Quitman Transformer Manufacturing Expansion

Quitman, Mississippi

The Quitman Transformer Manufacturing Expansion is a major industrial project by Howard Industries, adding 400,000 square feet to its existing facility in Quitman, Mississippi. The expansion will increase the plant’s total footprint to approximately 580,000 square feet and is designed to meet surging demand for advanced electrical transformers, particularly for data centers, EV charging, and battery storage. This $250 million investment is expected to create 300–400 new jobs locally and is a significant milestone for rural economic development in Mississippi. Construction began in mid-2025, with completion targeted for late 2026.