PACCAR opens expanded manufacturing operations in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. — Global automotive technology leader PACCAR celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its expanded manufacturing operations in Columbus on Monday, marking completion of a $209.4 million investment that will create 100 new jobs in Mississippi’s Golden Triangle region.
The expansion brings additional production capacity to PACCAR, a company known for designing and manufacturing commercial vehicles and related technology. The company operates manufacturing facilities and parts distribution centers in multiple countries and supplies components and trucks under several brand names.
State and local officials said the investment underscores the strength of Mississippi’s workforce and manufacturing sector and is expected to bolster the regional economy. The Golden Triangle area is an important manufacturing and industrial hub in the northeastern part of the state.
The ribbon cutting signals the start of operations in the expanded facility. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
