ATLANTA, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp announced this week that stow Group, a Belgium-based leader in industrial storage and automation solutions, will establish a new U.S. manufacturing operation in Gordon County. The $36 million investment is expected to create approximately 200 new jobs.
“Georgia’s reliable infrastructure network and strategic location ensure we remain a gateway to opportunity, and companies like stow Group are a big reason why our robust logistics industry continues to deliver results across the state,” Kemp said. “We look forward to this great job creator’s impact on the community and critical industries throughout Georgia.”
Stow Group specializes in designing and manufacturing racking systems and warehouse storage solutions, serving industries such as logistics, food and beverage, and life sciences. The new Gordon County facility marks a key milestone in the company’s expansion into the U.S. market.
“This new production facility in Georgia will further strengthen stow’s presence and support network in North America and bring us closer to existing and new customers,” said CEO Jos De Vuyst. “Expanding our production footprint in the United States is a key milestone for stow Group. The new facility in Gordon County will allow us to serve our customers faster, enhance our local partnerships, and continue our commitment to innovation and sustainability.”
“I am very excited to ramp up a highly automated production plant with the latest technologies in rack manufacturing,” said Plant Manager Michael Morgenroth. “Together with the State of Georgia and Gordon County, we are already working on training plans. We believe this will offer great career development opportunities for anyone in the local workforce who is interested in steel manufacturing.”
Stow’s new manufacturing operations will comprise 240,000 square feet of an existing building along Highway 41 near Adairsville, with production expected to begin in 2026. Job opportunities will include roles in profiling, stamping, welding, powder coating, automation, assembly, logistics, administration, and management.
“The Development Authority, Gordon County Board of Commissioners, and the local community are pleased to see the innovation and use of advanced manufacturing technologies that stow brings to Gordon County,” said County Administrator Jim Ledbetter. “We hope the Gordon County facility will allow stow to serve their customers faster and lend support to both existing and new customers across North America.”
Founded more than 45 years ago, stow Group operates in over 60 countries with 10 production plants and 20 sales offices worldwide.
