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...
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.
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...
Top Eight Announced in CMTA’s “Coolest Thing Made in California” Contest Powered by JPMorganChase
Voting to eliminate four products begins Monday, Sept. 2, 2024 Sacramento, Calif. – The bracket is narrowing for the “Coolest Thing Made in California” contest hosted by the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA), and eight products have racked...
EHS Consulting Firm ALL4 & Insurance Brokerage EPIC Join CMTA as Associate Members
Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed several associate members to the organization today, including consulting agency ALL4 and Edgewood Partners Insurance Center (EPIC). “Our associate members play an important...
16 Products Advance in CMTA’s “Coolest Thing Made in California” Contest Powered by JPMorganChase
Voting to eliminate eight products begins Monday, August 26 Sacramento, Calif. – Almost 85,000 votes later, 16 products advanced and will go head-to-head, competing for the title of the “Coolest Thing Made in California.” Over 135 products were nominated for the 2nd...
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....
Voting Begins for CMTA’s “Coolest Thing Made in California” Contest Powered by JPMorganChase
Popular Round voting is open to the public Sacramento, Calif. – Over 140 California-made products are competing in the California Manufacturers & Technology Association’s (CMTA) 2nd annual contest, vying for the title of the “Coolest Thing Made in California.”...
Electric Motorcycle Company Ryvid Joins CMTA
Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed Ryvid, Inc. to the association today. The electric motorcycle company combines the engineering expertise of innovators with the design acumen of aerospace and automotive...
Manufacturing Minute: California Selected as First State for Hydrogen Energy Hub Federal Funding
This week's Manufacturing Minute brings three exciting updates in the world of manufacturing and technology. Manufacturing Minute is released bi-weekly by the California Manufacturers & Technology Association and is powered by Tri Tool Technologies. ...
Press Release
Siemens Mobility, Leading Provider of Transport Solutions, Joins CMTA as Newest Member
Sacramento, CA- The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) today announced Siemens Mobility Inc, a leading provider of transportation solutions, as its newest member.
“We are looking forward to partnering with the California Manufacturers & Technology Association to promote a strong business climate in California,” said Scott Frederick, Manager Quality Assurance, Siemens Mobility Rolling Stock. “We have been manufacturing in Sacramento for more than 30 years and now employ more than 2,400 skilled workers at our 60-acre complex. Our workforce is diverse, our factory is green, and we keep our customers moving in an environmentally friendly way – rolling more than 3,000 passenger vehicles out our doors!”
Siemens Mobility Rolling Stock facility produces rail vehicles, locomotives, components, and systems for more than 30 transportation operators around the country. Over the past ten years, Siemens has invested over $100 million into the Sacramento plant and thus adding hundreds of jobs.
In California alone, the plant has manufactured locomotives for Caltrans and light rail trains for San Francisco, Sacramento, and San Diego. They also have a national supply chain that has ensured total compliance with Buy-America requirements, which allows them to continue providing quality transportation solutions to their customers.
“The impact of what Siemens Mobility is creating in Sacramento can be seen throughout the world, and the company’s footprint is only growing,” said Lance Hastings, President and CEO of CMTA. “The company’s commitment in Sacramento has proven to be an economic engine. The company provides thousands of jobs and has a clear vision and dedication to the future of manufacturing. We cannot be more thrilled to welcome Siemens Mobility to CMTA. As a global leader and innovator in transport solutions, Siemens Mobility will be a valuable addition to our organization.”
CMTA represents more than 400 businesses from California’s entire manufacturing community – an economic sector that generates more than $300 billion every year and employs more than 1.3 million Californians. If you want to join CMTA, please email our Director of Member Engagement & Business Development, Sarah Johnson.