04 Aug 2017
Rinnai to create 300 jobs in Griffin, GA
Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Rinnai, a home appliances manufacturer, will create 150 jobs and invest $69 million with the completion of the company’s first U.S. manufacturing facility in Griffin. Rinnai expects to create a total of 300 jobs with this new facility over the next 10 years. The new facility will support the manufacturing of tankless water heaters, Rinnai’s top selling U.S. product. New jobs created will include positions in manufacturing.
24 Jul 2017
BMW to Build Technical Training Facility in College Park, Georgia
The City of College Park, Georgia announced today the sale of 4.1 acres of land to BMW of North America on the campus of the Georgia International Convention Center in College Park. The land will be used to construct a new BMW Technical Training Facility.
“We’re excited to have BMW join the corporate landscape here in College Park,” said Mayor Jack P. Longino. “The brand is well suited for success in the region, and we’re poised to support them to the attainment of that goal.”
26 Jun 2017
Lidl to create 250 jobs in Bartow County
Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Lidl, one of the world’s largest retailers, will create 250 jobs and invest $100 million over the next five years in a new regional headquarters and distribution center in Cartersville.
“Lidl’s commitment to locate in Georgia speaks to our business-friendly climate and robust workforce,” said Deal. “Georgia is a gateway to the Southeastern market and beyond, providing innovative retail leaders such as Lidl the logistics infrastructure needed to support a growing customer base. We value Lidl’s investment and share in the company’s vision for future growth.”
09 May 2017
Elixir Extrusions expanding in Douglas, GA
May 5, 2017 – Elixir Extrusions LLC is expanding its operations in Douglas-Coffee County, GA. The expansion brings 100 new jobs and $8 million in investment to the area. The manufacturer of custom aluminum extrusions and fabricated parts will build a new 70,000 square-foot facility to accommodate the integration of automated anodizing equipment. The new production line will create one of the largest of its kind in the U.S.
29 Mar 2017
Protein Plus expanding in Fitzgerald, Georgia
March 29, 2017 – Protein Plus is adding a new production facility and over the next few years, 30 new jobs. Jason Dunn, Executive Director with Fitzgerald-Ben Hill County Development Authority said, “The Protein Plus expansion is further proof that Fitzgerald and Ben Hill County is a place where value added agricultural products can be produced competitively. What better news can a community have than hearing one of their local industries is expanding? We are excited to see what the future holds for them as they grow their product line and employment.”