Ambulance manufacturer acquires 380,000-square-foot campus in Elkhart County to expand production
GOSHEN, Ind. — Wright Industries will invest $18 million to expand its ambulance and specialty vehicle manufacturing operations in Goshen, Indiana, creating more than 250 new, high-wage jobs by the end of 2028.
The company is purchasing the former Wabash National Services manufacturing facility at 2672 E. Kercher Road. The 72-acre property includes 12 buildings totaling 380,000 square feet, providing space to increase production and accommodate future growth.
Goshen Manufacturing Campus Supports Production Growth
Established in 2025, Wright Industries designs, builds and remounts ambulances for emergency medical service providers. The company has already outgrown its initial 72,000-square-foot facility.
Renovations are underway at the newly acquired campus, with relocation expected to begin shortly after the announcement. The move will support increased manufacturing capacity and workforce expansion.
Average salaries for the new positions are expected to reach up to 125% of the Elkhart County average.
“Indiana, and specifically Goshen, offers the pro-business climate, talent pool and work ethic that gives us the confidence to invest in this community and grow Wright Industries, creating high-paying jobs and future opportunities for our employees, suppliers and dealers for generations to come,” said David Wright, CEO of Wright Industries.
Ambulance Manufacturer Builds on Northern Indiana’s RV Expertise
Led by Wright, an experienced executive in Indiana’s recreational vehicle industry, the company draws on northern Indiana’s manufacturing capabilities and skilled workforce.
Gov. Mike Braun said the expansion demonstrates how the region’s RV industry expertise can support growth in other advanced manufacturing sectors.
“Today we celebrate the growth of Wright Industries, a company powered by the strength and skill of northern Indiana’s unmatched RV sector,” Braun said. “The company’s decision to grow in Elkhart County is a testament to our business climate and our workforce, and we look forward to hundreds of new jobs on the horizon.”
Rescue Star Ambulance Line Expands
Wright Industries is a division of Wright Capital Management focused on American manufacturing, product innovation and operational performance.
The company debuted its Rescue Star Type II ambulance, built on the 2026 Ford Transit chassis, in 2025. It also introduced the Rescue Star RS 170 Type III ambulance at EMS World in Orlando.
The Rescue Star product line incorporates premium components and standard features designed to meet the operational needs of first responders.
Investment Adds to South Bend-Elkhart Manufacturing Momentum
Indiana Secretary of Commerce Chuck Goodrich highlighted Wright Industries as an example of advanced manufacturing supporting entrepreneurship, business investment and employment growth across the South Bend-Elkhart region.
The expansion follows another Elkhart County manufacturing announcement from Boundless Recreation, which launched operations in Bristol with plans to create up to 115 new, high-wage jobs.
Wright Industries’ investment will bring a former manufacturing campus back into use while expanding ambulance production and employment opportunities in Goshen.
