Unified Legacy to Invest $125 Million in Macon, Georgia Manufacturing Facility, Creating 500 Jobs

Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp announced on May 15 that Unified Legacy, a Georgia-based precision metal fabrication and manufacturing company, will invest $125 million in a new manufacturing facility in Macon, creating 500 new jobs over the next several years in Bibb County.

Barnes Ferry Road site

The new facility will be located on Barnes Ferry Road in Macon. The company broke ground on August 3, 2026. Unified Legacy plans to hire for manufacturing, skilled trades, engineering, logistics, quality control and administrative roles.

Defense, aerospace and data center work

Unified Legacy, the parent company of Unified Defense and Prince Service & Manufacturing, makes complex products and components for the defense, aerospace, data center and industrial markets, including ground support equipment, welded assemblies, generator enclosures, fuel storage tanks and precision-machined components. Unified Defense has operated a manufacturing facility in Byron, Georgia, since 2022.

Eric Williams, CEO said:

“Georgia has been central to our growth from day one, and this investment in Macon-Bibb County reflects our confidence in the region and its workforce. As demand continues to grow, this new facility expands our capabilities, increases capacity, and positions us to take on larger, more complex work.”

Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp said:

“We are proud that this Georgia-based company is reinforcing its commitment to the people of this state through this expansion.”

Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller said:

“With the expansion of Unified Legacy, 500 more families will have the chance at careers and better lives, and for that, it’s a great day in Macon-Bibb.”