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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Kenco Expands Warehouse-Distribution Facilities In Columbus, Ohio Region

01/26/2016
Kenco, a leading provider of integrated logistics solutions, real estate services and material handling equipment, is expanding its presence in the Groveport, Ohio.

According to Columbus 2020 the company, which already operates one facility in the Region, will lease an additional 180,000 square-foot Groveport warehouse to expand warehousing and distribution services. The estimated $2.1 million investment will include the purchase of machinery and equipment such as racking, lift truck equipment and office equipment. It is expected to create 63 new jobs over three years.

“We continue to choose Groveport for its strategic location and our past successes operating here,” said David Caines, COO at Kenco. “The Columbus Region has a robust logistics sector and its location advantages are unparalleled. We also continue to find a reliable and strong workforce, which has contributed to our growth.”

Kenco provides integrated logistics solutions that include distribution and fulfillment, comprehensive transportation management, material handling services, real estate management and information technology. The company currently employs 50 workers in the Columbus Region.

“Kenco’s newest expansion is an example of Groveport’s commitment to growing companies that operate here, and we are happy to welcome new opportunities from an existing employer,” said Jeff Green, the City of Groveport’s Assistant City Administrator. “Our logistics sector continues to grow and we congratulate Kenco on being a part of it.

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