Auto supplier to invest $11.2 million in Toombs County
Pat Wilson
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ATLANTA – Shinsung Petrochemical, an automotive supplier, will invest $11.2 million in a new manufacturing facility in Toombs County, creating more than 30 new jobs.
“Eighty-three percent of expansions and new locations from the past fiscal year are on their way to rural communities, delivering more than 18,300 new jobs and $12.5 billion in investment to hard-working Georgians in communities like Toombs County,” Gov. Brian Kemp said in announcing the project. “We are excited that Shinsung is joining that growing network of suppliers locating in rural communities and creating new opportunities for all to succeed, no matter their zip code.”
Established in 1974, Shinsung specializes in products like automotive sealant. The company will be a key supplier for Hyundai Motor Group and the Metaplant in Bryan County.
“We enjoyed visiting the location of our future facility in Lyons this week and celebrating our next step in the state of Georgia with our new partners in the community,” Chan Woo Park, COO of Shinsung said in a news release. “We look forward to joining Georgia’s network of automotive suppliers, providing adhesive and sealant solutions for manufacturers nearby. We are excited to be in Toombs County in Georgia.”
Construction on Shinsung’s new manufacturing facility, located at 1407 Highway 1 North in Lyons, is expected to finish in 2025.
“It has been very rewarding to witness the transformation of Toombs Corporate Center at U.S. Highway 1 in Lyons over the last few years,” Toombs County Development Authority Chair Tim Truxel said. “We truly appreciate the corporate partners we already have and look forward to a new prosperous relationship with Shinsung Petrochemical Inc. Congratulations to Toombs County, the state of Georgia, and Shinsung Petrochemical Inc. for this exciting opportunity.”
“I am excited to witness this investment to Toombs Corporate Center at U.S. Highway 1 in Lyons”, Lyons Mayor Willis NeSmith said. “The community has worked diligently to make this a premier industrial park. The location is ideal to service the growing automotive industry in southeast Georgia.”
Director of Project Implementation and Supplier Strategy Alyce Thornhill represented the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Global Commerce team on this project in partnership with the Toombs County Development Authority, Georgia Ports Authority and Georgia Power.
“The last few years have been historic for Georgia in many ways, with generational investments in automotive and other key industries creating hope and opportunities for Georgians across the state,” GDEDC Commissioner Pat Wilson said. “Our partnerships at every level, from local economic developers to statewide partners and including our international presence, have been a large part of that success. Congratulations to Shinsung and Toombs County; we look forward to what the future holds for your new partnership.”
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