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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Kingspan Roofing + Waterproofing Plans Cumberland, Maryland, Manufacturing Operations

10/14/2024
Kingspan Roofing + Waterproofing, a supplier of energy-efficient roofing and waterproofing technology, plans to establish manufacturing operations in Cumberland, Maryland. The project is expected to create 95 jobs over the next five years.

The company will redevelop a 348,000-square-foot facility which will allow for large-scale production and distribution of roofing and waterproofing components.

“I couldn't imagine a better location for Kingspan and its new global division than Allegany County – or as we like to say, the Mountainside of Maryland," said Governor Wes Moore. “This move will put Maryland on the cutting edge of manufacturing, create good-paying jobs, advance our climate goals, and grow our economy. Together, we will make Maryland the best place in the world to change the world."

To support the project the Maryland Department of Commerce has approved a $1 million conditional grant through Advantage Maryland to help construct a secondary railway line that will connect the development site with the CSX railway spur. In addition, the Allegany County Department of Economic and Community Development is providing up to $265,000 to assist with the rail project and will oversee and manage the new construction.

“Embracing the potential for increased manufacturing is a pivotal part of Maryland's continued economic vitality, especially for the rural regions of our state," noted Maryland Department of Commerce Secretary Kevin Anderson. “Together, we will work to create more opportunity and advancement for Allegany County. Welcome to Maryland, Kingspan!"

The George C. Edwards Fund will also provide $1 million through the Tri-County Council for Western Maryland to enhance assistance with rail construction costs. Additionally, the company is also eligible for funding through the state's Partnership for Workforce Quality program and various tax credits including the More Jobs for Marylanders program and Job Creation Tax Credit.

“We are excited to welcome Kingspan to Allegany County as they establish their new East Coast presence here," added Allegany County Commission President David J. Caporale. "Our Economic and Community Development Department has been dedicated to supporting this project, working closely with Kingspan to ensure that their decision to purchase and relocate here was both strategic and valuable. This accomplishment would not have been possible without the essential collaboration of our state and local partners, whose involvement played a key role in making Kingspan's move a reality. We look forward to the economic growth and opportunities this new business will bring to our community."

Kingspan Roofing + Waterproofing is a new division of the international parent-company Kingspan Group, a leader in high-performance insulation and building solutions.

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