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Pacific Steel begins construction of new rebar plant in Kern County

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What happened

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Pacific Steel Group has begun construction of the Mojave Micro Mill, a rebar plant in Kern County, which is described as California's first new steel mill in over 50 years. The company broke ground in March 2025, and the project has seen its cost increase by about $160 million since its initial announcement. Pacific Steel won a $30 million California Competes tax credit in 2024 for the project.

From zerohedge.com

Why it matters

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The project commits over $540 million in capital investment and is expected to create nearly 700 jobs in its first five years of operation. Governor Gavin Newsom's office stated that the mill will localize the supply chain, supporting the in-state manufacturing of materials needed for public infrastructure like roads, bridges, and hospitals.

From zerohedge.com

Who's involved

  • Pacific SteelThe company building the rebar plant and committing capital investment
  • Kern CountyThe county where Pacific Steel is constructing the industrial facility
  • Gavin NewsomThe governor whose office supports the project's goal of localizing the supply chain

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Pacific SteelSpeculative

    Pacific Steel's core operations might see increased financial standing and investment due to the new mill.

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