Mississippi News

Yancey Engineered Solutions locating operations in Panola County

  • Generator cover producer creating 250 jobs
  • Project represents corporate investment of $20.8 million

Jan. 28, 2025-Generator enclosure and fuel tank manufacturer Yancey Engineered Solutions, a division of Yancey Bros. Co., is locating operations in Batesville. The project is a $20.8 million investment and will create 250 jobs.

Yancey Engineered Solutions was established by Yancey Bros. in 2004 to provide specialized design and packaging services for CAT generators. The company is locating in the former Crown Cork and Seal facility where it will manufacture aluminum and steel generator enclosures and fuel tanks to be used primarily by data centers. 

Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program. MDA also is providing assistance for building improvements. AccelerateMS, Tennessee Valley Authority, city of Batesville, Panola Partnership and the Panola County Board of Supervisors are assisting with the project, as well.

Yancey Engineered Solutions plans to complete the project within three years and expects to fill the new jobs within five years. Go to yanceybros.com/careers to find out more information about employment opportunities.

Bob Bakken

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