LOUISVILLE, Ky. — UPS even bigger plans for Kentucky. Gov. Andy Beshear announced UPS will build two large-scale facilities in the state.
Both projects represent an investment of over $330 million. According to UPS, both projects together will also create 435 new jobs.
“We often talk about companies trusting in and believing in the resources and opportunities provided here in the commonwealth,” Gov. Beshear said. “UPS is an example of one of the largest brands in the world doing exactly that. Just as important as the economic impact of these announcements is the quality of jobs being created for Kentuckians and their families. The foundation is being set for years of economic success to come, and we are only getting started. I want to thank UPS for once again investing in the commonwealth. I am thrilled to see their continued success,” Beshear explained.
One project will be in Louisville. It calls for the construction of a one million-square-foot facility, and an investment of over $155 million. UPS expects the create 315 high-wage jobs for residents. UPS will also launch a one million-square-foot facility in Bullitt County with an addition cost of over $178 million. This facility should create 120 jobs. The exact location of both projects is yet to be decided.
“With these two new facilities, we are excited to continue to grow in the Louisville area, and we appreciate the enthusiastic support from Gov. Beshear, Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer and leaders in Jefferson and Bullitt counties,” said Nick D’Andrea, UPS vice president of public affairs. “The city and region are vital to serving our customers and this is just the latest investment in the metro area, which also includes a new aircraft hangar currently under construction on the north end of Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport,” D’Andrea continued.
UPS is the largest employer in Metro Louisville, with over 25,000 employees working in air, ground and supply chain operations. The company’s Worldport global air hub at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is also at the heart of the company’s global air network, with nearly 400 flights arriving and departing each day.
The company’s expansion excited Bob Fouts, executive director of Bullitt County Economic Development Authority, as well.
“UPS is the driving force making Bullitt County and the Louisville-Jefferson County Region an international distribution hub,” said Fouts. “We are very excited about the large investment of $178.5 million dollars and the 120 high-paying jobs. It is a great addition to their growing presence in Bullitt County,” he explained.
The news also pleased Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer. “Louisville is on track to have one of its best years for economic development in the last decade,” said Fischer. “Our decades-long partnership with UPS Healthcare, UPS Airlines and UPS Supply Chain Solutions continues to bring great opportunity to our community, and we are excited to welcome 315 new jobs and $155 million in investment to Louisville with this latest announcement,” he elaborated.