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Above: A view of Bath Iron Works in Bath, Maine (Image Source: U.S. Naval Institute)
With its skilled labor pool and abundant access to capital, New England has wide-ranging appeal for manufacturers. The region remains home to thousands of manufacturers that play a vital role across industries—from advanced technology and machinery to pharmaceuticals and aerospace.Today, we’re focusing on the latest trends in New England’s industrial sector and exploring the region’s ten largest manufacturing companies, based on exclusive data collected firsthand by MNI.
According to data collected by MNI, compiler of the industrial information that powers IndustrySelect, New England is currently home to 19,784 manufacturers employing 755,053 workers. Over the past year, employment in the region has dropped by 1.3%.
Massachusetts tops the list of industrial states in New England based number of companies and jobs. Let's take a look at the breakdown of New England states by number of industrial companies and jobs:
1. Massachusetts (7,590 companies; 325,000 jobs)
2. Connecticut (5,026 companies;199,080 jobs)
3. New Hampshire (1,557 companies; 76,612 jobs)
4. Maine (2,015 companies; 64,010 jobs)
5. Rhode Island (1,557 companies; 52,460 jobs)
6. Vermont (1,302 companies; 37,861 jobs)
According to MNI, Boston is New England’s largest city based on manufacturing employment. Here are the top 15 industrial cities in the region based on number of manufacturing jobs:
1. Boston, MA: 13,202 jobs
2. Groton, CT: 12,779 jobs
3. Cambridge, MA: 11,549 jobs
4. Hopkinton, MA: 11,096 jobs
5. Andover, MA: 9,962 jobs
6. Stratford, CT: 9,941 jobs
7. East Hartford, CT: 9,706 jobs
8. Worcester, MA: 8,571 jobs
9. Marlborough, MA: 8,269 jobs
10. North Haven, CT: 7,557 jobs
11. Bath, ME: 7,483 jobs
12. North Kingston, RI: 7,440 jobs
13. Wilmington, MA: 7,148 jobs
14. Bristol, CT: 7,124 jobs
15. Manchester, NH: 7,098 jobs
Read more: Top Manufacturing States in the U.S.
Taking a look at top industries, industrial machinery manufacturing ranks as the region’s largest industrial sector based on number of jobs. Here are New England’s top five industries based on employment:
1. Industrial Machinery: 100,832 jobs
2. Instruments/Related Products: 84,525 jobs
3. Electronics: 77,596 jobs
4. Transportation Equipment: 75,298 jobs
5. Fabricated Metal Products: 69,185 jobs
Other facts to know about New England manufacturers, based on IndustrySelect’s advanced criteria available to subscribers, include ownership, distribution and other trends. Let’s take a look:
• 2% of New England manufacturers are women-owned
• 1% are minority-owned
• 8% are publicly-owned companies
• 13% import raw materials
• 31% distribute their products internationally
Notably, a higher percentage of New England manufacturers distribute their products internationnally, compared to the national average of 29%.
New England is home to a number of major companies in the shipbuilding, aviation and pharmaceutical industries. Next, we’ll take a look at the state’s top companies.
| Company | Employees | City | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Boat Corp. | 12,000 | Groton | CT |
| Dell EMC | 10,000 | Hopkinton | MA |
| The Pratt & Whitney Co., Inc. | 8,000 | East Hartford | CT |
| Sikorsky, A Lockheed Martin Co. | 7,500 | Stratford | CT |
| Bath Iron Works Corp. | 7,400 | Bath | ME |
| Electric Boat Corp. | 4,500 | North Kingstown | RI |
| Raytheon Technologies Corp. | 4,000 | Andover | MA |
| Rockwell Collins, Inc. | 4,000 | Windsor Locks | CT |
| Bruker Corp. | 3,132 | Billerica | MA |
| Biogen, Inc. | 3,000 | Cambridge | MA |
Electric Boat Corp. (Groton, CT)
Electric Boat Corporation, a subsidiary of General Dynamics, has been a cornerstone in submarine manufacturing since 1899. Located in Groton, Connecticut, Electric Boat is renowned for designing and building submarines for the U.S. Navy, including the first nuclear-powered submarine, the USS Nautilus.
Dell EMC (Hopkinton, MA)
Dell EMC, headquartered in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, is a global leader in data storage, information security, and cloud computing. As part of Dell Technologies, Dell EMC provides innovative solutions that help organizations manage and protect their data.
The Pratt & Whitney Co., Inc. (East Hartford, CT)
Pratt & Whitney, based in East Hartford, Connecticut, is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units. The company is known for its cutting-edge technology in aviation.
Sikorsky, A Lockheed Martin Co. (Stratford, CT)
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, is headquartered in Stratford, Connecticut. Since 1923, Sikorsky has been at the forefront of helicopter innovation, producing iconic models like the Black Hawk and the Seahawk, which are used by military and commercial operators worldwide.
Bath Iron Works Corp. (Bath, ME)
Bath Iron Works, a subsidiary of General Dynamics, is a major shipyard located in Bath, Maine. Founded in 1884, it specializes in the design, construction, and support of complex surface combatants for the U.S. Navy, including the Arleigh Burke-class destroyers.
Electric Boat Corp. (North Kingstown, RI)
Electric Boat Corporation also operates a significant facility in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, at the Quonset Point Shipyard. This site is crucial for the fabrication and assembly of submarine components, supporting the company’s primary mission of building the world’s finest submarines.
Raytheon Technologies Corp. (Andover, MA)
Raytheon Technologies, with a significant presence in Andover, Massachusetts, is a global leader in aerospace and defense. The Andover facility is known for its advanced manufacturing capabilities, producing critical components for radar and missile defense systems.
Rockwell Collins, Inc. (Windsor Locks, CT)
Rockwell Collins, now part of Collins Aerospace, operates in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. The facility focuses on aerospace components, including avionics and mission systems, contributing to the company’s reputation for innovation in aviation technology.
Bruker Corp. (Billerica, MA)
Bruker Corporation, headquartered in Billerica, Massachusetts, is a leading manufacturer of scientific instruments for molecular and materials research. Bruker’s advanced technologies are used in a variety of fields, including life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications.
Biogen, Inc. (Cambridge, MA)
Biogen, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a pioneer in biotechnology, specializing in therapies for neurological diseases. Founded in 1978, Biogen has developed groundbreaking treatments for conditions such as multiple sclerosis and spinal muscular atrophy.
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