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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Burford Electric Service Expands Columbus, Mississippi, Manufacturing Operations

12/13/2024
Electromechanical solutions provider Burford Electric Service plans to expand its operations in Columbus, Mississippi. The $3.55 million project is expected to create 14 jobs over the next five years.

The investment includes the construction of 15,000 square feet of additional manufacturing space with larger crane capacity.

“We’re honored to expand our footprint in Columbus and build on the foundation my grandparents Tolbert and Margaret Burford established in 1959. As a third-generation family-owned business, this $3.55 million investment reflects both our commitment to serving the Southeast and our dedication to carrying forward the values that have sustained us for over 60 years,” Burford Electric Service President/Owner Jonathan Robinson said. “The additional 15,000 square feet of manufacturing space and increased crane capacity will allow us to meet the growing needs of our industrial customers while creating 14 new jobs in the community. We’re grateful for the support from the Mississippi Development Authority, Golden Triangle Development LINK and the city of Columbus, which has made this expansion possible. This is an exciting step forward for Burford Electric, our family and the communities we’re proud to serve.”

To support the project the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program. Lowndes County and the city of Columbus also are assisting with the project.

“In Mississippi, we are committed to maintaining a favorable and supportive business environment that empowers our homegrown businesses to grow. Burford Electric’s expansion exemplifies that commitment. Mississippi has had a tremendous year for economic development, with billions of dollars invested and thousands of jobs created in our communities. Burford Electric’s growth in Columbus continues that trend while letting other companies know Mississippi is a top place for business,” Mississippi Development Authority Executive Director Bill Cork noted.

Burford Electric Service specializes in electromechanical repair and replacement solutions, including electric motor repair and pump repair, for customers in the Southeast.

“It’s great to see a family-owned, local business like Burford Electric Service expanding right here in Lowndes County. Their growth is a direct response to the increase in industrial activity in our area, and it shows how our local companies are rising to meet new demand. Burford’s investment in Columbus is a testament to the strength of our community and workforce. We’re excited to see the impact this expansion will have,” Joe Max Higgins, CEO, Golden Triangle Development LINK added.

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