Louisville, Kentucky, October 29, 2025
GE Appliances has been awarded the prestigious National Metalworking Reshoring Award for its outstanding efforts in revitalizing U.S. manufacturing and strengthening supply chains. The award was presented during the FABTECH event and acknowledges GE’s significant investment of $6.5 billion in U.S. manufacturing since 2016, which supports nearly 98,000 jobs. Their reshoring initiatives not only enhance production capabilities but also contribute to the overall resurgence of manufacturing in the United States.
Louisville, Kentucky – GE Appliances Honored with National Metalworking Reshoring Award
GE Appliances, headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, has been awarded the 2025 National Metalworking Reshoring Award for its significant contributions to revitalizing U.S. manufacturing and strengthening supply chains.
Award Recognition
The award was presented on September 11, 2025, during the FABTECH event at McCormick Place in Chicago. GE Appliances was recognized for its consistent and successful reshoring efforts, making it one of the largest among the 7,000 known reshoring manufacturers.
Investment in U.S. Manufacturing
Since 2016, GE Appliances has invested over $3.5 billion in U.S. manufacturing plants. In August 2025, the company announced an additional $3 billion investment over five years, bringing the total to $6.5 billion. This investment supports nearly 98,000 American jobs and represents a commitment to building a stronger future for U.S. manufacturing.
Product Manufacturing and Supply Chain Strengthening
GE Appliances manufactures and sells products under various brands, including Monogram, Café, GE Profile, GE, Haier, and Hotpoint. The company’s reshoring initiatives have not only brought back production but also enhanced supply chain capabilities, contributing to the resurgence of U.S. manufacturing.
About the Reshoring Initiative
The Reshoring Initiative is a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating the U.S. goods trade deficit by increasing U.S. manufacturing by 40%. Their efforts aim to add 4 to 5 million well-paid manufacturing jobs, make careers more appealing, reduce the budget deficit, and strengthen defense preparedness. The rate of reshoring has grown from 11,000 jobs per year in 2010 to 250,000 per year in 2024.
Key Features of GE Appliances’ Reshoring Efforts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Investment Amount | $6.5 billion since 2016 |
| Job Support | Supports nearly 98,000 American jobs |
| Product Brands | Monogram, Café, GE Profile, GE, Haier, Hotpoint |
| Reshoring Impact | Enhanced U.S. manufacturing and supply chain capabilities |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the National Metalworking Reshoring Award?
The National Metalworking Reshoring Award honors companies that have successfully brought manufacturing to North America, focusing on products made primarily by metal forming, fabricating, casting, or machining, including additive manufacturing.
How much has GE Appliances invested in U.S. manufacturing?
Since 2016, GE Appliances has invested over $3.5 billion in U.S. manufacturing plants. In August 2025, the company announced an additional $3 billion investment over five years, bringing the total to $6.5 billion.
What is the Reshoring Initiative?
The Reshoring Initiative is a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating the U.S. goods trade deficit by increasing U.S. manufacturing by 40%, aiming to add 4 to 5 million well-paid manufacturing jobs and strengthen defense preparedness.
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