Articles from Harrisburg PA

Volvo to Invest $40M in Shippensburg Facility

Volvo Construction Equipment announces a $40 million investment over five years to expand manufacturing at its Shippensburg, Pennsylvania facility. The expansion will increase production capacity for excavators and loaders, driven by growing demand and the need to improve supply chain logistics while reducing reliance on long-distance shipping.

York College Dorm Expansion Breaks Ground

York College of Pennsylvania breaks ground on an expansion of Northside Commons residence hall, adding a new wing to house over 200 additional students. The project includes air conditioning, multipurpose areas, and upgraded furniture, with completion scheduled for next summer. College officials emphasize their commitment to investing in student facilities while many institutions are scaling back.

Amazon Plans Largest Capital investment Ever in PA: $20B for AI, Cloud Computing

Amazon announces record $20 billion investment in Pennsylvania to expand AI and cloud computing infrastructure, creating thousands of construction and tech jobs across the state - source: poconorecord.com

Largest US Gas-Fired Power Plant Planned for PA Data Centers

Plans unveiled for the largest gas-fired power plant in the United States to be built in Pennsylvania, primarily to supply electricity to new data centers. The project represents a significant investment in the state's energy infrastructure and could create hundreds of construction jobs. Source: utilitydive.com

Gov Shapiro Announces "Lightning Plan" to Build Energy Projects

Governor Josh Shapiro has introduced a new "Lightning Plan" initiative aimed at accelerating energy project development across Pennsylvania. The plan focuses on streamlining permitting processes, reducing bureaucratic hurdles, and creating new employment opportunities in the energy sector. Source: dced.pa.gov

Wireless Infrastructure Contractors Raise Prevailing Wage Concerns

Contractors working on wireless infrastructure projects in Pennsylvania express significant concerns over prevailing wage requirements under the BEAD program. The confusion around wage standards is creating uncertainty and potential financial risks for companies involved in expanding the state's wireless connectivity. Source: wirelessestimator.com

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