Alstom opens new plant in Hornell to create jobs
HORNELL, N.Y. (WETM)— Alstom held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the completion of the new plant 4 manufacturing facility in Hornell on Monday, June 2.
Tours were given to all attendees to show the innovations that have been implemented into the plant.
Plant 4 is dedicated to Jim Griffin, who advocated for Alstom and the rail industry. Jim Griffin was one of the leaders involved in bringing Alstom to the city of Hornell. This created more job opportunities for people around the area.
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With the new plant being open, Alstom has pledged that there will be 258 union-supported jobs on site.
'This is not just an impact to Hornell, it's an impact to the Southern Tier and the entire state, and it starts with this investment,' said Phil Palmesano, Assembly Representative 132nd District.
Alstom is producing over 200 cars with modern features to enhance the riding experience. It now also has the largest passenger rail manufacturing in North America.
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The Alstom community is hoping that the plant brings many benefits to the Southern Tier and surrounding areas.
'It's a huge economic impact, you know, with standing behind me is not just a building. It's a seventy-five million dollar investment in our community in Alstom and rail, and the city of Hornell, and the surrounding area,' said John Buckley, City of Hornell Mayor.
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