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Mercedes-Benz Expands Atlanta, Georgia, Operations

05/28/2025
Mercedes-Benz plans to establish North American headquarters operations in Atlanta, Georgia. The project is expected to create 500 jobs in Fulton County.

The company will centralize key corporate functions at its existing site in Sandy Springs, known as 1MB, in addition to constructing a new R&D facility located on a nearby property.

“We thank the State of Georgia for its support in deepening Mercedes-Benz’s roots in the Atlanta area as we bring even more talented team members to this world-class city,” said Jason Hoff, CEO of Mercedes-Benz North America. “This strengthens our position for continued growth and reinforces our established commitment to the U.S. market. Bringing our teams closer together will enable us to be more agile, increase speed to market, and ensure the best customer experience.”

Assistant Director of Statewide Projects Elizabeth McLean represented the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s (GDEcD) Global Commerce team on the project in partnership with the City of Sandy Springs, Select Fulton, Metro Atlanta Chamber, and Georgia Power.

“Since the strategic decision to relocate Mercedes-Benz USA to Sandy Springs in 2018, we have watched Mercedes-Benz become an integral part of our business community. Their continued growth and community involvement are a prime example of why we recruit industry leaders such as Mercedes-Benz to Georgia,” noted GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson. “This expansion and commitment to R&D in the metro Atlanta area will further strengthen the company’s long-term success, and highlights the talent and collaborative partnerships fostered by the University System of Georgia.”

Mercedes-Benz AG is part of the Mercedes-Benz Group AG and is responsible for the global business of Mercedes-Benz Cars and Mercedes-Benz Vans. The company focuses on the development, production, and sales of passenger cars, vans, and vehicle-related services.

"This expansion is a testament to both Mercedes-Benz’s commitment to excellence and metro Atlanta's strength as a hub for innovation and talent. When the 1MB facility opened in 2018, it quickly became an integral part of our business landscape, driving economic growth and elevating the region’s global presence,” added Katie Kirkpatrick, President & CEO of the Metro Atlanta Chamber. “We are proud to see this partnership deepen as Mercedes-Benz continues to invest in our future shared success."

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