Multimillion dollar expansion project underway in Eufaula—details here

Hook, line and sinker. Humminbird, a leading global innovator of marine electronics products, is expanding its Eufaula facilities in a multimillion dollar expansion. Here’s why it matters.

A look at the expansion project

The expansion project officially kicked off on December 15 with a groundbreaking ceremony. 

to meet ongoing strong demand for its technologies. The expansion project will increase the production and assembly areas by 25 percent and is scheduled to be completed in late 2022. 

The multimillion dollar expansion will include the addition of 29,000 square feet of space which will increase production and assembly areas by 25 percent. The project will also include the installation of solar rooftop panels and four EV charging stations in the facilities parking areas. 

“Humminbird is an important part of the city’s history, and the same pioneering spirit that started the company is still alive today. The product innovation and industry-leading technology continue to make this a strong business. We are both proud and excited for this expansion, and we appreciate the investment and new jobs that have been created. We wish the company continued success in the future.”

Mayor Jack Tibbs, Eufaula, Alabama

This isn’t the first expansion to Eufaula’s Humminbird facilities. In May 2021, the warehouse underwent a 17,000 square-foot addition that expanded the space by 40 percent.

More on Humminbird

You already learned that Humminbird is a leading global innovator of marine electronics products. But what kinds of products does this include? 

Think fish finders, multifunction displays, autopilots, ice flashers and premium cartography products. Basically everything one needs for an incredible day of fishing. 

The countdown is on, everybody! Watch out for the completed project in 2022.

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