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Vallourec Breaks Ground on Youngstown Premium Threading Line With Investment Up to $48 Million

The project adds domestic capacity for VAM high‑torque connections to support onshore energy supply chains.

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Overview

  • At a Nov. 10 groundbreaking in Youngstown, the company detailed a commitment of at least $39 million with a final outlay up to $48 million.
  • Construction began in July 2025 and is slated to finish by early 2027 with no disruption to current operations.
  • The new line will boost U.S. output of VAM high‑torque connections used in long‑lateral onshore wells, strengthening Vallourec’s OCTG position.
  • Ohio approved a tax credit for the expansion, and JobsOhio plans to provide assistance once a final agreement is executed.
  • Vallourec expects about 40 full‑time‑equivalent jobs from the project, which the company frames within more than $1.5 billion invested in the United States over 15 years.