BOWLING GREEN, KY. July 13th, 2023 – Harbor Steel & Supply Corporation, a metals distributor and manufacturer, opened its new facility in Bowling Green, Kentucky today. Founded in Michigan in 1952, the company has become a complete metal service center for its customers in six locations across the central US—and today held its grand opening in the Kentucky Transpark on its seventh location. From this new location, the company will strategically service large, multinational supply chain partners that have also announced Bowling Green as their home in recent years.
“Our project in the Transpark has been incredible. The State of Kentucky, the officials in Warren County and Bowling Green have been very supportive throughout this build. The Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce has created a perfect climate for business and industry to thrive in the area. All of us at Harbor Steel appreciate the kindness and support from everyone in the area,” said Michael Weis President of Harbor Steel.
“I want to congratulate Harbor Steel & Supply on this new facility in Bowling Green,” said Gov. Beshear. “This is the company’s second location in the commonwealth, and the commitment they have shown our workforce and communities is amazing. I look forward to seeing them continue to grow and thrive here.”
The company is creating 25 new jobs through an $8 million investment in the region that was first announced in 2021. Its brand new 50,000 square foot facility in Bowling Green is expandable to 100,000 square feet in a future phase. Their new home on Commonwealth Blvd. was designed by the State of Kentucky as a Certified Build Ready Site several years ago and features direct access to the rail spur owned by the Inter-Modal Transportation Authority.
“Harbor Steel’s investment in our community is a testament to the strength of our workforce and pro-business environment,” said Warren County Judge-Executive Doug Gorman. “We are grateful for their confidence we look forward to watching them grow for years to come.”
“We are thrilled to celebrate the grand opening of Harbor Steel’s exciting new facility today,” said Mayor Todd Alcott. “Their project plays an integral part in maintaining South Central Kentucky as a vibrant manufacturing hub.”
“Harbor Steel’s emphasis on quality control, on-time delivery, and total customer service has driven their company’s success,” said Ron Bunch, Chamber President and CEO. “We are honored to celebrate the grand opening of their new facility here in Bowling Green and look forward to their success in our community.”
Year to date, the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce has announced four economic development projects in South Central Kentucky, totaling $39 million in capital investment creating 203 new jobs in the region. Bowling Green has also been recognized as one of the Top 6 Tier 2 Metros in the United States for its tenth consecutive year by Site Selection Magazine. The Chamber is a three-time Mac Conway Award winner, recognizing the Chamber as a Top 20 Economic Development Organization in the Country.
About the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce
Incorporated in 1935, the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce is a 5-Star Accredited Chamber by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. As the fourth largest chamber in Kentucky, the Chamber serves as the driving force for South Central Kentucky’s Business Community providing valuable services to over 1,300 partners, advocating a positive business environment and stimulating economic development for the area. With leadership programs, governmental relations projects, educational initiatives and involvement opportunities, the Chamber aims to support the community, and its neighbors, in order to enhance the business climate and continue to grow the region.