U.S. Food and Beverage Industry Remains Steady in 2026, While May Projects Rise 19.2-percent YoY
FLORIDA NEWSWIRE (JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) -- Industrial SalesLeads today released the May 2026 results from its monthly report tracking planned capital investment activity in the Food and Beverage industry. The report monitors new construction, facility expansion, and major equipment upgrade projects throughout North America.
U.S. Industrial Manufacturing Project Activity Climbs 7.6-percent MoM, Reaching 156 New Planned Projects in May 2026
FLORIDA NEWSWIRE (JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) -- Industrial SalesLeads announced today that planned capital investment activity in the Industrial Manufacturing sector continued its upward momentum in May 2026, with research identifying 156 new planned industrial projects across North America, a 7.6% increase compared to April.
Florida leads top five life science planned industrial projects in April 2026
FLORIDA NEWSWIRE (JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) -- Industrial manufacturing activity remained strong in April 2026, led by sustained investment from the pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology, and healthcare sectors. Florida healthcare provider is planning to invest $55 million for new construction of a 14,500sf medical and office. Industrial SalesLeads research team identified 60 pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotechnology projects.
FINANCE REPORT: From Ferrara to Anheuser-Busch: 56 U.S. Food & Beverage Industry Projects Advance in April 2026
FLORIDA NEWSWIRE (JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) --- Industrial SalesLeads, Inc., announced today its April 2026 manufacturing industry results. The month saw weaker activity across the food and beverage sector than the previous month. April 2026 saw 56 newly identified planned industrial capital projects ranging from poultry farm construction and brewery renovations to large-scale candy and ingredient manufacturing facilities. Food and Beverage Project Top 10 States include Florida with 6.
The UPSHOT League Multi-Platform Media Distribution Launches for Inaugural 2026 Basketball Season
FLORIDA NEWSWIRE (JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) -- The UPSHOT League will launch its inaugural 2026 season with one of the most comprehensive media distribution strategies ever assembled for a startup women's sports league, combining the national Scripps Sports Network FAST channel, global streaming with YouTube and local over-the-air television distribution, including in all four Upshot League markets (Greensboro, Savannah, Charlotte and Jacksonville).
Ahead of Historic 2026 Season, The UPSHOT League Announces Inaugural Women’s Basketball Team Rosters
FLORIDA NEWSWIRE (JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) --- The UPSHOT League today announced the official rosters for its four founding franchises - the Jacksonville WAVES, Savannah STEEL, Charlotte CROWN, and Greensboro GROOVE - featuring more than 40 athletes with WNBA, international, and elite NCAA experience. Across the league, rosters feature WNBA draft selections and training camp players, international professionals across multiple continents, NCAA Tournament veterans, conference champions, and standout performers from the SEC, ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, and other premier programs.
US MANUFACTURING: $20B Tesla Semiconductor Plant Headlines 149 New Industrial Capital Projects, Spring 2026
FLORIDA NEWSWIRE (JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) -- Industrial SalesLeads, Inc. has released its April 2026 planned capital project spending report and saw a surge in new industrial manufacturing capital projects, with our research team tracking 149 newly identified planned industrial projects ranging from plant expansions and new construction to renovations and equipment upgrades. Leading the month is Tesla's planned $20 billion semiconductor manufacturing facility in TX.
Women’s Basketball! The UPSHOT League Announces Founding Partners for Jacksonville Waves for 2026 Inaugural Season
FLORIDA NEWSWIRE (JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) -- The UPSHOT League on Tuesday announced its founding corporate partners supporting the launch of the Jacksonville Waves, marking a significant milestone in the buildout of the league's inaugural season and its mission to elevate women's professional basketball through community-driven investment and innovation.
Dunkman Brand Provides Gear, Uniforms for The UPSHOT League Ahead of 2026 Season Launch
FLORIDA NEWSWIRE (JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) -- Dunkman, the apparel and brand platform founded by basketball icon Shaquille O'Neal, has designed and delivered a new generation of uniforms for the UPSHOT League as the league prepares for its inaugural season tipping off May 15, 2026. The UPSHOT League enters the market at a pivotal moment for the sport. Through this partnership, Dunkman's supply of all on-court uniforms, shoes and gear bring a bold, modern aesthetic and performance-driven innovation to a league built around expanding access and opportunity for elite women's basketball players..
Food & Beverage Facilities Expanding and Modernizing, with Building Renovations Driving Over Half of All March 2026 Capital Activities
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Industrial SalesLeads, Inc. tracked 66 food and beverage capital investment projects in March 2026 across more than 25 U.S. states and Canada. From a $125 million meat processing renovation by Carl Buddig & Company to mid-market upgrades in the $1-$10 million range, this month's data reflects broad and sustained investment spanning breweries, bakeries, meat processors, seafood companies, and specialty food manufacturers.
UPSHOT League Unveils First Premier Women Basketball Players Ahead of Inaugural Season with Final Rosters Announcing May 8
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /Florida Newswire - NEWS/ -- The UPSHOT League, a new professional women's basketball league created to expand elite playing opportunities and elevate communities, today announced its first wave of premier players set to define the league's debut season. This curated group of athletes brings together standout talent from the WNBA, top collegiate programs, and leading international teams-establishing an immediate and unmistakable standard of excellence.
U.S. Food and Beverage Capital Investment Remains Strong in March 2026 with 66 New Projects
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire - NEWS/ -- Industrial SalesLeads released its March 2026 planned capital project spending report for the Food and Beverage industry, tracking North American capital project activity across new facility construction, expansions, and equipment modernization projects. This month's research confirms 66 new planned projects across the Food and Beverage sector, led by 34 renovations and equipment upgrades, 20 new construction starts, and 18 expansions.
Dark Matter Technologies names Vikas Rao CEO to lead next chapter of mortgage AI growth
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /Florida Newswire - NEWS/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced the appointment of Vikas Rao as chief executive officer. Rao, who has served as chief technology officer since 2025, succeeds Sean Dugan and will lead the company's next phase with a focus on translating its technology leadership into stronger growth.
The US Industrial Manufacturing Sector Tracked 165 New Capital Projects in March 2026, Topping $8.6B in Combined Investment
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire - NEWS/ -- Industrial SalesLeads released its March 2026 planned capital project spending report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry tracking North American capital project activity across new plant construction, facility expansions, and equipment modernization projects. This month's research confirms 165 new planned projects.
Ask Aiva AI assistant embedded in the Empower LOS, announced by Dark Matter Technologies
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /Florida Newswire - NEWS/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced Ask Aiva®, a conversational AI assistant natively embedded within the Empower® loan origination system (LOS) that allows lenders to query their origination environment in plain language, receive instant answers to see how those answers were derived.
Dark Matter integrates Snapdocs with its Empower LOS to power seamless digital closings
FLORIDA NEWSWIRE - NEWS-- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced a new integration between its Empower® loan origination system (LOS) and Snapdocs, the mortgage industry's leading digital closing platform. Through the seamless, two-way integration, closing teams can generate orders, track transaction progress with real-time status updates and automate key closing and funding workflows, all without leaving their system of record.
The UPSHOT League welcomes Tamika Catchings as Advisor and Investor, Alongside Cheryl Miller and Ann Meyers Drysdale
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /Florida Newswire - NEWS/ -- The UPSHOT League, a new professional women's basketball league dedicated to expanding opportunities for elite players and strengthening connections within communities, today announced that Tamika Catchings has joined the league as an advisor and investor.
Equipment Upgrades and Renovation Fell 18% in February 2026 – Other Capital Projects Remain Stable
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire - NEWS/ -- Industrial SalesLeads released its February 2026 Planned Capital Project Spending Report for the Industrial Manufacturing sector. The firm tracks industrial capital investment activity across North America, including facility expansions, new plant construction, and significant equipment modernization projects.
Dark Matter Technologies enables secure AI agents inside its Empower LOS
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /Florida Newswire - NEWS/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced the launch of a new capability on the Dark Matter Developer Platform, enabling lenders to use AI agents securely within the regulated mortgage environment.
Jan. 2026 Surges with a 22-percent Increase in New U.S. Industrial Projects Erasing Dec. 2025 Decline of 20-percent
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire - NEWS/ -- Industrial SalesLeads released its January 2026 New Planned Capital Project Spending Report for the Industrial Manufacturing sector, highlighting a strong rebound in project activity. The Firm monitors planned industrial capital investments across North America, including plant expansions, new facility construction, and major equipment modernization initiatives.

















