Engine maker Cummins Inc. announced it planned to invest more than $25 million in its Seymour Engine Plant (SEP) in Indiana, an investment slated to create and retain more than 150 jobs.
“After our significant investments into our manufacturing and tech center infrastructure over the last 10 years, our latest expansion decision will once again expand our ability to serve global markets and bring new products and technology from our high horsepower engine hub in Seymour,” stated Norbert Nusterer, president, Power Systems Business Segment, Cummins Inc. “The evolving partnerships with our terrific workforce as well as the city help us build a more successful company, while in turn allowing us to contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities in and around Seymour. We are grateful to all stakeholders for the solid effort of past years on which this latest decision is built.”
The money will go to upgrade the existing infrastructure at SEC, which is the company’s high-horsepower headquarters. The investment also will bring new manufacturing capabilities, including assembly, machining and block lines, as well as testing equipment.
Cummins said the moves will prepare for the addition of a new engine platform scheduled to launch in 2024.
“This is exciting for our employees,” stated Darren Wildman, Americas operations leader, Power Systems Business, Cummins Inc. “These investments ultimately mean we are going to bring to market the next generation of high-horsepower engines. A new engine platform allows us to tap even deeper into our exceptional technological, engineering and manufacturing expertise to create a game-changing product to serve more customers and expand into new markets.”
Over the past 10 years, Cummins has invested more than $350 million at its high-horsepower operations in Seymour. Over that time, employment at its Seymour operations nearly has doubled, with 1,100 employees today.
SEP produces natural gas and diesel engines ranging in size from 15L to 95L.
