Global Mobility Supplier Plans New Distribution Center in Southeast Indiana
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. (March 14, 2019) – DENSO, the world's second-largest mobility supplier, announced today that its affiliate DENSO Products and Services Americas Inc. will open a new distribution center in Jeffersonville, creating up to 50 new jobs by 2023.
"Indiana's central location, pro-business environment and talented workforce continue to attract companies from around the world," said Jim Schellinger, Indiana Secretary of Commerce. "The cultural and economic relationships between Indiana and Japan run deep, and DENSO's expansion to Indiana will further solidify our partnership and strengthen the network of nearly 300 Japanese businesses operating here and creating quality job opportunities for Hoosiers.”
The Japan-based company will invest more than $9.5 million to lease and equip 312,000 square feet of warehouse space at 301 Logistics Ave. in the River Ridge Commerce Center in Jeffersonville. The new facility will help DENSO achieve higher fill rates, manage efficient inventory, control costs and meet growth targets. The company plans to invest $3 million in new technology, including warehouse management software to control inventory, optimize supply chain management and enhance customer service.
