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LION ELECTRIC CELEBRATES OFFICIAL OPENING OF LARGEST ALL-ELECTRIC U.S. MANUFACTURING FACILITY DEDICATED TO MEDIUM AND HEAVY-DUTY COMMERCIAL VEHICLE PRODUCTION

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Friday, July 21, 2023
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JOLIET, Ill., July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - The Lion Electric Company (NYSE: LEV) (TSX: LEV) ("Lion" or the "Company"), today raised the bar on electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing with the official opening ceremony of its 900,000 square-foot Joliet, Illinois facility – the largest all-electric U.S. plant dedicated to medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicle production.

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  • JOLIET, Ill., July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - The Lion Electric Company (NYSE: LEV) (TSX: LEV) ("Lion" or the "Company"), today raised the bar on electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing with the official opening ceremony of its 900,000 square-foot Joliet, Illinois facility – the largest all-electric U.S. plant dedicated to medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicle production.
  • "This facility will not only create job opportunities, but also strengthen America's position as a global leader in electric vehicle manufacturing.
  • "It's fitting they've chosen Illinois as their home for this manufacturing facility, because Illinois is where the future of manufacturing will happen.
  • "Manufacturing is the single largest share of our economy and Lion will help grow a rich and historic legacy of manufacturing."

Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) and the Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA) Launch Innovative Supply Chain Center, Transforming the Manufacturing Industry in Illinois

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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PEORIA, Ill., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IMEC (Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center) in partnership with the IMA (Illinois Manufacturers' Association), is excited to announce the launch of its groundbreaking supply chain center set to revolutionize Illinois's manufacturing landscape.

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  • PEORIA, Ill., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IMEC (Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center) in partnership with the IMA (Illinois Manufacturers' Association), is excited to announce the launch of its groundbreaking supply chain center set to revolutionize Illinois's manufacturing landscape.
  • The supply chain center offers a range of essential services to address the evolving needs of manufacturers.
  • "We are thrilled to unveil our new supply chain solution, which we firmly believe will revolutionize the manufacturing industry in Illinois," stated David Boulay, President of the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center.
  • The Illinois Manufacturing Supply Chain Center is funded by the CHIPS and Science Act and is available immediately by visiting https://www.imec.org/supplychain/ .

Opportunities and Challenges for Illinois Automakers in Electric Car Transition Detailed by IMEC and IMA Report

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022
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PEORIA, Ill., Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) and the Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA) released an impacts report detailing changes Illinois automakers will experience as the transportation market shifts toward electric vehicles. The report, written by the Center for Automotive Research, explains that Illinois automobile supply chain manufacturers will see opportunities for growth in the electric car transition, with new parts production creating new jobs. However, the report also details other automakers are at risk if they cannot change production.

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  • Illinois manufacturers in the automotive supply chain are due for new challenges and opportunities from shift toward electric, according to new report.
  • PEORIA, Ill., Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) and the Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA) released an impacts report detailing changes Illinois automakers will experience as the transportation market shifts toward electric vehicles.
  • The report, written by the Center for Automotive Research, explains that Illinois automobile supply chain manufacturers will see opportunities for growth in the electric car transition, with new parts production creating new jobs.
  • The impact report identifies 10,800 employees (12% of Illinois autoworkers) whose jobs are at "High Risk" of obsoletion in the electrification transition.

IMEC and IMA release the Skilled to Build Grant Program for Community Colleges to Help Develop the Future Illinois Manufacturing Workforce

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022
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 PEORIA, Ill., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With missions to drive productivity and competitiveness for Illinois manufacturer, the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) and the Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA) Education Foundation announced the Skilled to Build grant program. IMEC and IMA designed this grant program to engage community college faculty to advance the understanding and the application of innovative workforce solutions for Illinois small and mid-sized manufacturers (defined as 500 employees or less).  Funding is available for up to $50,000 per project.

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  • The Skilled to Build grant program is an opportunity for community colleges to assist in creating solutions that impact the Illinois manufacturing workforce.
  • PEORIA, Ill., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With missions to drive productivity and competitiveness for Illinois manufacturer, the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) and the Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA) Education Foundation announced the Skilled to Build grant program.
  • The Skilled to Build grant will bring the innovation and collaboration needed to ignite manufacturing excellence in communities across the state."
  • The Skilled to Build grant is an opportunity to continue to position community colleges to teach the skills required for the next generation of manufacturing employees.

Lion Electric Hosts Senator Dick Durbin, U.S. Congressman Bill Foster, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, EPA, Labor, Education and Utility Officials at Its Joliet Manufacturing Facility

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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"I'm proud that manufacturers like Lion Electric are investing right here in Illinois and helping pave the way for our area to become a leader in the electric vehicle industry.

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  • "I'm proud that manufacturers like Lion Electric are investing right here in Illinois and helping pave the way for our area to become a leader in the electric vehicle industry.
  • "Here in Illinois, we are making our mark in the clean energy revolution," said Governor JB Pritzker.
  • "Lion Electric, with its largest national footprint in Will County, is one of the companies at the forefront.
  • "Amazing and innovative manufacturers like Lion Electric are leading the way forward to a cleaner and more sustainable future.

Illinois Manufacturers' Association and Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center Form Strategic Partnership

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Thursday, March 31, 2022
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of the global pandemic in which American and Illinois manufacturers led our nation forward through an economic and health crisis, the Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA) and Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) are announcing an historic formal strategic partnership that will strengthen and build upon Illinois' rich manufacturing legacy and position the industry for future growth.

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  • "Today's announcement represents a historic partnership of the two leading manufacturing organizations in Illinois that will allow us to leverage our organizational strengths to grow and expand our state's manufacturing footprint."
  • "By joining forces, IMEC and the IMA will provide Illinois' manufacturing sector with the full range of products and services in a more efficient and cost-effective way," said Dave Boulay, PhD, President of the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center.
  • "This great partnership will allow us to continue igniting Illinois manufacturing excellence and global competitiveness by delivering comprehensive proven solutions."
  • The Illinois Manufacturers' Association is the only statewide association dedicated exclusively to advocating, promoting and strengthening the manufacturing sector in Illinois.

IMEC Launches "Grow Your Future" Initiative for Illinois Manufacturers

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Monday, February 14, 2022
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PEORIA, Ill., Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, IMEC, the Illinois affiliate of the U.S Commerce NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) National Network, launched the Grow Your Future Initiative.

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  • PEORIA, Ill., Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, IMEC, the Illinois affiliate of the U.S Commerce NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) National Network, launched the Grow Your Future Initiative.
  • This initiative provides Illinois' small and mid-sized manufacturers the with tools, trainings, and assistance to drive growth within their business.
  • These projects were developed based on insights and immediate needs reported from over 3,000 Illinois manufacturers.
  • "Illinois Manufacturers are ready to move forward from the disruptions of the last 2 years and emerge more competitive.

IMEC and Partners Conduct Research that Reveals Ten Important Things to Know about how Manufacturers are Implementing Advanced Manufacturing Technologies

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Monday, September 13, 2021
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Not only do Illinois manufacturers share their unique perspectives on adopting or not adopting advanced manufacturing technologies, but it gives us and our partners the unique perspectives we need to continue supporting Illinois manufacturers in leveling the playing field when it comes to implementing new technologies."

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  • Not only do Illinois manufacturers share their unique perspectives on adopting or not adopting advanced manufacturing technologies, but it gives us and our partners the unique perspectives we need to continue supporting Illinois manufacturers in leveling the playing field when it comes to implementing new technologies."
  • The report revealed 10 important things to know about advanced manufacturing technologies in Illinois that will impact how manufacturers approach their decision to invest and adopt new technologies.
  • It highlights how integrating technologies into manufacturing processes ultimately positions a company for sustainable growth and increased competitiveness.
  • There can be nothing more important for Illinois manufacturers than improving productivity through technology investment and upskilling the workforce.