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RTX expands high-tech manufacturing footprint in Mississippi

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$50 million expansion will 100 new and support critical military programs at its Forest facility 

, Miss. (September 15, 2023) – Raytheon, an RTX business, broke ground on a 17,000-square- expansion of its Consolidated Manufacturing Center in Forest. The is a $50 million corporate investment and will create 100 high-skill jobs over the next five years.  

Raytheon will construct a new building on its Forest campus to serve as a hub for the production, test and integration of Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band pods for the U.S. Navy and Australian , as well as airborne radar programs. This investment marks Raytheon’s third expansion in Forest since 2013. 

The Mississippi Authority and Scott County partnered with…

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By: Ken patterson
Title: RTX expands high-tech manufacturing footprint in Mississippi
Sourced From: mississippi.org//rtx-expands-high-tech-manufacturing-footprint-in-mississippi/
Published Date: Fri, 15 Sep 2023 15:30:10 +0000


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Superior Optical Lab expanding operations in Jackson County

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mississippi.org – Ken patterson – 2024-10-16 10:00:00

SUMMARY: Superior Optical Lab, an eyeglass manufacturer in , is expanding with a corporate investment of approximately $12.5 million, creating 188 . The company, which operates one of America’s leading optical laboratories, recently added 45,000 square feet of production to enhance efficiency. The Mississippi Authority and Jackson County are supporting the expansion . Founded in 1991 by a U.S. Navy veteran, Superior Optical Lab is dedicated to providing affordable eyewear to . Local , Gov. Tate Reeves, express pride in supporting veteran-owned businesses and the positive impact on the Coast region’s .

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Salad Days Produce expanding in Madison County

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mississippi.org – Ken patterson – 2024-10-08 14:00:00

SUMMARY: Salad Days Produce, a hydroponic lettuce producer based in Flora, Mississippi, is expanding its operations with an $8.18 million investment, creating at least 12 . The new 65,000-square- facility at Flora Industrial Park will significantly increase production capacity, enabling the company to serve larger grocery chains and regional distributors. This expansion is expected to be completed by July 2025, supported by the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive program. Local highlight the positive economic impact and growth in the food-service market that will result from this , reinforcing County’s emerging status as a food-sector hub.

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Exxel Outdoors locating operations in Tupelo

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mississippi.org – Ken patterson – 2024-09-26 10:00:10

SUMMARY: Exxel Outdoors, a leading manufacturer of outdoor and military gear, is relocating its national warehousing and distribution center from Reno, Nevada, to , Mississippi, creating at least 40 with a corporate investment exceeding $2 million. This move enhances delivery efficiency by positioning the company closer to its customers and its manufacturing plant in Haleyville, Alabama. Supported by the Mississippi Authority’s MFLEX program and local agencies, Exxel’s arrival is expected to diversify the local and foster business growth in Tupelo. The company will begin hiring immediately, reflecting Mississippi’s commitment to a conducive business .

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