PPG announced that it will invest $380 million to build a new aerospace coatings and sealants manufacturing facility in Shelby, N.C. Construction on the 62-acre site is set to commence in October 2025 and is expected to be completed in the first half of 2027.
The 198,000 square-foot facility will employ more than 110 people and produce the full line of PPG’s aerospace coatings and sealants. According to the company, the additional capacity of this new plant, combined with nearby transport links that improve supply chain and shipping logistics, will help improve service levels for customers.
“PPG’s investment in this new manufacturing facility demonstrates the significant demand growth for our world-class technologies and our continued commitment to serving our aerospace customers,” said Tim Knavish, PPG chairman and CEO. “By modernizing and digitizing our facilities, PPG will continue to embody our purpose — to protect and beautify the world — while contributing to the growth and innovation of the aerospace sector.”