Nucor Corporation Nucor Corporation formally broke ground on its new steel facility in Apple Grove, West Virginia, a $4 billion project that promises to redefine steel production in the United States.
A steel plant with regional impact
Located on a 1700-acre site on the banks of the Ohio River, the steel plant is situated just 45 minutes from the state capital Charleston. Its location offers a super-strategic logistical advantage for the efficient distribution of steel products to various industrial markets across the country.
Unprecedented technical capacity in the region
Once operational, Nucor’s new steel plant will be positioned as the most advanced plate mill in the region, with a production capacity of 3 million tons of steel sheets per year. It is designed to produce sheets up to 84 inches, and includes a 76-inch tandem cold-rolling mill and two galvanizing lines that will enable the production of high-strength steel. high-strength steel for the automotive and advanced construction sectors.
Technology at the service of sustainable steel
Nucor has designed this steel plant to operate with a significantly smaller carbon footprint than similar facilities, cementing its position as a leader in green steel production in North America. This investment is aligned with the company’s goals as the largest recycler on the continent.
Economic and growth projection
The impact of this industrial complex will go beyond the technical. The facility will generate high quality jobs in the region and contribute to the economic growth of Mason County. With a diversified educational offering and a privileged natural environment, the community of Apple Grove is preparing to join the emergence of a strategic industry in the present energy and infrastructure sectors.
Steady progress towards operation in 2026
The company expects to start operations in 2026. This development is part of Nucor’s broader tactic to expand its high-quality steel production capacity and strengthen its supply network for industrial customers in North America.
With this initiative, Nucor consolidates its commitment to innovation, sustainability and competitiveness in the steel industry.
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