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Ashley home furnishings to expand Mississippi operations
View Date:2024-12-23 15:13:22
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Ashley Furniture Industries plans an $80 million expansion at its two facilities in Mississippi’s Lee County, creating at least 500 new jobs as a result.
The Mississippi Development Authority said Wednesday the project will expand Ashley’s foam and mattress production in Verona through the purchase and renovation of a neighboring facility and the construction of a new one. The company also plans to expand operations in Saltillo, currently the country’s largest mattress plant, with a substantial investment in equipment and operations, the agency said.
“This strategic investment reinforces our commitment to growth and allows us to better serve our customers. By expanding our capabilities in Mississippi, we are creating more job opportunities and strengthening our presence in the region,” said Ashley CEO and President Todd Wanek in a news release.
“Ashley Furniture is already one of Mississippi’s most well-known job creators,” Gov. Tate Reeves said. “As the world’s largest manufacturer of home furnishings, Ashley’s historic commitment to Mississippi is a major boon for our entire state. ... This fantastic project only further highlights Mississippi’s global reputation as a destination for business and manufacturing.”
Ashley, the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, said the project is expected to be completed by the end of 2025.
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