International Motors, formerly known as Navistar, has agreed to sell its Springfield plant to Roshel, a defense and commercial vehicle manufacturer.
It marks the end of International’s storied presence in Springfield where its roots are more than century old and it once employed upwards of 6,000 people.
The sale also is a significant moment for the community, Springfield Mayor Rob Rue says in a statement. He’s encouraged that a buyer was identified rather than closing the plant, saying that decision speaks to the value of this plant and its workforce…