Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Shoals Technologies Group to Expand Manufacturing and Distribution Operations in Sumner County

• Leading EBOS provider for solar, energy storage and eMobility to create approximately 550 new jobs in Portland with multi-million dollar expansion
  

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Shoals Technologies Group officials announced today the company will invest $80 million over the next five years to expand its existing manufacturing and distribution operations to a new, larger location in Portland, Tennessee.

Shoals will create approximately 550 new jobs over the next five years in Sumner County, bringing the company’s total headcount in the region to roughly 1,400.

As part of the expansion, Shoals will relocate its manufacturing operations to a 638,000-square-foot plant at 1500 Shoals Way. The additional staff and larger facility will enable Shoals to better meet its growing customer demand for solar power.

Headquartered in Portland, Tennessee, Shoals Technologies Group is a leading electrical balance of systems (EBOS) provider for solar, energy storage and eMobility. The company serves its customers worldwide from several locations in the U.S.

For those interested in a career at Shoals, please contact [e-mail] or visit Careers at Shoals Technologies Group | Global EBoS Products.

Since 2020, TNECD has supported nearly 10 economic development projects in Sumner County, resulting in approximately 1,000 job commitments and $1 billion in capital investment.

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“Tennessee’s strong business climate and unmatched quality of life are key reasons why companies like Shoals choose to expand in our state. I thank Shoals for creating hundreds of new jobs for Tennesseans and am confident Portland and Sumner County have the skilled workforce to support these new positions.” – Gov. Bill Lee

“Shoals is an innovative brand that we are proud to have headquartered in Tennessee. Companies always have a choice in where they choose to invest and do business, and we appreciate Shoals’ continued support in our state, specifically the Portland and Sumner County communities.” – TNECD Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter

“Today’s announcement marks a pivotal moment for Shoals’ growth, allowing us to enhance efficiency, create jobs and contribute even more to the thriving economic landscape of Tennessee. I am immensely proud of our dedicated team for their commitment and success and am grateful to the State of Tennessee for their partnership in making this transformative move a reality." – Brandon Moss, CEO, Shoals Technologies Group