Mississippi company open for half a century announces $40.8 million expansion, 19 new jobs – Magnolia State Live

The Mississippi-based company, which has been in operation for more than 50 years, announced a $40 million expansion that will create 19 new jobs.

Gulf States Canners, a key producer of canned and bottled products for Coca-Cola, is expanding its canning facility in Clinton. The company has been a part of the Clinton business community since 1972.

The expansion will include modernization of the existing plant to increase efficiency and production capacity, along with the addition of a new PET bottle production line for Coca-Cola sodas and Dasani water bottles. The project is expected to be completed within a year, with 19 new jobs to be filled over the next two years. Gulf States Canners currently employs 88 workers at the Clinton plant.

The Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) is supporting the project through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive (MFLEX) program, with assistance from AccelerateMS, the City of Clinton, and the Hinds County Board of Supervisors.

Governor Tate Reeves celebrated the expansion, stating, “Gulf States Canners has been a valued business partner to Mississippi for over 50 years. This expansion brings new jobs and continued growth to the city of Clinton, benefiting local communities and the state.”

MDA Executive Director Bill Cork added, “This corporate investment demonstrates the supportive business environment Mississippi offers, enabling companies like Gulf States Canners to thrive.”

Gulf States Canners CEO Mark Shorter emphasized the company’s commitment to the Clinton community and the local economy. “By modernizing our facility and adding a new production line, we are not only increasing operational efficiency, but also creating employment opportunities that will benefit the local economy.”

The expansion is a joint effort between the local government, Entergy and other business partners, and local leaders are enthusiastic about the project’s positive impact on the region’s economy.