Award made as part of National Small Business Week celebration

SYRACUSE, N.Y. – State Senator Christopher J. Ryan (NY-50) today honored Morse Manufacturing Co, Incorporated of Syracuse with an Empire Award as a part of National Small Business Week. Empire Awards are given to businesses in a senator’s district that have achieved a high level of excellence and have contributed to the growth, prosperity and betterment of the community.

“Morse Manufacturing’s commitment to innovation, quality craftsmanship, and exporting excellence has not only strengthened our local economy but also showcased Syracuse’s industrial leadership on a global stage,” said Senator Ryan. “During National Small Business Week, it is especially meaningful to recognize a company that exemplifies the hard work, resilience, and community impact that small businesses bring to our region. I congratulate the entire Morse Manufacturing team on this well-deserved recognition and thank them for their continued contributions to our community.”

Morse Manufacturing was founded in 1923 and provides drum handling solutions, including drum trucks, mobile drum handlers, and forklift attachments. The company is a member of the Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) and the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association.

Members of Senator Ryan’s staff presented the award to Morse Manufacturing on Thursday during a ceremony with the New York Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Onondaga Community College, during which the SBDC named Morse Manufacturing SBA Syracuse District Exporter of the Year.