Tennessee - Expansion Solutions

Record Investment Extends Beyond Automotive

September 9, 2026

Tennessee’s economic development model has long combined a central location, low taxes, utility partnerships, workforce training and aggressive project execution. Automotive production, logistics and corporate services remain important, but the state’s recent announcements reveal a broader industrial strategy. Foreign investment, critical-materials processing, advanced nuclear energy, renewable-energy manufacturing and headquarters growth are adding new dimensions to a portfolio that reached more than 8,000 committed jobs in 2025...

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Ultium Cells Announces Additional $1B Investment in Spring Hill Battery Facility

October 2, 2026

GM and LG Energy Solution joint venture plans advanced battery production, with facility modifications expected to be completed in 2028. NASHVILLE, Te...

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ArtiCast Jackson Invests $10.3M in Tennessee Manufacturing Facility

September 15, 2026

Die-casting manufacturer will create 100 jobs in Madison County while serving the aerospace, defense, robotics and automotive industries NASHVILLE, Te...

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Expansion Solutions Magazine Announces 2026 Top 15 Rural Communities Award Winners

August 24, 2026

Fifteen counties recognized for leadership, collaboration and commitment to sustainable economic growth AUGUST 24, 2026 BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Expan...

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TRISO-X Expands in Tennessee With New Nuclear Fuel Facility

July 20, 2026

Company plans major investment in Oak Ridge to strengthen America’s advanced nuclear fuel supply chain OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (July 20, 2026) — TRI...

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TNECD to Host Tennessee Funder’s Networking Reception and Project Showcase for Opportunity Zones 2.0

July 1, 2026

Two Nashville events will connect community leaders, developers, investors and economic development partners ahead of Opportunity Zones 2.0 predesigna...

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Hygrade Components to Expand Manufacturing Operations in Maury County, Tennessee

June 26, 2026

Metal fabricator will invest more than $1.6 million and create over 30 new jobs in Mount Pleasant MOUNT PLEASANT, Tenn. (June 26, 2025) — Hygrade Co...

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Previously Archived Features

Governor Lee, Commissioner Rolfe Announce Nippon Paint to Establish Facility in Chattanooga

September 27, 2019

By Scott Harrison Nippon Paint (USA) Inc. will expand its U.S. autom...

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