This is a press release from Governor Brian Kemp's office.
Governor Brian P. Kemp announced today that auto parts manufacturer and supplier Duwon Climate Control America, Inc. will invest more than $30 million in a new manufacturing facility in Metter, creating 200 new jobs in Candler County. Then he announced. This will be his second automotive supplier announced within six months in Candler County.
“Georgia’s growth as a national leader in auto manufacturing continues to benefit communities in all four corners of Georgia.” Governor Brian Kemp said: “In fiscal year 2023 alone, 82 percent of new jobs were created and more than $20 billion in investments were directed to communities outside of metro Atlanta. The City of Metter and Candler County are the primary beneficiaries of that success. We are very excited to have Doowon Climate Control America, Inc. join this community.”
Doowon Group was founded in South Korea in 1974 and specializes in the design and manufacturing of automotive air conditioning systems. The company will become a major supplier to Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (Kia Georgia) and Hyundai Motor Group.
“Doowon Climate Control America, Inc. is making significant investments to position itself as Doowon Group’s first automotive air conditioning system production facility in the United States.” Ki Chun Sung, CEO of Doowon Climate Control America, Inc.. “The company is optimistic that its technical expertise and industry experience will play an important role in the growth of the community. We sincerely thank the State of Georgia and Candler County for their steadfast support throughout the process. We look forward to our continued support and cooperation.”
Doowon Climate Control America, Inc.'s new manufacturing facility is located in the Metter-Candler County I-16 Industrial Park, a Georgia Ready for Accelerated Development (GRAD) certified site. The facility will primarily produce air conditioning systems used in conventional and electric vehicles. Operations are expected to begin in 2026.
Doowon Climate Control America, Inc. plans to hire employees in various areas, including injection molding technicians. assembly operator. Specialist in quality, materials and production. engineer. And the management team. Job information will be published in local newspapers and job sites as soon as it is decided.
“The City of Metter is proud to welcome Duwon Climate Control America, Inc. to Metter and Candler County as a new corporate citizen who will call Metter home.” Metter Mayor Ed Boyd said:. “Doowon Climate Control America, Inc. brings 200 jobs and more than $30 million in investments to our community, driving desirable manufacturing job growth for residents in our region. .”
“There's an old saying that lightning never strikes the same place twice. Well, this happened three times during the industrial growth of Candler County.” said Candler County Commission Chairman Glynn Thrift.. “We are thrilled that Doowon Climate Control America, Inc. has chosen to invest in Metter. It’s great to see you appreciate it.”
Alice Thornhill, Director of Project Delivery and Supplier Strategy, partnered with the Candler County Industrial Authority, Georgia Power, Georgia Ports Authority, and Georgia Quick Start to partner with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) on this competitive project. Represented the Global Commerce team.
“Doowon Climate Control America, Inc. becomes the second automotive supplier announced for the City of Mettah and Candler County within six months.” GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson said:. “The City of Metter and Candler County’s intentional investment in site preparation has set them up for success. We believe their decisions led to Doowon Climate Control America, Inc.’s expansion into Georgia. We are excited about this and congratulations to Doowon Climate Control America, Inc. and our community partners.”
For more than a century, Georgia has promoted healthy industry practices, encouraged collaboration and innovation, and positioned the state as a leader in developing and leveraging emerging technologies for the evolving automotive and mobility industry. As the electric vehicle market continues to grow, Georgia pursues the entire supply chain, creating more than $25.7 billion in investment and 30,200 jobs since 2018. Job creation in the automotive industry in 2023 increased by 324 percent compared to 2021. Thanks to the suppliers attracted by Georgia's mobility OEMs, more than $2 billion was invested across the state in FY23.
