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Southwire's Project GIFT® Hosts Annual Walk for Water Events in Support of Water Mission
May 15, 2024
Southwire’s Project GIFT® recently partnered with Water Mission to host Walk for Water events across the company. Approximately 300 team members participated in the events this year collecting more than $52,000 in donations.
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Southwire Announces Expansion of Cofer Technology Center Research and Development Facility
May 14, 2024
Southwire is pleased to announce the construction of a new expansion of its Cofer Technology Center in Carrollton, Ga., which will serve as an extension to the company's hub for research and development (R&D) initiatives.
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Designing Workplaces that Work for Women – Southwire Partners with Nessel to Create Nursing Room Spaces at Facilities Across the Organization
May 09, 2024
Southwire has partnered with Nessel to equip and modernize facilities across the organization with dedicated nursing room spaces to ensure women have an equitable, clean and private space of their own.
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Southwire Announces Expansion of Cofer Technology Center Research and Development Facility
May 14, 2024
Southwire is pleased to announce the construction of a new expansion of its Cofer Technology Center in Carrollton, Ga., which will serve as an extension to the company's hub for research and development (R&D) initiatives.
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Designing Workplaces that Work for Women – Southwire Partners with Nessel to Create Nursing Room Spaces at Facilities Across the Organization
May 09, 2024
Southwire has partnered with Nessel to equip and modernize facilities across the organization with dedicated nursing room spaces to ensure women have an equitable, clean and private space of their own.
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Southwire Recognized as a US Best Managed Company for the Fifth Year in a Row
May 06, 2024
Southwire is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2024 US Best Managed Company for the fifth year in a row.
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Southwire Announces Investment in Condoit
April 18, 2024
In support of Southwire’s focus on strategic growth, the company is pleased to announce an investment in Condoit, a software platform for electrical design, analysis and collaboration.
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Winn Wise Named Southwire’s Chief Commercial Officer
April 15, 2024
Southwire is pleased to announce that Winn Wise has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, effective April 29, 2024.
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Southwire Canada Relocates Corporate Office, Hosts Grand Opening
April 08, 2024
On Thursday, March 28, Southwire celebrated the relocation of its Canadian corporate office in Mississauga, Ontario.
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Southwire Returns as Official Wire and Cable Provider for Formula E
March 15, 2024
In support of its commitment to sustainability and innovation, Southwire returns as the Official Wire and Cable Provider for Season 10 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.
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Southwire Company Announces Investment in HData
March 06, 2024
In support of Southwire’s strategic investment initiative, the company is pleased to announce an investment in HData, a software company that automates regulatory data analysis.
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Ethisphere Names Southwire as One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies®
March 04, 2024
Southwire is pleased to announce that it has received the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies recognition by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.
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Southwire’s John Wirtz Elected as Chair of NEMA’s Grid Sector Leadership Committee
February 21, 2024
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has named John Wirtz, Southwire’s senior vice president of Utility, as the Chair of its Grid Sector Leadership Committee.
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Southwire Names Veronica Braker EVP of Operational Excellence
February 15, 2024
Southwire is pleased to welcome Veronica Braker as its new Executive Vice President of Operational Excellence.
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Southwire’s Kentucky Plant Named Manufacturer of the Year
February 02, 2024
Southwire’s Kentucky Plant in Hawesville, Ky., has been named Manufacturer of the Year for 2024 by the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce.
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Southwire Named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces 2024 for Diversity
January 31, 2024
Southwire is proud to announce that it has been recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2024 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
Continue readingThree Southwire Sites Receive The Copper Mark
December 12, 2023
The Copper Mark, the leading assurance framework for promoting the responsible production, sourcing and recycling of metals, has announced the certification of three Southwire facilities: those in Denton, Texas; Bremen, Ind.; and Lafayette, Ind.
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Southwire Announces Closure of Langfang and Crestview Facilities
December 04, 2023
As the company continues to align itself to best serve its markets and customers, Southwire has announced that it will close its facilities in Langfang, China, and Crestview, Fla., effective Dec. 29, 2023, and Feb. 2, 2024, respectively.
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Southwire Announces Partnership with READY Robotics
November 08, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce a partnership with READY Robotics, a pioneer in cutting-edge automation solutions that overcome the obstacles faced by manufacturers, to deploy automation at five of the company’s facilities.
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Southwire Joins ENERGY STAR® Program in Partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
October 18, 2023
Supporting the company's intent to be a leader in sustainability, Southwire has joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program.
Continue readingSouthwire Completes Purchase of Genesis Wire & Cable Business
October 16, 2023
Southwire Company, LLC, a leader in technology and innovation, announced today that it has completed the purchase of Genesis Wire & Cable based in Pleasant Prairie, Wis.
Continue readingNorman Adkins to Serve as ICF President
October 13, 2023
Last week, the members of the International Cablemakers Federation (ICF) elected Norman Adkins, Southwire's Chief Operating Officer, as their new president.
Continue readingAll Hands on Deck: Southwire Participates in 2023 Women in Manufacturing Summit
October 11, 2023
Attracting hundreds of manufacturing professionals from around the country, the Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Summit is the only national conference of its kind.
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Southwire’s Huntersville Plant Recognized for the Eighth Year with Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award
October 02, 2023
Southwire’s facility in Huntersville, N.C., has again been recognized for its efforts in achieving compliance with air quality permits by receiving the annual Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award.
Continue readingSouthwire Recognized as Vendor of the Year for Supply Chain Excellence by Do it Best
September 25, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce that it has been named as Vendor of the Year for Supply Chain Excellence by Do it Best.
Continue readingSouthwire’s 12 for Life® Opens New Industrial Maintenance Lab in Partnership with Carroll County Schools
September 21, 2023
Southwire’s 12 for Life® is pleased to partner with Carroll County Schools to open a new Industrial Maintenance Lab to its students.
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Southwire and Resideo Announce Agreement Related to the Sale of Resideo's Genesis Wire & Cable Business
September 19, 2023
Southwire Company, LLC, and Resideo Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: REZI) announced today a definitive agreement for the sale by Resideo to Southwire of its Genesis Wire & Cable business.
Continue readingSouthwire Named as a 2023 Shipper of Choice by FreightWaves
September 14, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce that it has been named as a 2023 Shipper of Choice award recipient by FreightWaves.
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The Power of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Southwire Releases First DEI Report and Updates Website with New Mission Statement and Areas of Focus
September 12, 2023
As Southwire powers forward and establishes itself as an organization that is intently focused on DEI, the company has released its first DEI report.
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Southwire Enters Partnership with NKT to Supply Underground Cables for Champlain Hudson Power Express Project
August 28, 2023
As the company continues its focus on strategic growth and sustainability, Southwire has been awarded the supply of a portion of the underground power cables for Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE).
Continue readingSouthwire is Powering Transformation by Focusing on Company’s Sustainability Goals
August 21, 2023
Reflecting the company's long-held commitment to sustainability, Southwire recently launched its 2022 sustainability report.
Continue readingUWG, Southwire Partner to Elevate Sustainability Initiatives
August 15, 2023
The University of West Georgia and Southwire, one of North America’s leading manufacturers of wire and cable, have joined forces to advance sustainability efforts and promote the holistic development of their shared community.
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Southwire Wins tED Magazine Best of the Best Marketing Award, Honorable Mention
August 14, 2023
The Electrical Distributor (tED) Magazine recognized Southwire’s innovation and commitment to its customers with the announcement of the 2023 Best of the Best Marketing Award winners.
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Southwire Named as a Top 10 Enterprise-Wide ERG Recipient and on the Top 25 ERGs list for the Diversity Impact Awards
August 10, 2023
Southwire is proud to announce that it has been named as a Top 10 Enterprise-Wide ERG recipient for the Diversity Impact Awards™ and is recognized on the Top 25 ERGs list.
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IMC Metals America, LLC Signs Contract for an SCR® Copper Rod System
August 07, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce the sale of an SCR®copper rod system to IMC Metals America LLC, located in Shelby, N.C.
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Nancy Richards Farese to be inducted into the 2023 Class of the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame
August 04, 2023
Southwire is proud to celebrate Nancy Richards Farese as one of 10 outstanding women leaders who make up the 2023 class of Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductees.
Continue readingSouthwire’s Atlanta Battery Office Featured in Cabling Installation & Maintenance Magazine
August 01, 2023
A recent issue of Cabling Installation & Maintenance Magazine highlights the Power over Ethernet (PoE) lighting system at Southwire’s office at The Battery Atlanta.
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Southwire to Open Customer Service Center in DFW Area
July 26, 2023
In support of its long-term modernization strategy, Southwire will open a new Customer Service Center (CSC) in the Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW), Texas area next year.
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Southwire Joins Single Pair Ethernet System Alliance
July 24, 2023
Southwire has joined the Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) System Alliance, a collection of industry-leading companies promoting the adoption of SPE technology applied into industrial markets.
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Southwire’s Guyton Cochran Elected as Treasurer for the University of Georgia (UGA) Foundation Board of Trustees
July 13, 2023
Guyton Cochran, Southwire’s executive vice president and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), has been elected Treasurer of the University of Georgia (UGA) Foundation Board of Trustees.
Continue readingSouthwire’s Villa Rica Plant Recertified as a VPP Star Site
July 12, 2023
Southwire’s plant located in Villa Rica, Ga., has been recertified as a Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) Star site from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA).
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Southwire Canada Named as a Great Place to Work® for the Third Year in a Row
June 20, 2023
Southwire Canada is pleased to announce that it has been named as a Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certified™ organization for the third year in a row.
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12 for Life ® Celebrates the Class of 2023
June 19, 2023
In May, 12 for Life® hosted its annual commencement ceremonies in Carrollton, Ga., and Florence, Ala. Since the program's inception in 2007, more than 3,300 students have graduated.
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Southwire Announces Organizational Changes
June 14, 2023
As the company continues its efforts to remain generationally-sustainable, Southwire announced organizational changes this week.
Continue readingSouthwire Announces Expansion in Florence, Ala.
June 09, 2023
As part of its ongoing modernization efforts, Southwire has announced an expansion at its campus in Florence, Ala., that is expected to increase production capacity by 30% and create approximately 120 jobs.
Continue readingCara Herzog Named Chief DEI Officer at Southwire
June 08, 2023
In support of Southwire’s continued commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization and industry, Cara Herzog, vice president of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) has been named as the company’s Chief DEI Officer.
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Southwire's Rich Stinson Named as Georgia Trend's 2023 Most Respected Business Leader
June 01, 2023
We are incredibly proud to share that Southwire's President and CEO, Rich Stinson, has been named 2023's Most Respected Business Leader by Georgia Trend!
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Southwire Team Members Inspire, Connect and Learn at Interwire 2023
May 26, 2023
Earlier this month, Several Southwire leaders spoke at the 2023 Interwire Trade Exposition in Atlanta, hosted by the Wire Association International (WAI).
Continue readingSouthwire Recognized as a US Best Managed Company for the Fourth Year in a Row
May 08, 2023
Southwire is proud to announce that it has been selected as a 2023 US Best Managed Company for the fourth year in a row. The company has also been recognized as a Gold Standard winner for maintaining this achievement for four years.
Continue readingSouthwire Team Members “Energized” by Formula E E-Prix Experience in Berlin
May 02, 2023
Speed, Strategy, Sustainability, Opportunity… these words mark just a few of the first impressions from the Southwire team that recently attended the 2023 SABIC Berlin E-Prix.
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Southwire Team Members Discuss 12 for Life® Case Study at Harvard
April 19, 2023
Last month, Southwire team members traveled to Harvard Business School to interact with MBA candidates and discuss a case study that began more than a decade ago – centered around Southwire’s 12 for Life® program.
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Southwire Announces Investment with VoltServer
April 17, 2023
Working to remain a leader in sustainability and taking steps toward meeting the industry needs of the future, Southwire is pleased to announce an investment in VoltServer.
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The Battery Atlanta Office Achieves Fitwel and LEED Silver Certification
April 06, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce that its new Atlanta office has officially achieved Fitwel and LEED Silver certifications – two of the nation’s leading standards recognizing sustainable building practices.
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Southwire Named as Title Sponsor for First Formula E Race in Portland
March 29, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce that it will be the Title Sponsor of the 2023 Southwire Portland E-Prix in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship on Saturday, June 24.
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Southwire Partners with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for Leading Green Power Usage
March 24, 2023
Supporting the company's ambition to be a leader in sustainability, Southwire has been accepted into the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Green Power Partnership (GPP).
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Southwire’s Heflin Plant Receives VPP Recertification
March 22, 2023
Southwire’s plant located in Heflin, Ala., has received a five-year Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) recertification.
Continue reading12 for Life® Partners with Independent Electrical Contractors to Offer Electrician Certification to Students
March 15, 2023
Southwire’s 12 for Life® is pleased to partner with the Independent Electrical Contractor’s (IEC) Atlanta and Georgia Chapters to provide a Skills-Based Electrical Installer Program to its students.
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Southwire Named Top Diversity Employer by DiversityJobs.com
March 13, 2023
For the fourth consecutive year, Southwire has been recognized as a Top Diversity Employer by DiversityJobs.com.
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Southwire Accelerates Change for the Future with Formula E
March 06, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce that it will be the Official Wire and Cable Provider of Formula E, a global leader in electric vehicle (EV) racing.
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Southwire Opens New Space at The Battery Atlanta
February 16, 2023
On Wednesday, Feb. 15, Southwire celebrated the opening of its new office space at The Battery Atlanta in Cobb County adjacent to Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves.
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Southwire Signs Letters of Commitment for the Copper Mark
February 08, 2023
Supporting the company’s ambition to be a leader in sustainability, Southwire has signed letters of commitment for the Copper Mark, affirming its commitment to the responsible production of copper.
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Southwire’s El Paso Plant Reapproved as a VPP Star Site
January 17, 2023
Southwire’s plant located in El Paso, Texas, has been reapproved as a Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) Star site from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA).
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Southwire’s Rich Stinson Named to Georgia Trend’s 100 Most Influential Georgians List
January 05, 2023
Southwire’s president and CEO, Rich Stinson, has been named as one of Georgia Trend’s 100 Most Influential Georgians.
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Southwire's Project GIFT® Hosts Annual Walk for Water Events in Support of Water Mission
May 15, 2024
Southwire’s Project GIFT® recently partnered with Water Mission to host Walk for Water events across the company. Approximately 300 team members participated in the events this year collecting more than $52,000 in donations.
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Southwire’s Project GIFT® and Water Mission to Host Third Annual Walk for Water in Carrollton, Ga.
March 13, 2024
Help us make a difference by joining Southwire’s Project GIFT and Water Mission for our third-annual Walk for Water on Saturday, April 6, to raise funds to help address the global water crisis.
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Southwire’s Project GIFT® Collects More than 6,000 Toys for Local Children
December 15, 2023
Southwire’s Project GIFT recently held its annual toy drive in Carrollton, Ga., benefiting Carroll County Toys for Tots, helping spread hope and joy to the children of west Georgia.
Continue readingThree Southwire Sites Receive The Copper Mark
December 12, 2023
The Copper Mark, the leading assurance framework for promoting the responsible production, sourcing and recycling of metals, has announced the certification of three Southwire facilities: those in Denton, Texas; Bremen, Ind.; and Lafayette, Ind.
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Southwire to Host Drive-Thru Toy Collection Drive in Carrollton
November 16, 2023
Southwire is excited to announce the return of its annual Toy Drive benefiting Toys for Tots on Thursday, Dec. 7, and Friday, Dec. 8, in Carrollton, Ga. from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. (EST).
Continue readingUWG, Southwire Partner to Elevate Sustainability Initiatives
August 15, 2023
The University of West Georgia and Southwire, one of North America’s leading manufacturers of wire and cable, have joined forces to advance sustainability efforts and promote the holistic development of their shared community.
Continue readingSouthwire Hosts Back to School Giveaway in Villa Rica, Ga.
July 25, 2023
On July 15, Southwire’s Project GIFT hosted its annual Back to School Giveaway at Midway Church in Villa Rica, Ga., distributing more than 4,000 bags of school supplies to community members.
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12 for Life ® Celebrates the Class of 2023
June 19, 2023
In May, 12 for Life® hosted its annual commencement ceremonies in Carrollton, Ga., and Florence, Ala. Since the program's inception in 2007, more than 3,300 students have graduated.
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Southwire Recognizes Martin Luther King Jr. Day., Black History Month, Women’s History Month and More
June 02, 2023
Over the past few months, Southwire recognized Martin Luther King Jr. Day., Black History Month, Women’s History Month and more by hosting efforts across the company.
Continue readingSouthwire to Host Drive-Thru Back to School Giveaway in Villa Rica, Ga.
May 31, 2023
Southwire is excited to announce the return of its annual Back to School Giveaway on Saturday, July 15 from 9 A.M. to noon (EDT) at Midway Church, located at 1 Midway Church Drive, Villa Rica, Ga.
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Southwire's Project GIFT® Hosts Annual Walk for Water in Support of Water Mission
April 21, 2023
Raising awareness to address an issue that impacts billions of people around the world. Southwire’s Project GIFT recently partnered with Water Mission to host a Walk for Water event, collecting $38,520 in donations.
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Southwire's Project GIFT® Activates in the Wake of Southeastern Storms
April 20, 2023
In late March, severe weather claimed the lives of at least 26 people and left widespread destruction across many residences and businesses in the southeast.
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Southwire’s Project GIFT® Provides Disaster Relief Following Tornadoes in the Southeast
March 29, 2023
Over the weekend, severe weather claimed the lives of at least 26 people and left widespread destruction across many residences and businesses in the southeast.
Continue readingSouthwire’s Project GIFT to Host Walk for Water in Carrollton
March 16, 2023
Nearly 2.2 billion people in the world lack access to safe water. On Saturday, April 15, Southwire’s Project GIFT is partnering with Water Mission for its second-annual Walk for Water - raising awareness and funds to help address this global issue.
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Southwire's Project GIFT® Hosts Annual Walk for Water Events in Support of Water Mission
May 15, 2024
Southwire’s Project GIFT® recently partnered with Water Mission to host Walk for Water events across the company. Approximately 300 team members participated in the events this year collecting more than $52,000 in donations.
Continue reading
Southwire Announces Expansion of Cofer Technology Center Research and Development Facility
May 14, 2024
Southwire is pleased to announce the construction of a new expansion of its Cofer Technology Center in Carrollton, Ga., which will serve as an extension to the company's hub for research and development (R&D) initiatives.
Continue reading
Designing Workplaces that Work for Women – Southwire Partners with Nessel to Create Nursing Room Spaces at Facilities Across the Organization
May 09, 2024
Southwire has partnered with Nessel to equip and modernize facilities across the organization with dedicated nursing room spaces to ensure women have an equitable, clean and private space of their own.
Continue reading
Southwire Canada Relocates Corporate Office, Hosts Grand Opening
April 08, 2024
On Thursday, March 28, Southwire celebrated the relocation of its Canadian corporate office in Mississauga, Ontario.
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Southwire Returns as Official Wire and Cable Provider for Formula E
March 15, 2024
In support of its commitment to sustainability and innovation, Southwire returns as the Official Wire and Cable Provider for Season 10 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.
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Southwire’s Project GIFT® and Water Mission to Host Third Annual Walk for Water in Carrollton, Ga.
March 13, 2024
Help us make a difference by joining Southwire’s Project GIFT and Water Mission for our third-annual Walk for Water on Saturday, April 6, to raise funds to help address the global water crisis.
Continue reading
Ethisphere Names Southwire as One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies®
March 04, 2024
Southwire is pleased to announce that it has received the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies recognition by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.
Continue readingSouthwire joins ASPIRE Research Center
January 18, 2024
Southwire is pleased to announce that it has joined Advancing Sustainability through Powered Infrastructure for Roadway Electrification (ASPIRE) Engineering Research Center.
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January 12, 2024
Southwire is pleased to announce its membership in the Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA).
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Southwire’s Project GIFT® Collects More than 6,000 Toys for Local Children
December 15, 2023
Southwire’s Project GIFT recently held its annual toy drive in Carrollton, Ga., benefiting Carroll County Toys for Tots, helping spread hope and joy to the children of west Georgia.
Continue readingThree Southwire Sites Receive The Copper Mark
December 12, 2023
The Copper Mark, the leading assurance framework for promoting the responsible production, sourcing and recycling of metals, has announced the certification of three Southwire facilities: those in Denton, Texas; Bremen, Ind.; and Lafayette, Ind.
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Southwire to Host Drive-Thru Toy Collection Drive in Carrollton
November 16, 2023
Southwire is excited to announce the return of its annual Toy Drive benefiting Toys for Tots on Thursday, Dec. 7, and Friday, Dec. 8, in Carrollton, Ga. from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. (EST).
Continue reading
Southwire Announces Partnership with READY Robotics
November 08, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce a partnership with READY Robotics, a pioneer in cutting-edge automation solutions that overcome the obstacles faced by manufacturers, to deploy automation at five of the company’s facilities.
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Southwire Joins ENERGY STAR® Program in Partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
October 18, 2023
Supporting the company's intent to be a leader in sustainability, Southwire has joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program.
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Southwire’s Huntersville Plant Recognized for the Eighth Year with Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award
October 02, 2023
Southwire’s facility in Huntersville, N.C., has again been recognized for its efforts in achieving compliance with air quality permits by receiving the annual Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award.
Continue readingSouthwire’s 12 for Life® Opens New Industrial Maintenance Lab in Partnership with Carroll County Schools
September 21, 2023
Southwire’s 12 for Life® is pleased to partner with Carroll County Schools to open a new Industrial Maintenance Lab to its students.
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Southwire Enters Partnership with NKT to Supply Underground Cables for Champlain Hudson Power Express Project
August 28, 2023
As the company continues its focus on strategic growth and sustainability, Southwire has been awarded the supply of a portion of the underground power cables for Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE).
Continue readingSouthwire is Powering Transformation by Focusing on Company’s Sustainability Goals
August 21, 2023
Reflecting the company's long-held commitment to sustainability, Southwire recently launched its 2022 sustainability report.
Continue readingUWG, Southwire Partner to Elevate Sustainability Initiatives
August 15, 2023
The University of West Georgia and Southwire, one of North America’s leading manufacturers of wire and cable, have joined forces to advance sustainability efforts and promote the holistic development of their shared community.
Continue readingSouthwire’s Atlanta Battery Office Featured in Cabling Installation & Maintenance Magazine
August 01, 2023
A recent issue of Cabling Installation & Maintenance Magazine highlights the Power over Ethernet (PoE) lighting system at Southwire’s office at The Battery Atlanta.
Continue readingSouthwire Hosts Back to School Giveaway in Villa Rica, Ga.
July 25, 2023
On July 15, Southwire’s Project GIFT hosted its annual Back to School Giveaway at Midway Church in Villa Rica, Ga., distributing more than 4,000 bags of school supplies to community members.
Continue readingSouthwire’s Villa Rica Plant Recertified as a VPP Star Site
July 12, 2023
Southwire’s plant located in Villa Rica, Ga., has been recertified as a Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) Star site from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA).
Continue reading
12 for Life ® Celebrates the Class of 2023
June 19, 2023
In May, 12 for Life® hosted its annual commencement ceremonies in Carrollton, Ga., and Florence, Ala. Since the program's inception in 2007, more than 3,300 students have graduated.
Continue readingSouthwire to Host Drive-Thru Back to School Giveaway in Villa Rica, Ga.
May 31, 2023
Southwire is excited to announce the return of its annual Back to School Giveaway on Saturday, July 15 from 9 A.M. to noon (EDT) at Midway Church, located at 1 Midway Church Drive, Villa Rica, Ga.
Continue readingSouthwire Team Members “Energized” by Formula E E-Prix Experience in Berlin
May 02, 2023
Speed, Strategy, Sustainability, Opportunity… these words mark just a few of the first impressions from the Southwire team that recently attended the 2023 SABIC Berlin E-Prix.
Continue reading
Southwire's Project GIFT® Hosts Annual Walk for Water in Support of Water Mission
April 21, 2023
Raising awareness to address an issue that impacts billions of people around the world. Southwire’s Project GIFT recently partnered with Water Mission to host a Walk for Water event, collecting $38,520 in donations.
Continue reading
Southwire's Project GIFT® Activates in the Wake of Southeastern Storms
April 20, 2023
In late March, severe weather claimed the lives of at least 26 people and left widespread destruction across many residences and businesses in the southeast.
Continue reading
Southwire Team Members Discuss 12 for Life® Case Study at Harvard
April 19, 2023
Last month, Southwire team members traveled to Harvard Business School to interact with MBA candidates and discuss a case study that began more than a decade ago – centered around Southwire’s 12 for Life® program.
Continue reading
Southwire Announces Investment with VoltServer
April 17, 2023
Working to remain a leader in sustainability and taking steps toward meeting the industry needs of the future, Southwire is pleased to announce an investment in VoltServer.
Continue reading
The Battery Atlanta Office Achieves Fitwel and LEED Silver Certification
April 06, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce that its new Atlanta office has officially achieved Fitwel and LEED Silver certifications – two of the nation’s leading standards recognizing sustainable building practices.
Continue reading
Southwire’s Project GIFT® Provides Disaster Relief Following Tornadoes in the Southeast
March 29, 2023
Over the weekend, severe weather claimed the lives of at least 26 people and left widespread destruction across many residences and businesses in the southeast.
Continue reading
Southwire Named as Title Sponsor for First Formula E Race in Portland
March 29, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce that it will be the Title Sponsor of the 2023 Southwire Portland E-Prix in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship on Saturday, June 24.
Continue reading
Southwire Partners with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for Leading Green Power Usage
March 24, 2023
Supporting the company's ambition to be a leader in sustainability, Southwire has been accepted into the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Green Power Partnership (GPP).
Continue reading
Southwire’s Heflin Plant Receives VPP Recertification
March 22, 2023
Southwire’s plant located in Heflin, Ala., has received a five-year Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) recertification.
Continue readingSouthwire’s Project GIFT to Host Walk for Water in Carrollton
March 16, 2023
Nearly 2.2 billion people in the world lack access to safe water. On Saturday, April 15, Southwire’s Project GIFT is partnering with Water Mission for its second-annual Walk for Water - raising awareness and funds to help address this global issue.
Continue reading12 for Life® Partners with Independent Electrical Contractors to Offer Electrician Certification to Students
March 15, 2023
Southwire’s 12 for Life® is pleased to partner with the Independent Electrical Contractor’s (IEC) Atlanta and Georgia Chapters to provide a Skills-Based Electrical Installer Program to its students.
Continue reading
Southwire Accelerates Change for the Future with Formula E
March 06, 2023
Southwire is pleased to announce that it will be the Official Wire and Cable Provider of Formula E, a global leader in electric vehicle (EV) racing.
Continue reading
Southwire Signs Letters of Commitment for the Copper Mark
February 08, 2023
Supporting the company’s ambition to be a leader in sustainability, Southwire has signed letters of commitment for the Copper Mark, affirming its commitment to the responsible production of copper.
Continue reading
Southwire’s El Paso Plant Reapproved as a VPP Star Site
January 17, 2023
Southwire’s plant located in El Paso, Texas, has been reapproved as a Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) Star site from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA).
Continue reading
Designing Workplaces that Work for Women – Southwire Partners with Nessel to Create Nursing Room Spaces at Facilities Across the Organization
May 09, 2024
Southwire has partnered with Nessel to equip and modernize facilities across the organization with dedicated nursing room spaces to ensure women have an equitable, clean and private space of their own.
Continue reading
Linda McWhorter, Southwire’s Longest-Tenured Team Member, Retires After More Than 63 Years of Service
February 29, 2024
March 1 marks a momentous and bittersweet moment for Southwire, as Linda McWhorter, the company’s longest-tenured team member, is retiring from the company after more than 63 years of dedicated service
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Southwire’s John Wirtz Elected as Chair of NEMA’s Grid Sector Leadership Committee
February 21, 2024
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has named John Wirtz, Southwire’s senior vice president of Utility, as the Chair of its Grid Sector Leadership Committee.
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Southwire’s Kentucky Plant Named Manufacturer of the Year
February 02, 2024
Southwire’s Kentucky Plant in Hawesville, Ky., has been named Manufacturer of the Year for 2024 by the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce.
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Southwire Named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces 2024 for Diversity
January 31, 2024
Southwire is proud to announce that it has been recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2024 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
Continue readingNorman Adkins to Serve as ICF President
October 13, 2023
Last week, the members of the International Cablemakers Federation (ICF) elected Norman Adkins, Southwire's Chief Operating Officer, as their new president.
Continue readingAll Hands on Deck: Southwire Participates in 2023 Women in Manufacturing Summit
October 11, 2023
Attracting hundreds of manufacturing professionals from around the country, the Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Summit is the only national conference of its kind.
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Southwire’s Huntersville Plant Recognized for the Eighth Year with Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award
October 02, 2023
Southwire’s facility in Huntersville, N.C., has again been recognized for its efforts in achieving compliance with air quality permits by receiving the annual Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award.
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Southwire Named as a Top 10 Enterprise-Wide ERG Recipient and on the Top 25 ERGs list for the Diversity Impact Awards
August 10, 2023
Southwire is proud to announce that it has been named as a Top 10 Enterprise-Wide ERG recipient for the Diversity Impact Awards™ and is recognized on the Top 25 ERGs list.
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Nancy Richards Farese to be inducted into the 2023 Class of the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame
August 04, 2023
Southwire is proud to celebrate Nancy Richards Farese as one of 10 outstanding women leaders who make up the 2023 class of Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductees.
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Southwire’s Guyton Cochran Elected as Treasurer for the University of Georgia (UGA) Foundation Board of Trustees
July 13, 2023
Guyton Cochran, Southwire’s executive vice president and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), has been elected Treasurer of the University of Georgia (UGA) Foundation Board of Trustees.
Continue readingSouthwire’s Villa Rica Plant Recertified as a VPP Star Site
July 12, 2023
Southwire’s plant located in Villa Rica, Ga., has been recertified as a Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) Star site from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA).
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Southwire Canada Named as a Great Place to Work® for the Third Year in a Row
June 20, 2023
Southwire Canada is pleased to announce that it has been named as a Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certified™ organization for the third year in a row.
Continue readingCara Herzog Named Chief DEI Officer at Southwire
June 08, 2023
In support of Southwire’s continued commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization and industry, Cara Herzog, vice president of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) has been named as the company’s Chief DEI Officer.
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Southwire Recognizes Martin Luther King Jr. Day., Black History Month, Women’s History Month and More
June 02, 2023
Over the past few months, Southwire recognized Martin Luther King Jr. Day., Black History Month, Women’s History Month and more by hosting efforts across the company.
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Southwire's Rich Stinson Named as Georgia Trend's 2023 Most Respected Business Leader
June 01, 2023
We are incredibly proud to share that Southwire's President and CEO, Rich Stinson, has been named 2023's Most Respected Business Leader by Georgia Trend!
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Southwire Team Members Inspire, Connect and Learn at Interwire 2023
May 26, 2023
Earlier this month, Several Southwire leaders spoke at the 2023 Interwire Trade Exposition in Atlanta, hosted by the Wire Association International (WAI).
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Southwire’s Heflin Plant Receives VPP Recertification
March 22, 2023
Southwire’s plant located in Heflin, Ala., has received a five-year Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) recertification.
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Southwire’s El Paso Plant Reapproved as a VPP Star Site
January 17, 2023
Southwire’s plant located in El Paso, Texas, has been reapproved as a Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) Star site from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA).
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Southwire’s Rich Stinson Named to Georgia Trend’s 100 Most Influential Georgians List
January 05, 2023
Southwire’s president and CEO, Rich Stinson, has been named as one of Georgia Trend’s 100 Most Influential Georgians.
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