Verst Group Logistics announces $6.6 million upgrade and expansion of Florence facility

Staff report

Northern Kentucky-based Verst Group Logistics Inc., on Wednesday announced plans for a $6.6 million expansion to its Boone County operation that will create 17 new full-time jobs.

The project will see Verst expand its current operation and upgrade equipment in two buildings at 7130 New Buffington Road in Florence.

The upgrades will include new LED lighting, a driveway around the building to increase traffic flow and safety, an upgraded roof, a new sprinkler system, exterior painting of the buildings, and interior and exterior concrete work, among other enhancements to improve safety, sustainability, and workability for employees.

“We are excited to expand and invest in the future of our operations here in Kentucky,” said Verst Group Logistics CEO Paul Verst.

“This investment not only enhances our capacity but also reflects our commitment to providing safe, sustainable, and high-quality jobs to the local workforce. We’re proud to continue our growth in a region that has supported us throughout the years.”

The additional jobs will push the company’s total Kentucky employment to over 370.

BE NKY Growth Partnership CEO Lee Crume praised the expansion, noting the Cincinnati region is a central hub for logistics companies serving U.S. and international customers.

“Our ideal location in the Midwest allows companies to move products quickly and efficiently to more than half of the U.S. population within a day’s drive. Congratulations to Verst on this additional investment to their significant presence in Northern Kentucky.”

Founded in 1966, Verst Group Logistics is a full-scale logistics provider in warehousing, fulfillment, packaging and transportation based in Walton, with additional operations in Florence, Hebron, Lexington and Louisville. The company offers a wide range of services, providing logistics solutions for warehousing and contract logistics, omnichannel fulfillment, contract packaging, shrink sleeve labeling, transportation management and freight brokerage.

Since the beginning of his administration, Gov. Andy Beshear has announced more than 1,000 private-sector new-location and expansion projects totaling over $32.5 billion in announced investments, creating more than 55,000 jobs.

“Our unique location and access to resources puts Kentucky in a great position to be a key player in the distribution and logistics industry,” said Gov. Beshear. “We have seen tremendous growth in this sector across the commonwealth and this announcement from Verst only adds to that. This is a welcome investment for the Boone County and Florence community, and I look forward to the company’s continued success in Northern Kentucky.”

For more information on Verst Group Logistics, visit verstlogistics.com .

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