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Target Industries

Talladega County’s location, low cost of business, and other unique strengths makes it a perfect match for a wide range of industries including the four target industries shown below.

Automotive

Home to Honda, with Hyundai to the south, Mercedes Benz to the west, Toyota to the north and both Kia and Volkswagen to the northeast and southeast consecutively, any automotive manufacturer or automotive supplier will find Talladega County a mainstay of the Alabama automotive industries.

Calcium Carbonate Users

Some of the world’s purest marble is found in Talladega County, in what is known as the Marble Belt of the Southeast. Mostly located in Sylacauga, the Marble Belt is 32 miles long, a mile and a half wide and up to 600 feet deep providing a reliable resource for industries who work with calcium carbonate.

Wood Product Users

Alabama ranks within the top ten in the U.S. for production of lumber, pulp, paper/paperboard, and wood panels. Wood products is a significant industry sector in Talladega County, which has attracted a number of leading wood product industries. The County is home to Talladega National Forest with its over 613 square miles of timberland.

Heavy Rail Users

Talladega County is the perfect location for industries requiring rail access, with many properties featuring dual rail service from RJ Corman, Norfolk Southern and CSX. Its strategic location provides efficient connectivity to major rail networks, offering businesses a valuable logistical advantage.