Targeted Industries
Mississippi means business...
- Favorable Operating Costs Including Low Taxes
- Strategic Location in the South Central U.S.
- Quality Workforce and State Sponsored Training
- A Fair Legal System with the Tort Reform Act of 2004
- Progressive Financial and Tax Incentive Programs
- One-Stop Environmental Permitting
In 1776 Adam Smith propagated the keys to capitalism in his book The Wealth of Nations. According to Smith, the means of production will gravitate to where there are most efficient and effective. In the world of Economic Development this statement holds true… these means of production; Capital, Raw Materials and Labor are in a state of flux toward the optimum ROI.
Similarly, the EMBDC is focused on attracting and nurturing those industries with the required means of production that provide us with the advantages in meeting expected ROI. When you look at the natural and manmade assets of East Mississippi there are several industries that have the opportunity to thrive. These industries are our Targeted Industries.
Please take a moment to review these industrial sectors and why we believe in the advantages our location can offer you and your company.
Aerospace and Defense Industries
Information coming soon. To learn more about this industry, contact Sean Partridge at the EMBDC, 601-693-1306.
Automotive Industries
Information coming soon. To learn more about this industry, contact Sean Partridge at the EMBDC, 601-693-1306.
Distribution Industries
Maintaining your competitive position in the market is difficult enough without considering the ebb and flow of lead times. Managing supply chains has become more science than art and transportationcosts are the drivers over warehouse costs. In Meridian, we understand supply chains and have the location and proximity to give you the advantage you need to meet corporate expected returns.
With a network of 2 Interstates and interstate quality US highways combined with rail service from NS and KCS (plus two short lines), Meridian and East Mississippi has the infrastructure to match its location. Additionally, for five years running Meridian has been selected by Chicago Consulting as one of the premier warehouse locations in the Southeast for their annual warehouse optimization study. With a new $26 million interchange and connecting roads scheduled to open in 4Q 2010 Meridian's newest industrial park will have expedited access to Interstates 20/59 and US Hwy 45.
Industrial property is available in the industrial park which is the newest home for Houston based Handy Hardware's 466,000 square foot DC opening in November 2010. Complimenting the new and existing distribution related companies in East Mississippi is the industry driven educational offerings at Meridian Community College's Distribution Training Center which provides pre and post employment training opportunities.
Meridian and East Mississippi is ready to support your competitive positioning. We have the location and amenities that mitigate your risks as well as the proximity to key ports and markets for inbound and outbound shipments. We look forward to helping you succeed.
Find out more about Meridian's prime location
Metal Trades
Information coming soon. To learn more about this industry, contact Sean Partridge at the EMBDC, 601-693-1306.
Wood Products Industries
Information coming soon. To learn more about this industry, contact Sean Partridge at the EMBDC, 601-693-1306.