Shaping the Region: Hussey Gay Bell & Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America Partnership
Georgia Leads the Future of Electric Vehicle Manufacturing
Georgia has reached a historic milestone in the evolution of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing with the grand opening of the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) in Bryan County. Just two and a half years after breaking ground, the state-of-the-art EV production facility stands as the largest economic development project in Georgia’s history—cementing the region’s status as a national leader in innovation, technology, and sustainable manufacturing.
About the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA)
In 2022, Hyundai Motor Group announced a landmark $5.5 billion investment to establish its first U.S.-based EV mass production facility on a 3,000+ acre site in Bryan County, Georgia. Today, that investment has grown to over $8 billion, encompassing HMGMA and its network of Tier 1 suppliers. Collectively, the initiative is projected to create more than 12,000 direct, long-term jobs, driving transformative economic growth across coastal Georgia.
The Hyundai Metaplant integrates cutting-edge smart factory technology and sustainability initiatives, representing the next era of EV manufacturing. Delivered through a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) approach, the project ensured maximum feasibility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness from concept to completion. Commercial production officially began in March 2025, marking the start of a new chapter for Georgia’s thriving EV ecosystem.
Hussey Gay Bell’s Role in the HMGMA Project
As a trusted architecture, engineering, and surveying partner, Hussey Gay Bell proudly supported this transformative project both on-site and off-site. Serving as prime consultant and subconsultant across multiple Tier 1 supplier projects, the firm provided comprehensive professional services to facilitate seamless development and integration within Hyundai’s advanced EV network.
On-Site Contributions
Hussey Gay Bell played a vital role in the design and development of facilities for:
- Hyundai Glovis – 900,000 SF, Ellabell, GA
- Hyundai Mobis BSA 2 & Module Shop + PE System Shop – $926M, 2.8M SF, Ellabell, GA
- Hyundai Materials – 4,000 SF, Ellabell, GA
- Hyundai Motor Group/LG Energy Solution (LGES) Joint Venture EV Battery Cell Manufacturing Plant – $4.3B, 2.4M SF, Ellabell, GA
Off-Site Tier 1 Supplier Projects
In addition to direct plant facilities, Hussey Gay Bell contributed to several supplier developments designed and constructed in parallel with the Hyundai Metaplant:
- Seoyon E-Hwa, Bloomingdale, GA – $76M, 406,000 SF
- Seohan Auto Georgia, Midway, GA – $72M, 298,000 SF
- Sewon America, Effingham County, GA – $300M, 600,000 SF
- PHA, Bloomingdale, GA – $67M, 304,469 SF
- Daechang Seat Corporation, Bloomingdale, GA – $72.5M, 300,000 SF
Each facility was carefully engineered to align with Hyundai’s next-generation EV production standards—ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and long-term operational success.
A Collaborative Vision for Georgia’s Economic Future
The success of HMGMA is the result of an extraordinary public–private partnership among Hyundai Motor Group, the State of Georgia, the Georgia Department of Economic Development, and regional development authorities, including:
- Savannah Joint Development Authority
- Development Authority of Bryan County
- Savannah Economic Development Authority
- Effingham County Industrial Development Authority
- Development Authority of Bulloch County
Their shared commitment to innovation, infrastructure, and workforce development continues to propel Georgia forward as America’s #1 State for Business—a title it has held for over a decade.
Building a Sustainable Tomorrow
At Hussey Gay Bell, we are honored to be part of this historic achievement and proud to help shape the future of sustainable transportation and EV manufacturing in Georgia. This partnership reflects our mission to deliver engineering excellence, foster regional growth, and create a lasting impact on the communities we serve.
Cheers to Hyundai Motor Group, its partners, and everyone shaping the region—onward to a more connected, sustainable future.