Earlier today, global automotive technology company PACCAR celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its expanded manufacturing operations in Columbus, Mississippi. The project represents a $209.4 million corporate investment and will create 100 jobs for the Golden Triangle.
Governor Tate Reeves joined company leaders, state and local officials, and community partners to dedicate the project and celebrate PACCAR’s continued investment in Mississippi and the Golden Triangle region.
The expansion includes a 50,000-square-foot addition to PACCAR’s existing engine manufacturing facility to support engine remanufacturing operations and ultra-clean engine production. PACCAR has produced more than 350,000 PACCAR MX engines at its Columbus facility since operations began in 2010, and the addition further strengthens the company’s long-standing presence in the region.
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“For 16 years, PACCAR has produced world-class diesel engines in Columbus. In 2023, the company announced a $209 million investment to add remanufacturing operations at its Lowndes County facility – today that project comes full circle. Along with this major investment, PACCAR is creating 100 quality jobs to support the new operations and position the company for the next generation of diesel engine standards. Investments like this highlight the strength of Mississippi’s workforce and manufacturing industry. I congratulate the PACCAR team and thank them for their continued commitment to Columbus and Mississippi.”– Gov. Tate Reeves
“The state, the communities and the people of Mississippi are wonderful business partners for PACCAR. We look forward to expanding that partnership in Columbus with this new engine remanufacturing center. Remanufacturing engines is good for the environment and provides Kenworth and Peterbilt truck owners a cost-effective way to extend the life of their trucks with high-quality remanufactured PACCAR engines.” – PACCAR Engine Company Plant Manager Todd Wells
“PACCAR has been a valued partner in the Golden Triangle for many years, and we’re proud to celebrate this expansion and what it means for our region.”– Meryl Fisackerly, COO, Golden Triangle Development LINK
