New 1.1-Million-Square-Foot McDonough Operations Center Will Expand Distribution Capacity and Strengthen Automotive Aftermarket Supply Chain
MCDONOUGH, Ga. (July 14, 2026) — Highline Warren, a leading U.S. distributor and manufacturer of automotive aftermarket and maintenance products, will invest $170 million in a new logistics and operations center in Henry County, Georgia, creating 160 new jobs over the coming years.
Announced by Governor Brian P. Kemp, the multi-year project will transform the former Zinus facility in McDonough into a state-of-the-art distribution hub designed to improve supply chain efficiency and support Highline Warren’s continued growth across North America.
Investment Highlights
- Company: Highline Warren
- Location: McDonough, Henry County, Georgia
- Capital Investment: $170 million
- New Jobs: 160
- Facility Size: More than 1.1 million square feet
- Operations Begin: Late 2026
- Industry: Automotive aftermarket logistics and manufacturing
Advanced Distribution Hub to Serve 95% of the U.S. Within Two Days
Located at 830 Highway 42 South in McDonough, the new operations center will serve as a major logistics hub supporting Highline Warren’s nationwide distribution network.
The facility will feature advanced automation, logistics infrastructure, and scalable technology designed to:
- Improve supply chain efficiency
- Increase operational capacity
- Enhance inventory availability
- Deliver products to 95% of the U.S. population within two days
- Support future business expansion
Hiring is expected to begin later this year ahead of the facility’s planned opening in late 2026.
Strengthening Georgia’s Logistics Advantage
Governor Brian Kemp said Georgia’s transportation network and skilled workforce continue to attract major corporate investments.
“Like so many other businesses, Highline Warren recognizes Georgia’s advantages when it comes to affordably producing and efficiently moving products to market,” Kemp said. “With reliable logistics infrastructure that includes the fastest growing port on the East Coast, our state offers unmatched connectivity and a highly skilled workforce.”
Executives Highlight Long-Term Growth Strategy
Highline Warren CEO Darcy Curran said the investment reinforces the company’s commitment to strengthening its national distribution network while improving customer service.
The McDonough location offers strategic access to transportation infrastructure, skilled talent, and East Coast port connectivity that will streamline operations and support long-term growth.
President and COO Brad Moreschi added that expanding operational capacity and investing in advanced technology will improve speed, reliability, and consistency across the company’s supply chain.
Local Leaders Welcome Major Economic Investment
Community and economic development leaders praised the project for its economic impact on Henry County and the broader Metro Atlanta region.
Officials noted the investment will:
- Expand local employment opportunities
- Strengthen Georgia’s automotive supply chain
- Increase industrial investment in Henry County
- Reinforce Metro Atlanta’s position as a premier logistics destination
- Support continued regional economic growth
Georgia Continues to Grow Automotive Supply Chain
Georgia Department of Economic Development Commissioner Pat Wilson said Highline Warren’s expansion further strengthens Georgia’s rapidly growing automotive ecosystem.
The investment complements the state’s expanding network of automotive manufacturers, suppliers, logistics providers, and advanced manufacturing operations while leveraging Georgia’s transportation infrastructure and workforce.
About Highline Warren
Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, Highline Warren is a vertically integrated distributor and manufacturer serving the automotive aftermarket, commercial, industrial, and consumer maintenance sectors.
The company operates 21 manufacturing and distribution facilities across North America, offers more than 30,000 products from over 400 brands, serves 10,000+ customers, and employs approximately 1,700 people. Its distribution network reaches 95% of the U.S. population within two days, making it one of North America’s leading providers of automotive fluids, chemicals, filters, cleaning products, and maintenance solutions.
