Metal Fabrication
Located in the heart of the largest shipbuilding region in the nation, Southeast Mississippi is positioned to advance the metal fabrication industry to the next level.
- Huntington Ingalls Industries is the largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants and the sole builder of aircraft carriers and amphibious assault ships.
- Supporting the Southeastern Automotive Corridor, the region is home to automotive suppliers involved in metal stamping production.
- Southeast Mississippi is home to steel fabricators and metal service centers that manufacture custom parts.
- Community colleges throughout the region offer welding, CNC operation, precision manufacturing and machining technology programs.
- Specialized training programs are available with a focus on enhancing the skills of the area's metal fabrication labor force.