# Modern Dispersions completes first phase of masterbatch expansion in Fitzgerald, Georgia

Modern Dispersions completed and commissioned the first phase of a manufacturing expansion at its new site in Fitzgerald, Georgia, adding 100 million lbs/year of masterbatch capacity. A second phase of similar capacity is under construction, slated for start-up in 2026.

- Type: Expansion
- Announced: 2024-02-27
- Where: Fitzgerald, Georgia, United States
- Jobs: 20
- Starts operating: Jun 2023
- Status: completed
- Capacity: 100 million lbs per year (phase 1); additional 100 million lbs per year (phase 2)
- Products: masterbatch
- Sectors: [Plastics and Polymers](https://endata.com/sectors/plastics-polymers.md)

## Companies

- [Modern Dispersions](https://endata.com/companies/43044.md)

## Sources

- [specialchem.com](https://www.specialchem.com/polymer-additives/news/modern-dispersions-masterbatch-manufacturing-expansion-georgia-000233286), 2024-02-27: "The first phase of new capacity gives us more flexibility, reduced lead times, and allows us to remain cost competitive as we strive to meet the supply needs of our customers."
- [canplastics.com](https://www.canplastics.com/materials/modern-dispersions-announces-new-masterbatch-expansion/1003463335/), 2024-02-28: "The first phase of new capacity gives us more flexibility, reduced lead times, and allows us to remain cost competitive as we strive to meet the supply needs of our customers."

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