Cat built a huge engine plant in Sequin, TX about 10 years ago or so.
They have a large operation in GA east of Atlanta along I-20 as well. Relatively easy access to the Port of Savannah for Ex-Im. And GA has had a quality technical education system for a long time, so they can get well-trained employees. A couple years ago, the head of the technical education system spoke at my Rotary club. I told him the state should defund the universities (at least enough to get rid of the woke crap) and fund him better. He cracked up, liked it very well. I was serious.
Yeah, my now retired BIL worked in the city of Seguin planning dept when that went down. It was a big financial boost for the community.