Durra Panel USA to Open Brockton Factory by 2027
The manufacturer plans to launch a facility at 132 Campanelli Industrial Drive to produce straw-based panels.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Manufacturing
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Durra Panel USA LLC expects to open a new manufacturing site in Brockton, Massachusetts, by the end of 2027. The company is currently negotiating a lease for a warehouse exceeding 300,000 square feet.
Why it matters
Brockton officials recruited the firm as part of a strategic initiative to attract climate technology businesses. The location offers the company access to a local labor force and convenient transport via Route 24.
The proposed facility spans over 300,000 square feet and will house a 120-foot-long production machine. The plant is expected to employ approximately 100 people upon opening.
The players
Durra Panel USA LLC
This manufacturing firm specializes in producing sustainable construction panels made from agricultural straw waste.
The details
The factory will process wheat and rice straw into construction and acoustic panels using specialized machinery. To support the operation, the facility site requires significant floor reinforcement to accommodate the heavy equipment.
Timeline
1954: The original Durra Panel factory opened in Bendigo, Australia.
2000: The company supplied materials for the Sydney Summer Olympics.
July 2025: The estimated population of Brockton reached 106,134.
October 26, 2026: Company executives visited the Brockton site.
End of 2027: The factory is scheduled to begin production.
Market Landscape
This move reflects a broader trend of manufacturing firms targeting regions with existing transit infrastructure to anchor green-tech clusters. The expansion positions the company to compete in the domestic construction market while mirroring its international growth strategies.
The arrival of this facility is projected to create 100 direct jobs and potentially 1,000 indirect roles in the local economy. Residents may see increased activity in the industrial district near Route 24 as the site transitions into an active production hub.
The takeaway
The project demonstrates how regional planning can leverage infrastructure to attract specialized agricultural-tech manufacturing. Local workers interested in the new plant should monitor updates on the lease negotiations for the industrial site.
Further reading
For more information on the industrial sector in the area, visit Manufacturing.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Enterprise.
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