Press Release:
ARCTIC CAT ANNOUNCES $27 MILLION INVESTMENT IN MINNESOTA OPERATIONS
Company anticipates hiring nearly 50 in Thief River Falls and St. Cloud combined
Arctic Cat Inc. today announced that it plans to invest nearly $27 million in its manufacturing facilities in Thief River Falls and St. Cloud, Minnesota, resulting in the creation of approximately 50 jobs.
Commented Arctic Cat’s President and CEO Christopher T. Metz: “We are excited to strengthen our Minnesota manufacturing footprint and position the company for continued long-term success. We will be adding a new state-of-the-art production line in Thief River Falls and expanding our engine manufacturing operations in St. Cloud, in order to meet the demand for our innovative, quality products. We are grateful to the local leadership of Thief River Falls and St. Cloud, and the state of Minnesota, for their support as we invest in our shared future.”
Arctic Cat plans to invest approximately $26 million in its Thief River Falls facility for a new paint line and other facility improvements that are estimated to create an additional 39 jobs. The paint line will enable continued growth in the company’s recreational off-highway vehicle (ROV) business.
In St. Cloud, the company plans to invest roughly $400,000 in expanded assembly capability that is anticipated to add about 10 positions at its engine manufacturing facility located there. The company manufactures and assembles ATV and snowmobile engines at its 56,000-square-foot Engine Manufacturing Division in St. Cloud.
“For over 50 years, Arctic Cat has operated and expanded in Minnesota, creating thousands of jobs for hard-working Minnesotans,” said Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton. “I congratulate Arctic Cat and its many dedicated employees for their successes. I thank them for choosing to expand their operations again, right here in Minnesota. Arctic Cat’s expansion will be an asset to the area and the state.”
Arctic Cat chose to stay in Minnesota, where the company has deep manufacturing roots, and a highly educated and skilled labor force. The planned projects are eligible to receive local and state tax incentives.
As a former dealer I’m really proud of Arctic Cat for their commitment to the area and to the sport. I still believe Arctic Cat is the best and their involvement continues to uphold that belief.
Keep it up Arctic!!!
Leroy Graham
Rawlins, WY
Sounds like a great decision and as a long time snowmobiling enthusiast I am excited! I have been riding Arctic-Cats since I was a young lad and will continue to do so. Thank You for manufacturing top notch equipment. Have a great day!
The production line investments in Thief River and St. Cloud are welcome news to those of us who continue to follow Arctic’s snowmobile development. I hope the St. Cloud investment results in the release of the much anticipated DSI 800. 🙂
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