Baton Rouge, Louisiana – Katoen Natie Baton Rouge, LLC today announced a $25 million expansion of its Polymers Terminal in East Baton Rouge Parish, a project expected to bolster the region’s logistics and manufacturing sectors. groundbreaking marks a significant investment in the local economy and underscores Louisiana’s position as a key hub for petrochemical activity.
The expansion will be supported by a competitive incentives package from the state of Louisiana, including workforce growth solutions through Louisiana Economic Development’s (LED) FastStart program and a $200,000 performance-based grant for site infrastructure improvements. Katoen Natie, a global logistics and value-added services provider, currently operates in over 35 countries and employs 20,000 people worldwide, generating over $3 billion USD in annual revenue.
“Katoen Natie’s continued investment in Louisiana speaks volumes about our state’s business climate and skilled workforce,” said Governor Jeff Landry in a statement. “This project will create good-paying jobs and further strengthen our thriving petrochemical industry,benefiting families and communities across east Baton Rouge Parish.”
Lori Melancon, President & CEO of the Greater Baton Rouge Economic Partnership, added, “this investment underscores the region’s strengths in the logistics and manufacturing industries.”
Interested individuals can register to receive updates on Katoen Natie Baton Rouge job opportunities and hiring events at https://opportunities.ledfaststart.com/global/en/leadpage?formId=b3qmp08pdk8hp0gkkejmp3ql10&eventScheduleId=6909f739af6b261cdd97cf11. Louisiana businesses seeking contract and vendor opportunities with the project are encouraged to register at http://SourceLouisiana.com.
