Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Norma Precision Ammunition, a subsidiary of European ammunition manufacturer RUAG Ammotec, has established its U.S. headquarters, manufacturing site, warehousing and distribution operations in Chatham County.
“With their facilities near to the Port of Savannah—the top port for U.S. exports—and our highly-skilled pool of talent, I’m confident that RUAG Ammotec will be very pleased with their decision to invest in the Peach State,” said Governor Kemp. “I’m grateful to Norma Precision Ammunition for their job-stimulating investments, and I look forward to seeing the opportunities this creates for hardworking Georgians in the region.”
With operations in 12 different countries, Swiss-based RUAG Ammotec develops and produces ammunition for sports shooters, special operations forces, and peace officers worldwide, serving key markets in the military, law enforcement, hunting, and sporting goods sectors.
“Norma Precision Ammunition has been manufacturing in the United States for over ten years as RUAG Ammotec, USA. The past four years have been remarkable years of steady growth. With this relocation, expansion and focus on the Norma Ammunition brand, we will continue to grow while better serving our customers and industry partners in the United States and abroad,” said Christoph Eisenhardt, president and CEO of RUAG Ammotec. “I am pleased with all that Georgia has to offer our company. I am confident that with our relocation, we have chosen the right community to partner with to ensure mutual long-term success.”
According to National Shooting Sports Foundation data, Georgia has become one of the country’s Top 10 states for firearm manufacturing across multiple sectors resulting in a GDP of $59.5 billion in 2020, which is the latest data available. The Georgia Department of Labor estimated 392,508 manufacturing jobs in the state as of the third quarter of 2021.
Photo courtesy Norma Precision Ammo
