2024.11.14
지난 1월 4일(현지시간), SK이노베이션은 신규 배터리 공장이 설립될 미국 조지아州 애틀랜타 주청사에서 조지아 주와 투자 양해 각서(MOU)를 체결했다.
이날 행사에는 SK이노베이션 김준 총괄사장을 비롯해 윤예선 배터리 사업 대표 등 SK이노베이션 관계자와 Nathan Deal 現 조지아 주지사, Brian Kemp 주지사 당선자 등 조지아 주정부 관계자들과 지방정부 관계자들이 참석했다.
이번 SK이노베이션의 신규 배터리 공장 설립을 통해 2025년까지 조지아 주에는 약 2천여명의 인력이 고용될 것으로 예상된다. 또한 SK이노베이션은 SK그룹이 추구하는 가치인 행복창출을 이해관계자와 나누기 위한 일환으로 조지아 주 지역사회 발전을 위해 기부금을 전달했다. 매칭그랜트 방식으로 기부되는 6만달러는 잭슨카운티의 ‘Empower College & Career Academy’에 전달돼 조지아 주 인재육성에 힘을 보탤 예정이다.
조지아 주정부는 이번 신규 배터리 공장 설립 투자를 비롯한 SK이노베이션과의 협력이 지역 사회에 미칠 경제적·사회적 가치 창출에 대해 감사함을 표하며, 아래와 같이 보도자료를 배포했다. 보도자료 바로가기
▲ 사진1. Brian Kemp 조지아 州지사 당선자 (좌, 1/14 취임 예정)와 SK이노베이션 김준 총괄사장(우)
▲ 사진2. 인사말을 하고 있는 SK이노베이션 김준 총괄사장
Deal: SK innovation to make donation to education in Jackson CountyJanuary 4, 2019
Gov. Nathan Deal was joined today by Gov.-elect Brian Kemp, SK innovation CEO Jun Kim, Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) Commissioner Pat Wilson and Jackson County Commission Chairman Tom Crow to welcome SK innovation to Georgia and announce that the company will make a donation to education in Jackson County. In November, Deal announced SK innovation will create more than 2,000 jobs and invest over $1.67 billion in a new manufacturing plant at Commerce 85 Business Park. “As the No. 1 state for business six times over, Georgia has become a preferred location for international industry leaders like SK innovation to access the North American market,” said Deal. “The demand for electric vehicles is on the rise both in the United States and around the world and SK innovation’s battery business is at the forefront of this rapidly growing industry. From the time I took office in January 2011 through November 2018, Georgia saw the creation of more than 818,000 net new jobs, largely as a result of investments by companies like SK innovation, our skilled workforce, strong partnerships between local governments and the state, and a low-tax business climate that is conducive to manufacturing. “Today’s announcement reflects SK innovation’s commitment to creating social benefits through good business. Just as we appreciate such significant investments in our communities, we are deeply thankful for corporate citizens like SK innovation that are willing to invest in our collective future, not just for business, but for the good of those who call Georgia home.” Today, leadership from SK innovation signed a memorandum of understanding to donate $60,000 to the Empower College and Career Center, a charter high school in Jackson County scheduled to begin operations in 2021. The Jackson County Development Authority (JCDA) will match this funding through its Education Matching Grant and donate $60,000 to Commerce City Schools to support S.T.E.A.M programs for all grade levels. “SK innovation’s $1.67 billion investment will create a ripple effect for local businesses,” said Kemp. “With more than 2,000 jobs, this investment will create lasting opportunities for Jackson County – and the surrounding communities. We are grateful for companies like SK innovation who have Georgia on their mind. The future is bright for all who proudly call this state their home.” Deal and Kemp met with SK innovation together in November to express Georgia’s current and future commitment to work closely with the company as it creates the largest single investment and job-creating project announced in the state’s history. SK innovation, a subsidiary of the SK Group, employs more than 6,500 individuals worldwide. SK innovation started the development of lithium-ion batteries for hybrid electric vehicles in 2005 and began production in 2006. Customers for SK innovation’s battery business include Mercedes-Benz and Hyundai-Kia Motors. “SK innovation came to Georgia because we are impressed by the spirit of innovation, passion and efforts of the government and the people of Georgia,” said Kim. “We make more than electric vehicle batteries. We look forward to creating the win-win spirit between SK innovation and Georgia. I am convinced that such initiative between us will contribute to the collaboration and development of Korea and the U.S.” SK innovation’s new manufacturing plant will be constructed in two phases, with both phases adding approximately 1,000,000 square feet of manufacturing space and the hiring of more than 1,000 advanced manufacturing employees. “Under Gov. Deal’s leadership, great companies such as SK innovation, now call Georgia home,” said Crow. “SK innovation has proven to be a good corporate citizen and we’re very excited to welcome SK to Jackson County, Georgia.” “The size and scope of SK innovation’s battery facility will be unlike anything our community has seen before,” said City of Commerce Mayor Clark Hill. “In addition to its impact on the local tax base and the Commerce City Schools, SK will elevate the quality of life for the citizens of Commerce and our entire region of the state. We are so thankful that SK chose Commerce and I look forward to a great partnership with them.” GDEcD Senior Project Manager Yoonie Kim represented the Global Commerce Division in partnership with the Jackson County Development Authority and Georgia Power in negotiations for the new manufacturing plant. “We are thrilled that SK innovation made the decision to build their new facility in Jackson County, and furthered their commitment to the region by donating to Empower College and Career Center,” said Wilson. “We work hard to put forth a unified effort at every level in order to bring quality jobs to Georgia, and we are proud to be a part of the team that successfully brought this great company to our state.” About SK innovation Co., Ltd |