Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced that Mubea – a global automotive supplier of lightweight products for automotive chassis, bodies and powertrains – plans to expand its Boone County operations with a $24.3 million investment creating 102 well-paying jobs.
“Kentucky’s economy is strong, and the proof is in the companies that continue to invest and believe in what we have to offer,” said Gov. Beshear. “Mubea has been part of the commonwealth’s expansive logistics and distribution sector for more than four decades, and I’m excited to see them continue to grow here. I want to thank the company’s leadership for their continued investment in Boone County and look forward to their success in the community for years to come.”
Mubea plans to renovate an existing building at 8252 Dixie Hwy. to accommodate additional spring wire and coil spring production. The renovation will include updates to the building, investment in production equipment and the addition of 102 new full-time jobs.
“We are very grateful for the support and vision demonstrated by Gov. Beshear in facilitating Mubea’s expansion through the recent tax incentives,” said Mubea North America CEO James Sheehan. “It will be instrumental for our operations and will create new opportunities for our employees and community. We look forward to continuing this positive partnership and contributing to the economic vitality of our state.”
Headquartered in Attendorn, Germany, the Mubea Group has been an owner-managed, family business since 1916. The company specializes in lightweight parts for automotive and aerospace components. With more than 14,000 global employees in 54 locations, Mubea generated sales of approximately 3 billion euros in 2022.
Boone County Judge/Executive Gary Moore thanked Mubea for its continued investment in its facilities in Northern Kentucky: “Mubea has steadfastly grown its presence in the region as a Tier 1 automotive supplier with high-quality jobs. There was a competitive site location process for this new production capacity, and we are proud that, once again, Mubea chose Boone County for this expansion.”
BE NKY Growth Partnership CEO Lee Crume, who visited Mubea’s headquarters this summer, said, “We had a great visit with Mubea leaders in Germany in June and are thrilled the company will continue its growth trajectory in Northern Kentucky, bringing good-paying jobs to the region and adding to our advanced manufacturing industry.”