Jackson, Miss. – PCC GulfChem Corporation is locating manufacturing operations in DeLisle. The project represents a corporate investment of at least $540 million and will create at least 84 jobs. In addition to the direct jobs being created by PCC GulfChem, hundreds of contractor and construction jobs also will be created during the project’s initial phases.
As a project company, PCC GulfChem is a subsidiary of the holding company PCC SE, headquartered in Germany. The PCC Group is globally recognized as a manufacturer of chemical feedstocks and specialty chemicals, silicon and silicon derivatives, as well as a container logistics operator. The company is co-locating operations with The Chemours Company to produce chlorine and a number of downstream products at the Chemours DeLisle Plant.
Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program. Harrison County also is assisting with the project.
PCC GulfChem Corporation expects the new plant to be operational in 2028.
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“This is yet another economic development megadeal for Mississippi and further proof that companies from around the world want to invest here. PCC GulfChem’s decision to invest more than a half billion dollars in Harrison County is a testament to the fact that our pro-business policies and favorable business environment attract some of the world’s top industry leaders. I thank the PCC GulfChem team for choosing Mississippi and wish the company many years of success on the Gulf Coast. Mississippi has momentum, and this is our time!” – Gov. Tate Reeves
“PCC GulfChem’s co-location at the Chemours DeLisle Plant in Pass Christian speaks to the strength and competitiveness of Mississippi’s industrial landscape. This $540 million investment and the creation of 84 new jobs is a crystal-clear example of the state’s ability to attract global leaders in chemicals manufacturing. State leaders work hard to maintain a supportive business environment and prioritize workforce development so innovative companies like PCC GulfChem can thrive for generations in Mississippi.” – Mississippi Development Authority Executive Director Bill Cork
“We are grateful for the facilitating approach and support from the State of Mississippi and the Harrison County towards PCC as a new potential investor in the region. PCC aims to contribute in a positive way to the community and to the businesses of our on-site partner Chemours, as well as to other local businesses.” – PCC CEO Peter Wenzel
“The Harrison County Board of Supervisors and Harrison County Development Commission are pleased to support the PCC GulfChem project. Recognizing the project’s potential to create high-paying jobs and the significant investment and positive economic impact it will have, the county is supporting a request for a rare fee-in-lieu agreement.” – Harrison County Development Commission Executive Director Bill Lavers
“Mississippi Power is excited to be the energy provider in this successful public-private partnership that is bringing significant investment by a global company to our Gulf Coast region. We are known for reliable electric service, and we look forward to having PCC Gulf Chem as a new customer in its production of chlorine and other products alongside Chemours, one of our largest longtime customers.” – Anthony Wilson, President and CEO, Mississippi Power
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