ArcelorMittal has announced plans to build an advanced manufacturing facility in Mobile County, Alabama. The company, which produces steel, will invest $1.2 billion into the project, creating 200 new jobs in the process. The new facility will produce up to 150,000 metric tons of non-grain-oriented electrical steel (NOES) annually, that will be used in EV motors and other applications. The new production facility will feature an annealing pickling line, cold-rolling mill, annealing coating line, packaging and slitter line and additional ancillary equipment needed for specialized electrical steel manufacturing operations. The plant will be located near ArcelorMittal and Nippon Steel’s existing joint venture in Alabama, the AM/NS Calvert steel mill in Mobile County. Work on the new facility will begin in the second half of 2025, and the plant will be operational in 2027.

What people are saying

In a recent quote, John Brett, CEO, ArcelorMittal North America, said, “We recognize the importance of creating a resilient, sustainable domestic supply chain for this critical material. We also greatly appreciate the support the project has received and would like to recognize Alabama Governor Kay Ivey and Secretary of Commerce Ellen McNair, as well as the Mobile County Commission and the Mobile Chamber for their backing, which not only advances our mission but also fuels economic growth in the greater Mobile region.”

Governor Kay Ivey added, “Iron and steel manufacturing put Alabama on the map as a key industrial leader more than a century ago. Today, ArcelorMittal’s $1.2 billion investment strengthens Alabama’s position as a leader in the steel industry. “While creating over 200 new jobs, this project will also bring tremendous economic benefits to our state and underscores Alabama’s commitment to supporting companies that drive progress and create opportunities for our citizens.”

Manufacturers investing in Alabama

Diageo invests $415M to open beverage manufacturing facility in Alabama
The 360,000-square-foot facility will improve its North American supply chain operations and support future growth for the company’s export business. 

Aerospace manufacturer begins construction on SAS Campus in Alabama 
The plant, which features 30,000 square feet of flexible manufacturing space, is engineered to be responsive to customers’ needs.

Conveyor component manufacturer invests $11.7 million to expand production at Alabama facility
The expansion will include the construction of a 50,000-square-foot idler plant, as well as improvements to increase the capacity of the company’s additional four product lines.

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