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Rain Carbon Established North American Innovation Hub in Hamilton

Hamilton's reputation as a centre for advanced manufacturing and clean technology has taken another step forward. Rain Carbon Inc., a global supplier of carbon and chemical products, has chosen Hamilton as the home of its North American Technology Innovation Centre for Energy Storage Materials — a 30,000 square foot research and development facility. The investment positions Hamilton at the heart of a rapidly growing sector in the global economy: the materials that power electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and next-generation batteries.

Jun 9, 2026
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Announcement

Hamilton is Home to New EV Innovation Hub

Hamilton is advancing its role in clean transportation with the launch of a new EV innovation hub at McMaster Innovation Park. The partnership brings together leading researchers, industry partners, and government to accelerate the development and commercialization of next-generation electric vehicle technologies—strengthening the city’s position as a hub for automotive innovation and sustainable mobility.

May 21, 2026
An aerial view of SucroCan's sugar refinery located at the Port of Hamilton in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Announcement Investment

Port of Hamilton Welcomes New SucroCan Sugar Refinery

Sucro Can Canada has opened a $135-million sugar refinery at the Port of Hamilton, adding major processing capacity and supporting supply chains across Ontario’s food manufacturing sector. The facility strengthens Canada’s agri-food industry and domestic refining capacity.

May 8, 2026

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