A groundbreaking ceremony has been held for the expansion of Aerojet Rocketdyne's plant in Camden in south Arkansas.
The California-based company was joined by Gov. Asa Hutchinson and state and local officials for Thursday's ceremony.
The project includes new buildings and renovations on the 1,200-acre site and 85 new jobs. The cost of the project was not released, however it is supported with incentives that include funding, tax exemptions, real estate tax grants and reimbursement for training.
The plant produces solid rocket motors used in the defense industry.