The 50,000-square-foot (about 4,600 m²) hall is expected to create up to 20 skilled welding and technician positions by 2026. Until now, Stadler relied on welded car bodies shipped from its European plants. Producing them locally reduces shipping times and raises the share of US-made content in Stadler trains to about 80 percent.
"We set out to build more than just trains," said Martin Ritter, CEO of Stadler North America. "We’re building economic opportunity, stronger supply chains, and a future where American-made trains are synonymous with world-class quality."
Stadler’s welding specialists from Hungary are currently training the new US team, helping to transfer knowledge and ensure production standards. Alongside the job creation, the company is also reviewing its supply chains to further increase the proportion of domestically sourced components.
