THE FOUR Rs
The corridor with more.
Companies that locate in The Fouridor gain an immediate advantage with access to four transportation options to move people, products, materials, and services quickly and inexpensively. Plus, with two-thirds of the U.S. population within a day’s drive, they have close access to markets and suppliers.
River
The Port of Indiana-Jeffersonville is one of the fastest-growing ports on the Ohio-Mississippi river system, handling more than two million tons of cargo for manufacturers and agribusinesses.
Runways
We have access to four airports within The Fouridor that cover both commercial and general aviation services, including UPS’s Worldport at the Louisville International Airport.
Rail
Commercial transport is provided by CSX, Norfolk Southern, Louisville Indiana Railroad in Indiana, and Canadian Pacific in Louisville. Louisville is also one of four regional hubs for CSX.
Roads
We sit at the convergence of three major interstates (I-65, I-64, and I-71), allowing companies to ship and receive cargo to and from two-thirds of the U.S. population within a day.
QUICK RESPONSE TEAM
Let's go places.
The Fouridor’s Rapid Response Team is led by One Southern Indiana in collaboration with regional communities, workforce agencies, utility providers, developers, and other partners that work to advance our region and position industry for sustainable growth.
Our collective goal is to eliminate any obstacles and expedite processes to help get your business to become operational and profitable as quickly as possible. As one site consultant recently declared, “I can’t believe it was this easy!”
Matching
We’ll help you identify and secure the ideal facility or site that meets your needs and makes your path to profitability quick and seamless. Once we understand your project scope, we jump into action!
Supporting
We can explore, initiate, and secure state and local support. This includes helping you identify the tax and incentive programs to support your investment, as well as help expedite any required state/local permitting.
Touring
Explore the Fouridor with us! We welcome the opportunity to arrange and host site, buildings, and community tours to experience first-hand the Fouridor advantage and livability of our amazing bi-state region.
Guiding
Our experienced team will provide professional assistance through your entire selection process, from site identification to incentive coordination, we’re here to provide our support. Once the ribbon is cut, we’re here to ensure your long-term success in the region through an ecosystem of industry resources and programming.
SITE AVAILABILITY
Something to
build on.
From one of the largest business parks in the Midwest to state-of-the-art speculative buildings, the Fouridor has everything you need to be successful. Whether you’re looking for an existing facility that meets your production and distribution needs or a greenfield site that affords you a logistical advantage, you will find it here.
Available buildings
We have a large inventory of cutting-edge facilities ready for you to call home. From new, customizable spec space to previously used buildings ready for new life, we have what you need.
Available land
Want to build your own facility? We have site-ready greenfield locations served by modern, industrial-level infrastructure. Search for your perfect site on Zoom Prospector.
Megasite
South Central Indiana is home to a certified Megasite within one of the largest business parks in the U.S. — the River Ridge Commerce Center. It’s one of the rare Megasites with close access to a metropolitan area.
Energy
Duke Energy is one of the largest energy-holding companies in the U.S. and the largest electric supplier in Indiana, while Clark County REMC is long-established and well-positioned to serve the community. Businesses will benefit from both abundant and affordable electric supplies in our area.
WORK FORCE
Work is
our ethic.
The Fouridor is home to talent from a 23-county region, full of folks who are proud of where they come from and possess the drive to achieve success for themselves, their family, and the community. Whether rural, urban, or suburban, there is a shared culture to work smart and work hard.
Our regional workforce is experienced in a variety of growth industries within manufacturing, pharmaceutical, renewable energy, agribusiness, and life sciences….such as organ tissue production in space! What can we make for you?
Transferable Skills
You’ll find that growing your workforce in The Fouridor is satisfyingly easy. Our strong primary and secondary educational systems combined with the resourcefulness built into our local culture makes for a very capable population from which to choose your employees.
Education and Training
More than 30 colleges and universities offering 850+ unique degrees are available in and around the Fouridor. Plus, there are a number of adult education and workforce development opportunities available.
Proof
We could brag about The Fouridor 24/7 but our results speak for themself. In the past 24 months, we have attracted more than $2.52 billion in capital investment. These include projects with companies like Canadian Solar, Meta, Redwire, Conco, Lumina Sustainable Materials, and PharmaCord.
QUALITY OF LIFE
Best of
both worlds.
The Fouridor offers a highly affordable quality of life that combines small town charm with metropolitan amenities. Plus, the area boasts spectacular landscape and river views that other places simply can’t offer. Best of all, you’ll find the people here are friendly, hard-working, and well, fun.
Small town, big city
Greater Louisville’s (IN-KY) bi-state positioning ensures we have something for everyone.
Surrounded by recreation with nature scenes from your back porch
World-class venues featuring the Broadway Series, KY Derby, and your soon-to-be favorite local band at community shoreline concerts.
Urban, suburban, and homestead environments to start a career or family
Nationally recognized restaurant scene……did we mention bourbon?
Affordable
- Greater Louisville (IN-KY) offers a very attractive cost of living. Travel + Leisure magazine ranked Louisville as the 4th most beautiful and affordable place to live in the U.S.
Cultural
The Fouridor offers a number of local art galleries and fairs, along with entertainment options like the Louisville Ballet, Kentucky Opera, the Louisville Orchestra, Derby Dinner Playhouse, Speed Art Museum, and the Broadway Series.
Great location
The Fouridor is a natural gateway connecting the Midwest to the Southeast. You don’t have to pick a side, you just have to pick here.
BUSINESS-FRIENDLY STATE
Grow your business here.
At both the state and local levels, there is a strong recognition of the importance of helping businesses start and thrive quickly and profitably. The Fouridor is capitalizing on our region’s economic strength and momentum, coupled with exceptional infrastructure, and is driving our continued growth and success.
Incentives
Indiana provide various tax incentives and credits to support innovation and business expansion. Our aim is to assist your business in launching swiftly and achieving maximum profitability as efficiently as possible.
Low taxes
Indiana is proudly recognized as the leading state for Cost of Doing Business by Area Development and ranks highly in both Manufacturing Output and Automotive Manufacturing Strength according to Business Facilities. This highlights the state’s dedication to being the top choice for thriving businesses.
Minimal regulation
Indiana is currently ranked second in Forbes’ “Best States to Start a Business.” The state continues to focus on reducing red tape and increasing profitability for businesses. Additionally, Indiana is dedicated to improving its standing by progressively lowering the cost of doing business year after year.
Low cost of business
Indiana’s top ranking for Overall Cost of Doing Business, second place for Best State to Start a Business, and #1 positions in both Manufacturing Output and Automotive Manufacturing Strength, showcase the state’s strong progress. Coupled with its status as a right-to-work state, Indiana offers one of the most affordable and business-friendly environments available.
The Engine of Greater
Louisville (IN-KY)
Our Infrastructure,
Your Opportunity
Contact
Come see us.
6200 E. Hwy 62, Suite #600, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
812.285.8979
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317.838.1257
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812.282.2096
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