Governor Andy Beshear announced two significant economic development initiatives in south-central Kentucky during his Team Kentucky update on Thursday. The projects, located in Glasgow and Bowling Green, are expected to boost employment and strengthen regional industry.
The first project involves the parent company of Tate, which has decided to establish its North American manufacturing facility in Glasgow. This decision follows discussions held by Governor Beshear during his recent international trip to the United Kingdom and France. The $61.2 million investment is projected to generate 400 full-time manufacturing jobs once the plant reaches full operation. Officials emphasized the company’s intent to begin operations swiftly. This marks the largest job creation announcement in Barren County in nearly two decades.
In addition, Inked Brands, a well-established player in the stationery, office supplies, crafting, and gift sectors, plans to relocate and expand its operations in Bowling Green. The company will invest $10.7 million and add 20 new positions. Its products are distributed through various channels, including e-commerce platforms, mass retail outlets, and boutique business-to-business networks.
Beshear highlighted the significance of local business growth, stating that such expansions reflect strong leadership, a skilled workforce, and effective collaboration with local government. He noted that Inked Brands has been operating in Kentucky for ten years, and its decision to grow within the state underscores confidence in the region’s economic environment.
The governor described the developments as positive milestones for both communities and the Commonwealth as a whole, reinforcing Kentucky’s appeal as a destination for business investment.
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Gov. Beshear announces major economic development projects in Glasgow and Bowling Green
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WBKO) – Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted Thursday two major economic development projects for Glasgow and Bowling Green during his Team Kentucky update. n nThe governor confirmed that Tate’s parent company will locate their North American facility in Glasgow following meetings during his recent trip to the United Kingdom and France last week. n n“The $61.2 million project represents the largest job creation announcement in Barren County in nearly 20 years and will create 400 new full-time manufacturing jobs once the facility is fully operational and they intend to get operational quickly,” Beshear said. n nBeshear also announced that Inked Brands plans to relocate and expand in Bowling Green with a $10.7 million investment, creating 20 new jobs. n n“The company is an established leader in the stationery, office, crafting, and gift sales across several platforms, including e-commerce, mass retail, and boutique business to business,” Beshear said. “Anytime a local business expands in the Commonwealth, it is a testament to the quality of work they’re doing, their leadership, their workforce, and support from local and city officials.” n nBeshear said Inked Brands has operated in Kentucky for a decade and called the announcement an exciting step for both the state and Bowling Green.