stow Group, a company specializing in industrial storage and automation solutions, plans to invest $36 million to establish a new manufacturing operation in Gordon County. The move is expected to create about 200 jobs for the region.
Governor Brian Kemp commented on the announcement: “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,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “We look forward to this great job creator’s impact on the community and critical industries throughout Georgia.”
Headquartered in Belgium, stow manufactures industrial racking systems and offers warehouse and storage solutions for clients in logistics, food and beverage, life sciences, among other sectors. The company is currently expanding its presence into the U.S. market.
Jos De Vuyst, CEO of stow Group, stated: “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. 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.”
Michael Morgenroth, Plant Manager at stow U.S., said: “I am very excited to ramp up a highly automated production plant with the latest technologies in rack manufacturing. 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.”
The company’s operations will occupy 240,000 square feet of an existing building along Highway 41 near Adairsville. Production is set to begin in 2026. Job openings will include roles such as profiling, stamping, welding, powder coating, automation, assembly as well as logistics, administrative, and management positions. Those interested can find more information at www.stow-group.com/en/careers.
Gordon County Administrator Jim Ledbetter remarked: “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 Gordon 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.”
John Soper from the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) represented statewide interests during this project alongside partners including the Gordon County Chamber, Development Authority of Gordon County, Georgia Quick Start program—a workforce training initiative—and Georgia Power.
Pat Wilson, GDEcD Commissioner added: “Northwest Georgia’s manufacturing legacy and strategic location supports opportunities for a solutions provider in the logistics industry like stow Group,” said GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson. “With an inland port and a network of rail and highways that extend into neighboring states such as Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, and the Carolinas, northwest Georgia connects the Southeast to global markets. We are excited to welcome stow Group to our family of international companies with its first Georgia-based production facility.”
stow operates globally with more than 45 years’ experience across over 60 countries through ten production plants.
