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Above: A look inside Volvo Group Trucks' facility in Hagerstown, Maryland (Source: Volvo Group)
As a prime location for 3,906 manufacturing companies generating over 192,000 jobs, the Maryland/DC region offers many opportunities. The state’s major seaport in Baltimore allows for the easy receipt of materials and shipping of finished goods. Maryland’s proximity to Washington, D.C., gives its technical and aerospace corporations a considerable advantage in applying for contracts and securing government funding.
This article will highlight current trends and statistics in Maryland’s industrial sector. It will also showcase Maryland’s largest manufacturers by number of employees.
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According to MNI, which compiles the comprehensive statistics that power IndustrySelect, top industrial cities in Maryland include:
• Baltimore (29,996 jobs)
• Gaithersburg (8,224 jobs)
• Linthicun (8,051 jobs)
• Columbia (6,587 jobs)
• Hunt Valley (6,393 jobs)
Linthicum provides the largest number of aerospace jobs, and telecommunications jobs center in Hanover. Health care and pharmaceutical companies boost the economies of Gaithersburg and Sparks, while garments are among Baltimore’s many industries.
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Chemicals and allied products rank as Maryland/DC’s top manufacturing sector, providing 13% of its jobs. Electronics and other electric equipment account for 12% of employment, and printing and publishing are 11%. Industrial machinery and equipment tie with food and kindred products at 10% each.
MNI statistics indicate that executives in Maryland/DC total 15,107. Of these, 2,259 hold the position of president, 1,430 serve as vice presidents, 1,219 own or partner in companies, and 1,275 work in sales, marketing and purchasing.
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IndustrySelect’s advanced criteria list ownership, distribution and other crucial prospecting data. A sample of the information available to subscribers about Maryland’s industrial plants shows:
• 1% are women-owned.
• 9% are publicly owned.
• 10% import raw materials.
• 22% distribute their products internationally.
Now that we’ve presented a statewide view, take a look at the top manufacturers in Maryland.
| Company | Employees | City | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northrop Grumman Corp. | 8,000 | Linthicum | MD |
| Ciena Corp. | 4,500 | Hanover | MD |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 3,500 | Gaithersburg | MD |
| BD Diagnostic Systems | 2,000 | Sparks | MD |
| Under Armour, Inc. | 2,000 | Baltimore | MD |
| Emergent BioSolutions, Inc. | 1,800 | Gaithersburg | MD |
| Volvo Group Trucks | 1,750 | Hagerstown | MD |
| Textron Systems Corp. | 1,400 | Hunt Valley | MD |
| Hughes Network Systems, LLC | 1,210 | Germantown | MD |
| Amick Farms, LLC | 1,200 | Hurlock | MD |
1. Northrup Grumman Corp. (Linthicum)
Linthicum houses the Mission Systems Division of Northrup Grumman. The division supplies a wide array of technologies. Its offerings include battle management and cyber solutions. Mission Systems sells in the U.S. and overseas. The Linthicum facility employs 8,000 workers.
2. Ciena Corp. (Hanover)
Ciena Corp. was founded in 1992, and its 4,500 employees supply telecommunications networking equipment and software. The Baltimore Sun described the company as “ the world’s biggest player in optical connectivity.” In 2020, the company reported revenues of $3.5 billion.
3. AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP (Gaithersburg)
Cutting-edge laboratories fill AstraZeneca's Gaithersburg facility. The company promotes working together and across disciplines among its 3,500 employees. AstraZeneca embraces sustainability and uses an ISO 5001 energy management system. The Gaithersburg location devotes $1 billion annually to R&D.
4. BD Diagnostic Systems (Sparks)
Founded 125 years ago, BD Diagnostic Systems strives to advance the world of health. BD’s 2,000 employees dedicate themselves to modern solutions. As testing for infectious diseases becomes more vital, BD has launched a new diagnostic platform. The company is also expanding a blood collection partnership.
5. Under Armour, Inc. (Baltimore)
Founded in 1997, sports equipment company Under Armour, with 2,000 employees, manufactures footwear and casual and sports apparel. The company reported 2019 revenues of $5.27 billion. Under Armour’s many subsidiaries include MapMyFitness and Dome Corp.
6. Emergent BioSolutions, Inc. (Gaithersburg)
The 1,800 employees of Emergent BioSolutions strive to deliver solutions to public health hazards. The company produces vaccines and therapeutics. Emergent BioSolutions also works to combat opioid addiction.
7. Volvo Group Trucks (Hagerstown)
With 1,750 employees, Volvo Group Trucks engineers and produces diesel vehicle parts. The company’s customers include Mack Truck. This group connects all operations on a single campus.
8. Textron Systems Corp. (Hunt Valley)
Textron Systems Corp began in 1955 as an offshoot of Avco, United Industrial Corporations. The 1,400 employees produce small unmanned aircraft systems and other military needs. Subsidiaries include Overwatch Systems Ltd. and Howe and Howe Inc.
9. Hughes Network Systems, LLC (Germantown)
The 1,210 employees of Hughes Network Systems deliver software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) products, digital signage and employee training. The company tailors SD-WAN and signage solutions to their customers’ needs.
10. Amick Farms, LLC (Hurlock)
The 1,200 employees of Amick farms produce premium chicken products. Grocery and retail stores sell Amick chicken direct to shoppers. The company also fills foodservice needs and supplies halal options.
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