- American tile company to expand in Southern Middle Tennessee; invest nearly $72 million in Mt. Pleasant
MT. PLEASANT, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Landmark Ceramics UST, Inc. officials announced today the company is investing $71.9 million to expand its tile production in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee.
Landmark Ceramics plans to create an additional 78 new jobs at its North Main Street location.
The expansion in Maury County increases Landmark Ceramics’ footprint by more than 400,000 square feet and increases its installed production capacity to 80 million square feet a year.
In addition, the project includes the creation of a new logistics hub, which will be modern, highly automated and equipped with state-of-the-art technology to enhance quality, efficiency, accuracy and precision for all Landmark Ceramics’ logistics services.
A subsidiary of Italian-based Gruppo Concorde, Landmark Ceramics UST, Inc. is a 100-percent American ceramic tile company that specializes in the production and marketing of high-quality porcelain tile from its sole location in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee.
Since 2020, TNECD has supported nearly 15 economic development projects in Maury County, resulting in approximately 3,400 job commitments and $4.8 billion in capital investment.
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“Landmark Ceramics is one of the many businesses that has shaped Tennessee’s economic landscape over the last decade. I thank this company for its commitment to creating greater opportunity for Tennesseans and am proud to announce their expansion in Maury County.” – Gov. Bill Lee
“Tennessee’s tile sector has seen significant growth since 2018 with ceramics companies investing more than $350 million in our state. Landmark Ceramics’ expansion is strengthening this sector statewide, and we are proud to see this company’s footprint grow in Mt. Pleasant and Maury County.” – TNECD Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter
“We are excited to finally have the chance to reveal our latest investments that started back in 2022. Despite being a young company, Landmark Ceramics has made big steps in the North American market in the past eight years, which is also thanks to the continuous support of TNECD. These latest important investments to increase our production capacity and create a brand-new logistic hub will give Landmark Ceramics even more tools to provide all its customers a better service and resources to successfully compete in the market.” – Landmark Ceramics CEO Filippo Sgarbi
“As the City of Mount Pleasant prepares to celebrate its bicentennial later this year, it is a good time to reflect on the industries that have invested in the city and helped it grow. Landmark Ceramics has invested significantly into the community with the construction and expansion of their beautiful facility that brings with it an entirely new industry to the community. We are grateful for their partnership and celebrate their continued growth and success in Mount Pleasant.” – Mount Pleasant Mayor Bill White
“Landmark Ceramics, with its headquarters located in Maury County, has established itself as an important member of Team Maury. When the company first announced their relocation project in 2015, it created industry diversification and served as a catalyst for increased growth and investment into the community. Since then, the level of direct business investment into Maury County continues to be astounding. I congratulate the company on its expansion and am thankful for the additional career opportunities it is creating for the citizens of Maury County.” – Maury County Mayor Sheila Butt
“TVA and Mt. Pleasant Power System congratulate Landmark Ceramics on its decision to expand operations and create new job opportunities and investment in Mt. Pleasant. We are proud to partner with the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, Middle Tennessee Industrial Development Association, and the Maury Alliance to support companies like Landmark Ceramics, that are committed to continued growth in the region, and we celebrate this announcement together.” – John Bradley, TVA senior vice president of economic development
“I’m proud to help announce that Landmark Ceramics is expanding its successful operations with the addition of 80 new jobs and a $72 million investment. This is an exciting day for our community as this announcement shows that Maury County is open for business.” – Sen. Joey Hensley (R-Hohenwald)
“Landmark Ceramics has already had a positive impact in our community, and I thank them for continuing to invest here. This is a major expansion that is creating dozens of valuable jobs and strengthen our local economy. I appreciate the company for their commitment to Maury County and wish them continued success here.” – Rep. Kip Capley (R-Summertown)
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