Columbus, Georgia Business News

Fort Benning is a major economic driver for Columbus, generating approximately $4.75 billion annually. As the Army’s fifth-largest installation at ~182,000 acres, it is home to 13,500 soldiers—70% of whom live in the local community.Each year, about 2,000 soldiers transition from Fort Benning, and nearly 40% stay in the area,...Continue Reading

Atlanta isn’t the only Georgia city that young people should consider making their home base. “Columbus is often overlooked, but that’s part of its appeal. It’s a military-connected city with a steady employment base, which creates economic stability and diversity,” explains Andrews. “The presence of military, healthcare, education, and logistics...Continue Reading

The Korean Institute at Columbus State (KICS) enhances students’ professional prospects via interdisciplinary academic programs and strategic initiatives that emphasize cultural exchange and community engagement. These programs and initiatives include:Academic exchanges among students and faculty, visiting scholars, and joint research initiativesLanguage workshops, festivals, symposia, conferences, and other cultural programsCommunity outreach...Continue Reading

Automotive suppliers benefit from Columbus’ central location in the automotive industry sector of the Southeastern U.S. Columbus’ position puts automotive suppliers in close proximity to a number of automotive companies, including the only Kia automotive plant in the U.S. and the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing plants in Alabama and coastal Georgia...Continue Reading

Columbus is a historically significant center for financial services, particularly in fintech and insurance. The sector's strength is a cornerstone of the city’s economy. TSYS (now Global Payments) is the largest fintech company in the region, making Columbus a global hub for payment processing and merchant services. Insurance giant Aflac...Continue Reading

Columbus is home to the second-largest Korean population in Georgia. Over 2,200 Korean residents call Columbus home, including Korean-American soldiers and military families stationed at Fort Benning, as well as faculty and students at Columbus State University. Small businesses and major Korean firms alike have invested in Columbus, becoming an...Continue Reading

Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is investing $200 million to expand its operations in Columbus, Georgia. The project will initially create 15 new jobs, with more jobs to follow. Along with Pratt & Whitney President Shane Eddy, Columbus Mayor Skip Henderson, and...Continue Reading

Defense contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers find unparalleled opportunities in Columbus. The area is heavily influenced by two defense-related presences: the aerospace sector and Fort Benning.Aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney, a business of global defense firm RTX Corporation, handles maintenance, repair, and overhaul for military engines, including the F-35’s F135 jet...Continue Reading

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEColumbus, GA – [February 12, 2026] – Columbus is poised to experience significant economic growth following the announcement of a major new state of the art corporate data center campus that will bring substantial capital investment, job creation, and long term fiscal benefits to Muscogee County.The Development Authority...Continue Reading

More than 200,000 Georgians work in aerospace-related occupations across 800 different companies, generating a $57.5 billion economic impact. Aerospace products are Georgia's number one export, valued at $12.6 billion.Columbus is a budding aerospace hub. Two key aerospace manufacturers call Columbus home: RTX/Pratt & Whitney and McCauley Propeller Systems. Pratt &...Continue Reading

This spring, Columbus is stepping onto the international stage. On May 20, 2026, Columbus State University (CSU) will host the Korea–Georgia Dialogue, a first-of-its-kind forum bringing together leaders from Georgia and the Republic of Korea to talk about shared opportunities in business, security, and culture.Organized by the Korean Institute at...Continue Reading

2025 was a milestone year for Choose Columbus, the city’s new economic development organization created to grow jobs, attract investment, and strengthen the regional economy. Launched in early 2025, Choose Columbus was formed to bring a clear and focused approach to business recruitment, expansion, and retention. The organization works closely...Continue Reading

Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that BioTouch, a global healthcare logistics company, will invest $12.5 million to expand two existing facilities in Columbus, creating a combined 480 new jobs in Muscogee County over the next four years.“BioTouch's decision to double down on Georgia underscores how our approach to economic...Continue Reading

A delegation from Columbus, Georgia, visited Korea to personally verify JS Link's rare earth permanent magnet mass production capabilities and engage in detailed discussions toward establishing a manufacturing plant in the United States.On the 29th of this month, Columbus Mayor BH Skip Henderson and the delegation visited JS Link's plant...Continue Reading

Almost two years after the J.M. Smucker Co. acquired Hostess Brands and its Columbus bakery, the future of the plant that makes Twinkies and other products is no longer in doubt.Smucker announced on Thursday that it will invest $120 million in the bakery on Victory Drive, while adding 48 jobs...Continue Reading

ATLANTA – September 3, 2025 – Today, Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that JS Link America Inc., a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of JS Link, intends to invest about $223 million to establish a new rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing facility in Columbus. The new facility will create more than...Continue Reading

The City of Columbus has been recognized by Wallethub.com,  a national financial and data analysis organization, as one of the Top-20  best run cities in the US in a recent survey. The city ranked 20th among the 148 most populated localities considered. Read the complete press release here and dive into...Continue Reading

New dedicated economic development entity launches to drive regional growth and attract businesses to Georgia’s second-largest cityCOLUMBUS, GA (April 10, 2025) – Columbus and the broader region are taking a bold step forward in shaping the future of economic development with the launch of Choose Columbus. This newly established  organization...Continue Reading