The Mississippi Development Authority reports that inland water transport firm Golding Barge Line is broadening procedures inVicksburg The task is a $20-million business financial investment and also will certainly develop 25 work.
“Mississippi’s transportation network is one of the best in the country, from our integrated highway and interstate systems to our waterways that provide companies like Golding Barge Line with exceptional, convenient access to consumers around the country,” Gov Phil Bryant stated. “I thank the Golding Barge team for adding new jobs in Vicksburg and for their continued trust in our workforce and business environment.”
Golding Barge Line focuses on the activity of polished oil items, petrochemicals and also chemical items throughout the united state’s inland river system. The firm is broadening its Vicksburg procedure in feedback to market possibilities and also brand-new agreements.
“We are excited about this opportunity to grow our business. This expansion will provide more employment opportunities, as well as increased stability and job security for the current Golding Barge Line team,” statedGolding Barge Line President Austin Golding “This new equipment will operate around the country within the supply chains of some of the world’s largest oil companies. The revenue it generates will come out of those companies and into our community through payroll and our vendor partnerships. Being in Vicksburg gives us a recruiting advantage, and that advantage has allowed a small family-owned operator to compete with large publicly traded operators.”
The Mississippi Development Authority has actually authorized the firm for the Advantage Jobs Rebate program, which supplies a discount to qualified services that develop brand-new work that go beyond the typical yearly wage of the state or the area in which the firm situates or increases.
“Golding Barge Line’s expansion in Vicksburg is an exciting economic development win for the people of Warren County, creating dozens of new career opportunities that will benefit the local economy while supporting the Mississippi-based company’s continued successful growth for years to come,” stated MDA Executive Director Glenn McCullough, Jr.
Golding Barge Line prepares to fill up the 25 brand-new work by the end of 2020.
