Messer expands presence in US with new air separation unit

German industrial gasses firm Messer has announced a strategic investment of over US$70 million to construct a air separation unit (ASU) in Berryville, Arkansas, US. The new facility will address the growing demand for industrial gases in the southern part of the US, reinforcing Messer’s commitment to supporting expanding industries in the region.

“Our new ASU in Berryville underscores Messer’s commitment to fuelling growth in the South,” said Elena Skvortsova, President/CEO of Messer Americas. “This investment reflects our dedication to providing a dependable supply of industrial gases like oxygen and nitrogen to meet the evolving needs of our customers in food and beverage, healthcare, metals, chemicals, and many more industries.”

Messer’s site in Berryville will create quality career opportunities, will employ more than 20 people and provide temporary local jobs during the construction phase of the project. This new ASU will also complement the company’s existing facility in Lewisville, Arkansas, enhancing production capacity to meet the increasing demand for essential gases.

“Messer is a global leader in the gas industry, and we are proud the company is investing in Arkansas,” said Clint O’Neal, executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. “Congratulations to the City of Berryville and its local leadership team on this significant economic development win.”

The ASU in Berryville is slated for completion in the second half of 2026.