Creating Nearly 930 Jobs
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Governor Bill Lee, Deputy Governor and Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter, and leadership from T.RAD North America announced today that the company will expand its U.S. manufacturing footprint with a new facility in Clarksville, marking its first location in Tennessee.
As part of the project, T.RAD will invest $90.2 million and create 928 new jobs at the Clarksville-Montgomery County Corporate Business Park South, a Select Tennessee Certified Site. The new operation will support increased production capacity and broaden T.RAD’s customer base across the Southeast.
Headquartered in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, T.RAD North America is a subsidiary of T.RAD, a Japanese manufacturer founded in 1936 as a radiator producer in Kawasaki. Today, the company operates across four continents and is recognized globally for innovation in heat-exchange technology for agriculture, construction equipment, and other industrial applications.
Japan continues to be Tennessee’s leading source of foreign direct investment, with more than 200 Japanese-owned companies creating 57,000+ jobs and delivering more than $20 billion in capital investment statewide.
Leadership Statements
- “Tennessee is a leader in advanced manufacturing, and the creation of more than 900 jobs will strengthen this sector while creating new opportunities for families in Montgomery County. I’m proud to welcome T.RAD to Tennessee and look forward to their success in Clarksville.” — Gov. Bill Lee
- “T.RAD’s expansion into Tennessee represents a strategic investment in the future of our North American operations. The Clarksville facility will enhance our manufacturing capabilities, strengthen our supply chain performance, and position us to meet growing customer demand with greater speed and reliability.” — Taroh Miller, President, T.RAD North America, Inc.
- “Workforce development is central to T.RAD’s continued growth, and Tennessee offers the talent needed to support our long-term vision. As we create nearly 930 new jobs in Clarksville, we are focused on building a high-performing team and fostering a workplace that supports advancement, innovation and sustained success.” — Tony Bryant, Human Resource General Manager, T.RAD North America, Inc.
- “The creation of nearly 930 jobs over the next five years will provide new opportunities for transitioning military members and residents. We are grateful for the state’s support and appreciative of the company’s confidence in Montgomery County’s rapidly expanding industrial park.” — Josh Ward, Executive Director, Clarksville Industrial Development Board
About T.RAD North America
Founded in 1988 as CoPAR, Inc., T.RAD North America began as a joint venture between Toyo Radiator Co., Ltd. of Japan and a U.S. manufacturing partner. The company develops advanced heat exchangers for agriculture and construction equipment manufacturers and is recognized for its industry leadership in engineering, design, and reliability. Today, the company operates as part of a global network committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
About the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
TNECD drives statewide economic growth by supporting job creation, fostering corporate investment, and strengthening community development. Through competitive business incentives, workforce programs, and community grants, TNECD works to position Tennessee as a top state for business and broaden economic opportunity for all Tennesseans. Learn more at tnecd.com.
