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International Cushioning Company Will Serve Regional Customers with New Ohio Location
Central location helps company serve customers in and around the state
Company Name: International Cushioning Company LLC
Location: Fremont
Industry Sector: Advanced Manufacturing
Company Profile: International Cushioning Company LLC is a commercial packaging manufacturer with facilities in New Jersey, Texas, and North Carolina. For over 50 years ICC has had success with supplying their customers a range of solutions, including corner board, PE foam, bubble pack, rolled paper products, corrugate paper wrap and more.
Company Website: www.internationalcushioning.com
Project Summary:
- Type of Project: New location
- Jobs Committed: 75
- Capital Investment: $3,604,260
Company Need:
International Cushioning Company LLC (ICC) sought to open a facility that would fit into the proximity of markets that they serve in Michigan and Wisconsin, as well as their customers in Ohio.
Testimonial:
“We believe that Fremont has presented us with a very business friendly environment and a true partner in helping us make the new operation a success.” - Buddy Bussey, president and owner, ICC
“We are very excited to be expanding our business into the Midwest to continue to support our current customers and grow our business. This new location allows us to continue to build the foundation for future expansion of the business. Our long-term plans include adding additional products and employees to the organization over the next couple of years.” - Terry Nielsen, vice president, ICC
Why Ohio?
ICC will invest over $3.6 million to add operations in Ohio. The Ohio location is strategically beneficial and will help them serve their existing customer base more effectively and continue to grow their business in the region.
Ohio has a central geographic location within a one-day drive from more than 60 percent of the U.S. and Canadian populations and the nation’s fourth largest interstate highway system. These advantages have also made Ohio a beneficial location for logistics and distribution operations, allowing for reliable and cost effective movement of goods.
Collaborators:
The Regional Growth Partnership, the Sandusky County Economic Development Corporation, the city of Fremont and JobsOhio