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Monday, October 6, 2025

Smurfit Westrock expanding production capacity in Lee County

Jackson, Miss. (Mississippi Development Authority) – Paper and packaging manufacturer Smurfit Westrock is expanding its corrugated operations in Saltillo. The project represents a corporate investment of nearly $19.3 million.

Friday, October 3, 2025

Governor Reeves Declares October 3 Manufacturing Day in Mississippi

JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves proclaimed today “Manufacturing Day in Mississippi”, joining the national celebration organized by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). The day highlights the vital role of manufacturing in America’s economy and promotes exciting career opportunities for the next generation.

Monday, September 22, 2025

MMA Partners to Host ATLAS Industry Roundtable Discussions

JACKSON - The Mississippi Manufacturers Association (MMA), in partnership with the Mississippi Economic Council (MEC), AccelerateMS, the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE), and the Mississippi Community College Board (MCCB), is hosting ATLAS (Accelerated Training and Livelihood Aligned Strategy) Industry Roundtable Discussions in eight locations across Mississippi in November.

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Mississippi Manufacturers Association – Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Awarded $994,623 Appalachian Regional Commission Grant to Launch BOOST MS Pilot Program

JACKSON – The Mississippi Manufacturers Association – Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MMA-MEP), in partnership with Mississippi State University’s Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems Extension (CAVS-E) and AccelerateMS, has been awarded a federal grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to launch the Bringing Operational Optimization & Smart Technology to Mississippi (BOOST MS) Pilot Program.

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

SWIB Calls for Expanded Training, Apprenticeships, and Employer Partnerships

JACKSON, Miss. (Courtesy: AccelerateMS) - AccelerateMS, in partnership with the State Workforce Investment Board (SWIB), is proud to release the Board’s most recent recommendations aimed at strengthening Mississippi’s workforce, expanding training opportunities, and preparing our state for the jobs of tomorrow.

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Made in Mississippi: Lockheed Martin

JACKSON - Lockheed Martin in Meridian manufactures 50 percent of the fuselage for the C-130J, a tactical airlifter used in a variety of ways, including in combat, firefighting, humanitarian work, and search and rescue.
 

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Coalition of Leading Energy and Industrial Executives Launch Gulf South Business Roundtable

WASHINGTON, D.C. – September 10, 2025 – Today, a coalition of leading energy and industrial executives launched the Gulf South Business Roundtable (GSBR). The effort is dedicated to advancing economic competitiveness, infrastructure development, and industrial growth across Alabama (AL), Arkansas (AR), Louisiana (LA), Mississippi (MS), and Texas (TX).

Thursday, September 4, 2025

Hood Industries Expanding Operations in Waynesboro

JACKSON (Mississippi Development Authority) – Hood Industries, Inc., manufacturer and distributor of structural wood products, is expanding its sawmill operations in Wayne County. The project is a $245 million corporate investment.

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

AccelerateMS Announces “Mississippi Reconnect Program 2.0” to Boost Employment and Workforce Skills

JACKSON, Miss.  – AccelerateMS has officially announced the relaunch of the Mississippi Reconnect Program 2.0, a bold initiative designed to re-engage unemployed and significantly underemployed Mississippians through accelerated training and career-connected learning in high-demand industries. The program will begin accepting applications in October for early January program start dates.

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

EnCORE Connects Skilled Mississippians with Meaningful Roles in Workforce Training

JACKSON, Miss. –  AccelerateMS is excited to introduce EnCORE, an innovative program aimed at connecting Mississippi’s highly experienced professionals with instructor, trainer, and mentor opportunities within the state’s workforce development framework.

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