West Fraser Expands Sawmill in Right to Work Florida
West Fraser is planning to expand its sawmill operations in Right to Work McDavid, Florida, with a $70.25 million investment. The company will also create 30 new jobs as a result.
From Area Development Magazine:
โEscambia County offers strong, attractive business fundamentals for long-term investment such as our McDavid lumber mill expansion. […] The areaโs robust business climate, ample and sustainable fibre basket and skilled local workforce make it an excellent expansion opportunity for our McDavid lumber mill. Combined with quality community amenities and a long history in forestry, the region provides both the resources we need and a great place for our employees to live and work.โ […]
โWest Fraserโs continued investment in Escambia County sends a clear message that our community is competitive on the global stage. […] Retaining and growing established employers is a cornerstone of our economic development strategy, and West Fraserโs decision to expand here is a powerful testament to the strength of our regionโs value proposition for the forest products industry.โ
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