manufacturing
The company has signed a term sheet with Magrathea Metals, a company with federal backing.
The company recently closed on a 70-acre property in Poinsett County with long-term plans for growth.
Backed by Suzano’s significant global investments — including the world’s largest and most modern pulp mill — President Fabio Almeida says the Arkansas operation is becoming a model of cost-competitive performance.
Tetra Technologies Explores Arkansas Project That Would Restart US Magnesium Production
The company has signed a term sheet with Magrathea Metals, a company with federal backing. read more >
Basden Steel of Texas Expands to Northeast Arkansas
The company recently closed on a 70-acre property in Poinsett County with long-term plans for growth. read more >
Suzano’s Pine Bluff Mill Thrives Under Global Investment Strategy
Backed by Suzano’s significant global investments — including the world’s largest and most modern pulp mill — President Fabio Almeida says the Arkansas operation is becoming a model of cost-competitive performance. read more >
Building a Planet (Editorial)
With the announcement of the new U.S. Steel plant in Osceola, its seems like the momentum for growth in the area is only gaining traction. read more >
Huggies Wipes Wins 2025 ‘Coolest Thing Made in Arkansas’ Competition
Wipes sold in the U.S. and Canada are manufactured exclusively at Kimberly-Clark Corp.'s facility in Maumelle. read more >
US Steel CEO Reveals More Details on Next Arkansas Project
The steel giant's new direct reduced iron plant in Osceola and planned upgrades for grain-oriented steel represent another $3 billion investment in Arkansas. read more >
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Packaging Specialties Plans $24M Expansion of Fayetteville Manufacturing Operations
The project is expected to create 101 jobs over five years. read more >
Hires and Promotions at SafeHaven Security, UAMS, Mitchell Williams (Movers & Shakers)
Moves in banking, health care and consulting are some of the major highlights for this week's Movers & Shakers. read more >
Suzano Transforms Pine Bluff Mill Into National Packaging Leader
With 70 years of history, the former Pactiv-Evergreen mill in Pine Bluff is being brought back to life. read more >
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US Steel Plans New Facility in Osceola
The news comes after U.S. Steel last week detailed an $11 billion multiyear growth plan under new owner Nippon Steel. read more >
FutureFuel Posts Wider Q3 Loss as Production Pause Weighs on Revenue
The Batesville company plans to restart biofuel output in the fourth quarter following new federal tax credit guidance. read more >
Cantex Prepares $120M PVC Plant in Southwest Arkansas
Though it won't start full production until spring 2026, the Cantex PVC plant in Nashville is already making waves within the local economy. read more >
Dreamline Manufacturing President Kevin Tipton on Commitment, Craftsmanship and Community
The third-generation leader of the Cabot mattress maker blends old-school grit with new-school innovation. read more >
Elopak to Boost Production at Little Rock Port Facility With $30M Investment
The expansion comes about a year sooner than the company originally planned. read more >
Chemical Firm Plans $9.1M Manufacturing Facility In Hot Springs
Molecular Processing LLC, a new company with California ownership, acquired the facility from Indiana-based ORG Chem Group. read more >
Promotions & Hires at Stone Bank, Lexicon and CDI Contractors (Movers & Shakers)
Banking and construction are the industries in the spotlight of this weeks Movers & Shakers. read more >
Metal Panel Manufacturer Morin Opens $15M Facility in Little Rock
The first phase of the company's investment will support 25 jobs. read more >
Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Announced
This year’s inductees have been involved in a wide range of industries, including staffing, distribution, construction, investment, steel production and more. read more >
Revolution Settles California Lawsuit Over Recyclability of Plastic Bags
The suit accused the Little Rock firm and three other companies of misleading environmental marketing claims. read more >
![Hybar Steel was just one of Lexicon’s many projects in Mississippi County. [Karen E. Segrave]](https://arkansasbusiness.wppcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Image_8-1-25_at_5.12e280afPM_opt-e1754672951830-300x194.jpg)
‘Steel Mill Heaven’ (Editorial)
A second Hybar plant would further secure Mississippi County’s place as the capital of U.S. steel production. read more >
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