ArcelorMittal to build $1.2b NOES facility in Alabama

The new facility, wholly owned by ArcelorMittal, will be capable of producing up to 150,000 metric tons of NOES annually, depending on the product mix, to support a number of industrial and commercial uses of NOES, including electric motors, generators and specialized applications.

Construction is set to begin in the second half of 2025, with production anticipated to commence in 2027. The project is expected to create up to 1,300 jobs during the construction phase and more than 200 permanent positions to support the plant’s ongoing operations.

“We recognize the importance of creating a resilient, sustainable domestic supply chain for this critical material,” said John Brett, CEO, ArcelorMittal North America. “We also greatly appreciate the support the project has received and would like to recognize Alabama governor Kay Ivey and secretary of commerce Ellen McNair, as well as the Mobile County Commission and the Mobile Chamber for their backing, which not only advances our mission but also fuels economic growth in the greater Mobile region.”

Commenting on the project, Ivey said, “ArcelorMittal’s $1.2 billion investment not only strengthens Alabama’s position as a key player in the steel industry but also paves the way for innovation in electric motors and renewable energy technologies. While creating more than 200 new jobs, this project will also bring tremendous economic benefits to our state and underscores Alabama’s commitment to supporting companies that drive progress and create opportunities for our citizens.”

Alabama senator Katie Britt added, “Alabama’s steelmaking heritage is a bedrock of our industrial identity. This $1.2 billion investment represents next-generation innovation that will strengthen our state and nation’s national security capabilities. Onshoring critical supply chains is imperative to fuel a powerful new era of Made in America excellence. I’m proud of how Alabamians continue to lead the way in furthering America’s global manufacturing leadership.”

Plans for the new ArcelorMittal Calvert plant include an annealing pickling line, cold-rolling mill, annealing coating line, packaging and slitter line, and additional ancillary equipment needed for specialized electrical steel manufacturing operations. The facility will be located near ArcelorMittal and Nippon Steel's joint venture, AM/NS Calvert, a steel plant that includes a river terminal, hot strip mill, cold rolling mill, hot dip galvanizing lines, rail yard, supporting infrastructure, and a new EAF that is nearing completion.