Global Seamless, an India-based company specializing in seamless pipes, has made a strategic decision to establish its inaugural US manufacturing facility in Northwest Louisiana. This significant investment of approximately $35 million signals the company's commitment to expanding its presence in the Western Hemisphere and providing localized support to its customers. The chosen location in DeSoto Parish is expected to generate 135 direct new jobs, with an estimated 251 indirect new jobs, fostering economic growth and revitalization in the region.
The selection of Northwest Louisiana as the site for this pioneering facility underscores the area's prominence as a natural gas hub and its pivotal role in the international energy supply chain. Louisiana Economic Development (LED) has played a crucial role in facilitating this investment, offering a competitive incentives package that includes workforce development solutions through LED FastStart and a $1.25 million Performance-Based Matching Grant to support infrastructure enhancements.
LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois expressed her gratitude to Global Seamless for recognizing the state's competitive advantages and investing in Louisiana's skilled manufacturing workforce. The project has received widespread support from local authorities, including the DeSoto Parish Police Jury and the city of Mansfield, who anticipate the positive impact on the community's economy and job market.
For Global Seamless, this venture represents not only a strategic expansion but also a commitment to delivering high-quality products and services to its customers. With construction and installation of the first production line underway, the company anticipates commencing commercial operations by the end of the year.
The establishment of Global Seamless' manufacturing facility in Northwest Louisiana symbolizes a new chapter of growth and opportunity for the region, as it continues to attract investments and create employment opportunities. The collaboration between the company, state officials, and local stakeholders underscores the collective effort to drive economic prosperity and development in Northwest Louisiana.