American Katerra Brings Green Steel Fabrication to San Antonio, Creating Jobs & Reducing Carbon Footprint

American Katerra, a steel fabrication company specializing in decarbonized supply chains, is establishing its headquarters in San Antonio, Texas. As highlighted in a recent interview on The Building Texas Show with HR Lead Milea Amanai, the company leverages expertise from its parent, Yamaguchi Heavy Industries of Tokyo, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across the steel supply chain while creating new jobs in advanced manufacturing.

Pioneering Green Steel Fabrication
American Katerra's core service involves calculating and significantly reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the steel manufacturing stage through to the construction site. Utilizing advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, the company meticulously tracks and optimizes emissions, partnering with initiatives like EV trucking and anti-idling campaigns to achieve a greener carbon footprint for structural steel.

“We are able to calculate the greenhouse gas emissions for the entire supply chain, from manufacturing to construction,” said Milea Amanai. “Our goal is to decarbonize steel and build a greener Texas.”

San Antonio: A Strategic Hub for US-Japan Investment
San Antonio was chosen for its strategic advantages, including Texas’ zero corporate tax, a robust demographic of young, skilled talent, particularly from institutions like Alamo College District and the region's strong ties to Japanese investment. Bilateral US-Japan investment, supported by organizations like the Japan Bank of International Cooperation, further propelled the decision.

“We are a steel fabricator focused on green carbon steel, aiming to decarbonize the entire supply chain from manufacturing to construction.” – Milea Amanai, American Katerra

Future-Forward: Factory & Global Expansion
American Katerra plans to open its first U.S. steel fabrication factory in San Antonio by 2028. This facility will focus on structural steel for AI data plants, warehouses, and commercial buildings, integrating advanced automated welding robotics (a common practice in Japan) alongside manual welders. The company also projects global expansion, with plans to establish operations in Pittsburgh by 2030 and later in the UK.

Now Hiring: Engineering, Design & Welding Talent
American Katerra is actively recruiting for engineering, design, and welding professionals to join its growing team. The company also seeks partnerships with logistics firms, construction companies, and developers committed to sustainable building solutions.

About American Katerra:
American Katerra is a green steel fabrication company headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, with parent company Yamaguchi Heavy Industries (Tokyo, Japan). The company specializes in decarbonizing the entire steel supply chain, using advanced BIM software and partnerships with EV logistics and construction firms. With a factory set to open in San Antonio in 2028, American Katerra is creating jobs in engineering, design, and welding while planning global expansion for a more sustainable future in construction.

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