Neel-Schaffer Breaks Ground for New Headquarters in Ridgeland
Neel-Schaffer recently broke ground on its new headquarters in Ridgeland, marking a major milestone in the firm’s long-term growth strategy and commitment to the Jackson Metro area. The 30,000-square-foot Neel-Schaffer Building, located at the corner of Highland Colony Parkway and Steed Road, will bring together the company’s Jackson, Madison, and Ridgeland offices under one roof […]
Ergon Marine & Industrial Supply Extends Services Into Upper Mississippi
Ergon Marine & Industrial Supply (EMIS) is launching a third location in Wood River, Illinois, adding to its’ service network across the Mississippi River. The new site extends the company’s offering into the Upper Mississippi, giving vessels greater choice on where to fuel, restock supplies and offload waste. The launch of the additional Wood River […]
Kloeckner Metals to Build New Columbus Facility as Part of Expansion
Kloeckner Metals (KMC) will build a new aluminum flat-rolled processing facility on the campus of Aluminum Dynamics LLC (ADL) in Columbus. The $90 million investment is part of the ongoing implementation of the company’s strategy whereby Kloeckner is expanding its product and service portfolio along the value chain for customers. As part of this strategy, […]
Packer Fastener Opens Hub to Service Industrial and Commercial Construction
Packer Fastener, a leading threaded fastener and industrial supply distributor, has announced the opening of its newest distribution hub in Pearl. The new facility will service the Jackson area and will allow Packer Fastener to better serve the needs of commercial contractors, manufacturers, and fabricators across Mississippi and the Southeastern United States—especially those operating in […]
GRSM Opens Jackson Office to Increase Presence in the South
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani has announced the opening of its new permanent office in Jackson. This move reflects the firm’s continued growth across the South and the increasing demand for comprehensive, locally rooted, and nationally connected legal services throughout the region. The Jackson office marks GRSM’s transition from a virtual presence to a dedicated, physical […]
Averitt Express Announces $9.6 Million Investment in Operations in Richland
Freight distribution and supply chain management provider Averitt Express is expanding its operations in Richland. The project represents a corporate investment of $9,623,400 and will create 27 jobs. “At Averitt, we believe our growth is tied directly to the strength of the communities we serve,” said Averitt Express President and COO, Barry Blakely. “This expansion […]
Smurfit Westrock Expanding Production Capacity in Lee County
Paper and packaging manufacturer Smurfit Westrock is expanding its corrugated operations in Saltillo. The project represents a corporate investment of nearly $19.3 million. Smurfit Westrock is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging materials with North American headquarters in Atlanta. The company’s Saltillo facility produces corrugated packaging such as standard cases, boxes and trays […]
Jabil Plans to Invest $70 Million in a New Facility in Marshall County
Global manufacturing solutions provider Jabil plans to invest in a new facility in Marshall County. The company expects to invest approximately $70 million over three years and create around 24 jobs. Headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, Jabil’s healthcare division provides manufacturing and supply chain expertise, as well as engineering and design capabilities, for the development […]
Mississippi Businesses Navigate a New Frontier with Technology
AI integration is being carefully implemented across the state C Spire stands as a testament to what Mississippi companies can achieve with artificial intelligence (AI). The telecommunications provider has integrated AI across customer service, network optimization, and operations, delivering substantial efficiency gains and cost savings. What distinguishes C Spire’s success is its investment in workforce […]
Lisa Hawkins: A Caring Nature in Community Service and Career
Helping others is in her DNA There are a lot of moving parts in the busy life and career of Lisa Hawkins. Trained as a nurse, Hawkins is a hands-on business owner and active community advocate who serves as a volunteer and board member for variety of organizations. Her full calendar springs from dedication […]