On the heels of a $10 billion investment announcement in central Mississippi, Amazon is bringing another large-scale investment to the state.
It was announced by the Mississippi Development Authority on Tuesday that the retail giant will locate its inbound cross-dock operations in Marshall County, a project that officials say will create 1,000 jobs in the area.
The 930,000-square-foot facility, which will be located in Chickasaw Trails Industrial Park, will receive and consolidate products from Amazon vendors. The products will then be shipped to surrounding fulfillment centers within its network.
“Amazon’s global presence is undeniable, and the company’s continued investment in Mississippi speaks volumes about our ability to quickly and effectively meet the needs of its massive consumer base,” Gov. Tate Reeves said. “I know this project will reap benefits for Marshall County, its residents, and the surrounding region well into the future – through Amazon itself and other industry leaders that are taking note of our incredible economic momentum.
The project will be supported by the Mississippi Development Authority, along with assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive program. Further infrastructure enhancements, such as road improvements, will support the project via assistance from MDA and Marshall County.
“This new site will allow us to better serve customers in Marshall County and the surrounding area,” Amazon Senior Manager of Economic Development Jessica Breaux said. “We’re grateful for our partnership with the Mississippi Development Authority and Marshall County. We look forward to sharing more details about this facility in the future.”
While Amazon did not provide an estimated monetary value for the project, the facility is set to be completed by 2028.
