Manufacturing momentum in Tennessee continues with three companies announcing plans to invest in manufacturing plants Maury and Cumberland counties. From international newcomer Recticel Group’s first U.S. insulated panels facility in Mt. Pleasant to Documotion Research’s expansion in Columbia and Durable Products’ growth in Crossville, these projects underscore the state’s strength in advanced manufacturing and foreign direct investment.
Belgium-based Recticel Group has chosen Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee for the site of its first U.S. manufacturing facility for insulated panels. The company plans to create 78 jobs and invest $49.6 million in the Southern Middle Tennessee at the Cherry Glen Industrial Park, a Select Tennessee Certified Site.
Said Jan Vergote, CEO, Recticel Group, “Launching Trimo North America marks an exciting new chapter in our global growth strategy. In Europe, demand for our insulated panels has grown dynamically, driven by their exceptional thermal performance, durability, and design versatility. Our new Tennessee facility will manufacture high-quality insulated panels for a wide range of applications, including warehouses, gymnasiums, schools, industrial facilities, and retail spaces. We look forward to becoming an active part of Tennessee’s dynamic and welcoming business community.”
At the investment announcement, Stuart McWhorter, Deputy Governor and Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD), said, “Since took office, foreign direct investment has accounted for nearly a quarter of all projects, and in 2025 alone, nearly 70% of our landed projects were the result of international investment. I’m proud of the business-friendly environment we’ve cultivated that attracts businesses from around the globe, and I look forward to seeing how Recticel strengthens that ecosystem from its Mt. Pleasant operations.”…