Mississippi Development Authority

?? Things are heating up in McHenry, where some of the most innovative work in aerospace and defense is taking place!???? Anduril Industries - a defense technology company on a mission to transform U.S. and allied militaries with advanced tech - has been awarded $14.3M by the Dept. of Defense to expand its solid rocket motors industrial base. ?? This award bolsters Anduril's $75M investment to produce large volumes of solid rocket motors for the U.S. military. ?? In Mississippi, "breaking new ground" means pushing the boundaries of innovation to transform the economic landscape of our state and country. Congratulations, Anduril! Stone County Economic Development Partnership

?? It's a remarkable day for "breaking new ground" in the Magnolia State! Mississippi-based Ergon Inc. is expanding processing capabilities at its Vicksburg refinery to include gasoline production. ? The company is investing $400 million and creating 20 new jobs to support the project, which includes the addition of a dual cogeneration power complex and will optimize Ergon's Vicksburg operations and ensure a reliable local gasoline supply. ?? Started 70+ years ago in Jackson, Ergon is now a global organization with thousands of employees - a true Mississippi success story! ?? Vicksburg Warren Partnership Read more: https://bit.ly/4l01S9U

??Just check out this graphic! ?? Whether $2 million or $2 billion, each economic development project in Mississippi brings new opportunities to so many.... the company, local community and of course, the local workforce in communities like Shuqualak, McHenry, Ackerman and Rosedale (just to name a few), in addition to our larger metro and micropolitan areas. And, we aren't slowing down. The entire State of Mississippi is ripe with potential, and we look forward to breaking new ground with you soon! ? ??

?? Last week, MDA Executive Director William Cork, Deputy Economic Development Officer Christian Lockamy, Economic Development Specialist Hunter Gardner, Asia Representatives Sidhantha Laud and Hailey(Hyewon) Yang and Madison County Economic Development Authority Executive Director Joseph Deason traveled to South Korea, where they promoted Mississippi as an optimal destination for foreign direct investment.???? ?? The Mississippi crew met with officials from top industry-leading companies and attended InterBattery 2025, the world’s premier battery industry event, alongside Southern Economic Development Council. There, they networked with major players in the EV battery space and touted the state's potential to become a powerhouse in EV battery production. ??? ??

? "The one thing that both Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Compass Datacenters have talked about is the ability of the state's energy companies to deliver at a break-neck speed." ? ?? In Mississippi, we're grateful for strong partnerships with our energy companies. Here, everyone comes to the table and takes the time to listen so companies go from investing money to making money faster. ?? Read more: https://bit.ly/3XzeQRx

??? Shipbuilding?! We're ready!?? Mississippi's shipbuilders are full steam ahead as they prepare to partner with President Trump's new White House Office of Shipbuilding. ?? Our blue economy is one of the strongest in America. We are home to some of the largest names in the industry - like Ingalls Shipbuilding, a Division of HII, which builds much of the U.S. Navy's fleet of warships, and vessel repair and specialty vessel manufacturer Bollinger Shipyards, which is building the first Polar Security Cutter in 50 years for the U.S. Coast Guard. ?? Mississippi's shipbuilding legacy is ? anchored ? in quality and excellence, and we stand ready to ensure our nation's fleet remains strong. ?? ?? ??

?? "We're innovative. We're creative. We can help you get to market faster. Let's break new ground together." ?? ?? See below to find out what else MDA Executive Director William Cork had to say when he sat down with WLOX recently to provide updates on projects on the MS Gulf Coast and throughout the state. ?? ??

?? BREAKING ?? Custom machining and metal fabrication company Fabricators Supply is expanding in West Point by adding enhanced laser fabrication to its current operations. ?? This nearly $2.7 million investment will create 15 new jobs to support its growth. ?? Thank you Fabricators Supply for always choosing Mississippi! ?? Read more: https://bit.ly/41gIMTy

Crowley has announced its new Mexico Gulf Express will begin sailing from The Port of Gulfport in May, offering substantial benefits to customers in Mexico, the U.S. Midwest and Canada! ?? Crowley's Mexico Gulf Express marks the first new weekly containerized service to the Port in 25 years. The Port's partnership with Crowley, CN and Ports America further strengthens its position as a logistics hub, as this new service reinforces its commitment to speed to market and cost-effective supply chain solutions and provides customers with efficient access to key markets in Mexico, the U.S. and Canada. ?? ???

?? This morning, MDA Executive Director William Cork joined MS Gulf Coast Business Council President and CEO Jamie Miller at GCBC's monthly meeting to provide key updates on Mississippi's economic momentum. From major investments to job creation, MDA is working hard to drive economic development and generate good-paying opportunities in the Gulf Coast Region and across the entire state. ?? Thank you for having us, GCBC! ?? ??