THE COUNTIES, Ontario – A huge new distribution centre has opened in South Stormont, already bringing with it plans to expand and offer more support to the robust logistics sector in our region.
Wills Transfer Limited has opened its $25-million facility located on 45th Parallel Drive in Ingleside. The facility boasts an impressive 155,000 sq.-ft. warehouse and there are already plans to expand that footprint in the future.
The warehouse boasts 9,000 rack positions, and 4,000 bulk positions to support an array of warehouse storage needs. There’s also 14 dock doors and two ground-level doors available.
"We are excited to open our new distribution warehouse in Ingleside and be a part of the SDG Counties business community,” said Terry Wills, Wills Transfer president. “This site was chosen because of its prime geographical location, right on the 401, between Montreal and Toronto, and close to international bridges.”
Wills indicated the local labour force has embraced the opportunities at the Ingleside distribution centre.
“We will launch the warehouse with 10 new hires,” said Wills. “There has been a huge response to our job postings, and we have recruited 10 exceptional employees that have accepted job offers and are now being onboarded at our new facility. Wills Transfer Limited is looking forward to growing our business in SDG Counties.”
Wills Transfer Limited, headquartered in Smiths Falls, has been a mainstay in the logistics industry since 1945. The company plans to continue expanding in eastern Ontario and has purchased land in Carp.
“This is a major investment in SDG Counties and we are thrilled that Wills Transfer chose to invest in SDG. This logistics facility will have a major impact on our region and will support other area businesses,” said Tara Kirkpatrick, SDG Counties’ manager of economic development.