LOCUST GROVE — Ryder System Inc., a leader in supply chain, dedicated transportation, and commercial fleet management solutions, will invest $44 million in a new, high-tech third-party distribution center in Locust Grove.
The project is expected to create more than 250 jobs.
“We are proud that Ryder has chosen Georgia to meet their growing needs,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “As the logistics hub of the Southeast with a highly skilled workforce and a dedication to addressing supply chain issues, we are uniquely positioned to ensure Ryder’s continued success. I look forward to the new opportunities this distribution center will create for hardworking Georgians in Henry County.”
Ryder manages 59 operations and employs more than 2,900 people in the State of Georgia, providing critical supply chain, transportation, and fleet management solutions for more than 50,000 customers throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. The company also manages nearly 235,000 commercial vehicles and operates more than 300 warehouses, encompassing approximately 64 million square feet.
“Locust Grove is a growing city in Georgia, so it was a natural fit for our next facility location,” said Steve Sensing, President of Supply Chain Solutions for Ryder. “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.”
Ryder will build out a 678,000-square-foot spec building at 355 Davis Lake Road within Phase II of Garner Logistics Park in Locust Grove, which provides direct access to I-75 along with other key logistics access points. Ryder is planning to use the building to accelerate growth for its e-commerce and multi-customer warehousing offerings. The company will be hiring warehouse pickers/packers and shippers, forklift operators, and management/supervisory positions.
“Locust Grove is excited to welcome Ryder to our community,” said Locust Grove Mayor Robert Price. “As a leader in the logistics industry, their investment and creation of more than 250 jobs will bring even greater value to our growing business community.”
Ryder is recognized for its industry-leading practices in third-party logistics, technology-driven innovations, commercial vehicle maintenance, military veteran recruitment initiatives, environmentally friendly solutions, corporate social responsibility, world-class safety and security programs, and the hiring of a diverse workforce.
“We welcome Ryder to Locust Grove and Henry County,” said Henry County Board of Commissioners Chair Carlotta Harrell. “Their jobs and investment will be a welcome addition to our community, and we look forward to their success here.”
