International aerospace company will create 50 new jobs, invest nearly $28 million in Morristown
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Howmet Aerospace Inc. officials announced the company is expanding its Morristown, Tennessee, location.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Howmet Aerospace has locations in 13 different countries around the globe and 15 states across the U.S. With the Morristown expansion, the company will create 50 new jobs and invest an additional $27.9 million in Tennessee.
The announcement comes in conjunction with the Farnborough International Airshow, which kicked off today in the United Kingdom.
Howmet Aerospace Inc. is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries, creating engine and turbine components, fastening systems, forged wheels and more. The company is also a long-time Tennessee brand, employing more than 900 people in Hamblen County.
Since 2020, TNECD has supported more than 50 economic development projects in East Tennessee, resulting in nearly 10,000 job commitments and more than $3.1 billion in capital investments.
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee said, “It’s great to see companies already in Tennessee continuing to invest in our communities. I frequently say the state with the greatest workforce will be the state that wins the future, and this expansion helps us accomplish that. Howmet Aerospace is creating an additional 50 high-quality jobs for the families across this region, and I look forward to their continued success in Morristown.”
President of engine products at Howmet Aerospace Inc. Merrick Murphy stated, “Our partners in Morristown and the broader East Tennessee community have played an integral role in the success of Howmet Aerospace’s Morristown operations. We’re so very proud of these longstanding relationships that have enabled us to grow and prosper over the past several decades. Howmet Aerospace is grateful for the support of our state, local and regional partners who have been consistent and longstanding advocates for each investment we’ve made in this community.”
John Bradley, TVA senior vice president of economic development, stated, “TVA and Morristown Utilities congratulate Howmet Aerospace on its decision to expand operations in Hamblen County. We are proud to partner with the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development and the Morristown Area Chamber of Commerce to support companies like Howmet Aerospace, that are committed to continued growth in the region and look forward to its future business success.”
About the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
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