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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Birdon Expands Bayou La Batre, Alabama, Shipyard Operations

10/14/2024
Birdon, a diversified global group of companies providing solutions to the maritime, military and resource sectors, plans to expand its shipyard operations in Bayou La Batre, Alabama. The $37.55 million project is expected to create 136 jobs over the next three years.

The company’s existing site supports the U.S. Coast Guard with Inland Buoy Tenders, known as Waterways Commerce Cutters (WCC).

“We are excited to embark on this significant expansion at our Bayou La Batre shipyard. This investment underscores our commitment to supporting the U.S. Coast Guard with the next generation of Waterways Commerce Cutters. We are also proud to enhance the economic landscape of Bayou La Batre by generating employment opportunities and demonstrating our commitment to workforce development and the local community,” said Jamie Bruce, CEO of Birdon.

The Birdon Group has operations across the U.S., Australia, Europe, and Asia. The company has four main business divisions in the U.S.: Marine Ship Building and Repair; Disposals; Engineering; and Marine Propulsion.

“Birdon’s decision to invest in Bayou La Batre is a testament to the strength of our local workforce,” noted Mobile Chamber President and CEO Bradley Byrne. “This expansion will have a significant impact, provide good-paying jobs and reinforce our region’s role in the maritime industry.”

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