manufacturing expansion

[/ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərɪŋ ɪkˈspænʃən/]
noun phrasepl: manufacturing expansions
expansão da manufatura
1. The increase in production capacity, facilities, or operations of a manufacturing company or sector
The company announced a major manufacturing expansion to meet growing demand.
A empresa anunciou uma grande expansão da manufatura para atender à crescente demanda.
2. The process of building new factories, plants, or production lines to increase output
Manufacturing expansion in the region created hundreds of new jobs.
A expansão da manufatura na região criou centenas de novos empregos.
3. Economic growth resulting from increased industrial production and capacity
The manufacturing expansion boosted the country's GDP significantly.
A expansão da manufatura impulsionou o PIB do país significativamente.
This term is widely used in Brazilian business and economic discourse, particularly in São Paulo's industrial sector. It reflects Brazil's historical importance as a manufacturing hub in Latin America. In the USA, the term is common in economic reports and business news, especially when discussing job creation and industrial development. Manufacturing expansion is often a key indicator of economic health in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
industrial expansionproduction expansionfactory expansioncapacity expansionplant expansion
Antonyms / Antônimos
manufacturing contractionproduction declinefactory closuredownsizing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
expansão da manufatura
Standard term used in business and economic contexts
São Paulo
expansão industrial
Often used interchangeably in the industrial hub of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
expansão da produção
Alternative phrasing emphasizing production increase
Portugal
expansão manufactureira
Portuguese variant with slightly different construction

Related Words

manufacturing sectorindustrial growthcapital investmentproduction capacityfactoryindustrial facilitysupply chain

Related Idioms & Phrases

manufacturing expansion plan
manufacturing expansion project
manufacturing expansion strategy
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