Location

Kentucky Governor
Matt Bevin
Reimagining Coal Country
“At this point, no one ‘owns’ or embraces the title of manufacturing hub of excellence in the world. I believe that Kentucky can be that hub of excellence.”
– Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin
Going back to the 19th Century, Kentucky has played a central role in the American economy, with coal production driving a large part of its impact. However, the region has suffered as reliance on domestic coal production has gone down significantly over the past few decades.
Along with Governor Bevin and other prominent regional stakeholders, Braidy Industries is determined to rebuild Eastern Kentucky based on new economic opportunities. Advanced manufacturing is pivotal in that effort, and our new factory will be Ground Zero for transforming the region.
Quote Source: KentuckyLiving.com
Our Facility
Our 2.5 million square-foot, fully integrated aluminum rolling mill will be built on 300 acres near Ashland, KY, with an investment of $1.3 billion. This is the largest project of its kind in the region, and the newly built aluminum mill in the United States in more than 30 years.
During the building phase, from 2018-2020, we will be creating up to 1000 construction jobs. Once it’s up and running, the factory will employ approximately 500 people on a full-time basis, with high-paying skilled labor and administrative positions available.
By working with local groups, including the Ashland Alliance, we are proud to be able to bring greater economic opportunity to the people of Eastern Kentucky.
Location Near Ashland, Kentucky

Building Timeline
First Quarter 2018, Breaking Ground
2018 – 2020, Construction Phase
2020, Site Completion

Partnering with Our Employees
Our success as a company is dependent on the success of our employees. Therefore, we will always strive to provide the people who will make Braidy Industries great with the tools and amenities they need to grow and thrive in our company.
Here are just a few of the ways that we plan to make Braidy Industries an exceptional work environment by providing onsite:
- Healthy meals
- Day care
- Fitness center
- And more