRRI5s8 This proposed legislation, which aims to introduce a manufacturing tax credit for qualified manufacturing...
Press Release
Manufacturing Minute: Northrop Grumman’s Historic Launch of its Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission in California
In this week’s Manufacturing Minute, we highlight three significant developments in the manufacturing sector. Manufacturing Minute is released bi-weekly by the California Manufacturers & Technology Association and is powered by Tri Tool Technologies.
Watch the latest episode in the video player above.
Northrop Grumman ASBM Constellation Launch
Photo Courtesy of Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman successfully launched Space Norway’s Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission (ASBM) constellation onboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. The launch happened on Sunday, August 11, 2024.
This mission represents a historic collaboration between Space Norway and the U.S. Space Force, marking the first time an operational U.S. military payload has been hosted on an international commercial space mission. The ASBM constellation, consisting of two satellites in a highly elliptical orbit, will provide secure and reliable communications in the critical Arctic region, serving both commercial and military needs. This milestone reinforces Northrop Grumman’s leadership in satellite communications, with the ASBM being their 48th mission using GEOStar space vehicles.
Nikon’s California Manufacturing Center Supporting Aerospace Industries
Photo Courtesy of Nikon | Nikon AM Technology Center in Long Beach, California
Next, Nikon has made a notable advancement with the launch of its Nikon Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center in Long Beach, California. This 90,000-square-foot facility is dedicated to design and metal additive manufacturing services, catering to aviation, aerospace, and defense clients, as well as contract manufacturers. The center, which employs 52 staff members, also serves as the global headquarters for Nikon’s advanced manufacturing subsidiary.
Established in April 2023, this subsidiary oversees the scaling and management of Nikon’s additive manufacturing business. Later this year, Nikon SLM Solutions AG will open the Nikon SLM Solutions Studios at the center, integrating laser powder bed fusion technology and Nikon-developed 3D printing solutions to enhance metallurgy and metrology capabilities.
“Coolest Thing Made in California” Contest: Popular Round
CoolestThingCalifornia.com | Popular Round 8/19 – 8/22
Lastly, CMTA has kicked off its second annual “Coolest Thing Made in California” contest, featuring over 135 California-made products. This competition highlights the significant role of manufacturing in California’s economy, which employs 1.3 million people and contributes $310 billion to the state’s annual GDP.
The public voting phase, known as the “Popular Round,” will take place from Monday, August 19 to Thursday, August 22. During this period, members of the public can vote up to five times per day, per device, by visiting CoolestThingCalifornia.com. The Popular Round votes will determine the Top 16 products that will advance in the competition. Stay tuned!
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