The City of Frederick and Governor Wes Moore, are pleased to announce that JLG Industries, a division of Oshkosh Corporation and a leading global producer of mobile elevating work platforms and telehandlers, is expanding its presence to Frederick. JLG Industries will be opening a new satellite office and research and development center to support ongoing business growth, drive innovation, and meet the needs of both employees and customers.
Aerial View of JLG facility in Riverside Research Park
This new facility will span 113,000 square feet within the Riverside Research Park in the City of Frederick. Once completed, it will feature state-of-the-art areas for product development and equipment testing, as well as new workspaces designed for future expansion. The building will also include large, flexible spaces suitable for company meetings and accommodating multiple customer visits at the same time.
“I am proud of our City Economic Development team for helping to secure the JLG investment in facilities and jobs here in Frederick.” Said Mayor Michael O’Connor. “I am confident that Frederick residents and indeed the regional workforce will take advantage of the family-supporting jobs that JLG is creating here.”
“The jobs and tax base created by JLG here in the City of Frederick at Riverside Research Park - Progress Labs are substantial and the City, County, and State teams will work hard to retain and expand the company for years to come,” says Richard Griffin, the Director of the City of Frederick’s Department of Economic Development. “The Matan Company has developed Riverside Research Park into a world-class business center alongside Riverside Business Park developed by St. Johns Properties. Other adjacent tenants include Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research, Charles River Labs, Precision for Medicine, Biofacura and more.”
JLG industries new expansion in Frederick at Riverside Research Park.
To support the project, the Maryland Department of Commerce is working to approve a $500,000 conditional loan through Advantage Maryland. Additionally, the Frederick County Office of Economic Development plans to cover up to $50,000 in permitting or project fees. As the project moves forward, JLG is also expected to be eligible for additional state, county and city incentives, including up to $75,000 through the City of Frederick’s Commercial & Industrial Tax Credit program.
Exploring a new site in Maryland? Expanding your business footprint in Frederick? Reach out to the City of Frederick’s Department of Economic Development regarding additional questions about programs and resources available at the city, county and state for qualified project. 301.600.6360 / businessinfrederick@cityoffrederickmd.gov