FedEx Ground coming to West Frankfort (Kentucky)
A new FedEx Ground Distribution Center could be under construction in West Frankfort later this year.
FedEx Ground officials have signed a contract with a development company to construct Presley said he received word about the contract Tuesday afternoon.
A new facility is necessary because the company has outgrown the current center located in Marion. The new facility would bring an additional 40 to 60 jobs.
“We have chosen a developer and hope to have a signed, executed lease in the next 30 days,” company spokesman David Westrick said. “I would compare where we are now to someone who has their heart set on a house but they have to make sure it passes inspection and do all the nitty-gritty work to make sure the house is suitable for their needs.”
If all goes well, Westrick said, the facility is on track for a September groundbreaking.
