Ice Industries invests $6M to open manufacturing facility in Louisiana to support solar supply chain
Ice Industries Holdings, Inc. has announced plans to open a new manufacturing facility in Lacassine, Louisiana. The company will invest $6 million into the project, creating 70 new jobs for the surrounding area. The new 150,000-square-foot facility is expected to be operational in 2025 and will focus on roll forming steel back rails for photovoltaic (PV) solar panels.
To help aid the project, Ice Industries will apply for several economic incentives, including the Quality Jobs Program, the Louisiana Economic Development (LED) FastStart for assistance with recruiting and training, the Economic Development Award Program, and the Industrial Tax Exemption Program.
What people are saying
In a recent quote, Howard Ice, the Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of Ice Industries, said, “Following the successful collaboration with First Solar that resulted in the founding of Ice Industries Bowling Green, we are excited to further develop our partnership with an American company that is a global industry leader in the production of PV panels. Dovetailing with both the United States’ increasing focus and investment in clean energy technology and Ice’s strategy of geographic and market diversity, Ice Industries Louisiana represents a strategic investment in both the company and our country’s manufacturing base.”
LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois added, “This announcement is a testament to how Louisiana’s all-of-the-above energy strategy is driving new investment and creating opportunities in both emerging and legacy sectors. The attraction of innovative companies and their suppliers has set up the state’s world-class manufacturing workforce for continuing success as they strengthen the domestic supply chain. We are proud to welcome Ice Industries to Louisiana and look forward to the years of prosperity to come.”
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