How Many Jobs is Ryder System Creating in Right to Work Georgia?

Ryder System is adding a new distribution center soon in Right to Work Locust Grove, Georgia. In order to do this, they are investing a total of $44 million toward the project. In addition, this will also create 250 new jobs. So this is exciting news for the area!

From Area Development Magazine:

“Locust Grove is a growing city in Georgia, so it was a natural fit for our next facility location. [“¦] By increasing our footprint, we improve our customers’ speed-to-market, which is critical in today’s highly competitive environment. We are grateful for the vision and willingness of Georgia’s state and local leaders to collaborate with Ryder to make this project possible.” [“¦]

“In today’s environment, speed-to-market is critical for companies of all sizes. [“¦] By leveraging Henry County’s real estate assets with our unmatched workforce training programs and extensive logistics network, Ryder will be able to quickly build out their new facility to efficiently meet customer demand.” He added, “Many thanks to Ryder for choosing to invest in Georgia, and congratulations to our partners in Henry County for the long-term benefits this project will bring to the community.” [“¦]

“We’re excited to see Ryder’s Georgia expansion, and to welcome the new business it will mean for the Port of Savannah. [“¦] The company’s cargo handling expertise makes their new Henry County location a welcome addition to the state’s private logistics network.”

“We welcome this addition of Locust Grove to Ryder’s already strong presence in the Atlanta metro area, a key U.S. logistics hub. [“¦] We congratulate Ryder on this important decision and thank community partners for their support of this project for Atlanta.”

AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE

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