GF Casting pledges $184 million for a state-of-the-art cast aluminium facility in Augusta

Switzerland-based GF Casting Solutions has unveiled plans to invest over $184 million in a cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Augusta, Georgia. This announcement marks the third major development in Augusta-Richmond County within the past fortnight, following Syensqo and StandardAero. 

The new facility, situated at the Augusta Corporate Park, will specialise in producing cast aluminium parts, with a specific emphasis on large structural components crucial to the automotive sector.

Carlos Vasto, the president of GF Casting Solutions, appreciated the long-term vision behind the project, stating: “Building a High-Pressure Die Casting Facility is a very long-term investment. The new facility will complete our footprint to become truly global in the e-mobility market. We are looking forward to bringing leading technology to the US and to creating advanced manufacturing jobs for several generations in Georgia. The location is ideal for addressing the thriving automotive industry in the region.”

With operations slated to commence in 2027, the initiative is poised to generate 350 new jobs for Richmond County, offering opportunities for advancement and skill development in advanced manufacturing.

Vasto also emphasised the role of technology in driving innovation and sustainability within the automotive industry. The strategic location of the Augusta facility positions GF Casting Solutions to cater to the burgeoning automotive sector in the region effectively. If you wish to have a comprehensive outlook of the international aluminium sector, please have a look at AL Circle's special report, Global Aluminium Industry Key Trends to 2030.