South Korean firm to create jobs in Jackson Co

While Governor Brian Kemp is on a trade trip to Germany, his office in Atlanta is announcing economic development news from South Korea: a Korean company that makes parts for rechargeable batteries will spend $62 million on facilities in Jackson County and create more than 300 jobs.

“I am excited to welcome Enchem to Georgia,” Kemp said in a news release. “Building on the success of SK Innovation in Jackson County, this is exactly the type of quality project that we hoped to attract when visiting Korea on our first international trip last June.

“As the market for electric vehicles and batteries continues its rapid growth, it’s great to see the industry building a hub here in Georgia,” Kemp said.

In fiscal year 2019, South Korea was a leader in both foreign direct investment and jobs in Georgia, investing $1.87 billion and creating 2,507 jobs.