More than 250 diverse manufacturers employing more than 20,000 are located in the immediate area. In addition to the previously mentioned automotive segment, Greater Shreveport is home to companies that produce table glassware, commercial transformers, towers for wind-generation of electricity and large steel pressure vessels, outdoor cookers, paper and wood products, equipped shelters and towers for telecommunications, automobile batteries and parking lot/garage meter tickets.
Fast-food chains such as McDonald's and Kentucky Fried Chicken rely on a Shreveport-based company to help prepare meals. Frymaster Corporation makes deep-fat fryers and other related stainless steel food preparation equipment, which they ship worldwide.
Louisiana Center for Manufacturing Sciences, a consortium of manufacturers and researchers who develop, test and implement technological innovation in manufacturing sciences operates in the Shreveport area. The center focuses on micro-manufacturing capabilities.
Building on the momentum and supporting the growth of the present manufacturing base, the Chamber actively seeks new manufacturers who will ensure high-paying, high-quality jobs for the future. Our low energy costs, excellent distribution, and productive labor force are just a few of the reasons why manufacturers agree that Louisiana is truly Open for Business.
Source: The Shreveport Airport Authority; and Port of Shreveport-Bossier |
