Nucor to expand operations in Morgan County, Alabama

Nucor Corp. has announced a $60 million expansion project in Decatur, Alabama. The investment is expected to create 60 new jobs in Morgan County.

This development follows a period of significant economic activity in the state. According to State Representative Chip Brown, Alabama reported a record $14.6 billion in economic development projects in 2025, resulting in nearly 9,400 new job commitments. Other notable recent investments include a $6 billion advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing campus by Eli Lilly in Huntsville.