By Jena Carr
A new industry factory site in Geelong will look to provide a high-quality and ample industrial space, generating more jobs for the region.
Deputy Prime Minister and federal member for Corio Richard Marles visited Bisinella Developments’ site at 35-45 Technology Close, Corio, on Friday, March 15.
Mr Marles said the growth of local businesses was important as Geelong expanded its infrastructure footprint and growth offerings.
“Geelong’s north has a proud history of manufacturing, and it is fantastic to see projects like this ensuring it remains a part of our region’s future,” he said.
“One of the great opportunities for Geelong, which actually has been a part of our history going back to the 19th century, is around transport logistics.
“When these developments happen here, you can see the economic future of the town…and for the northern suburbs, that have done it tough, this provides hope and an economic future.”
Bisinella Developments chief executive Richard Bisinella said the 3600 metre-squared factory added to the company’s acquired and managed 110,000 metre-squared warehouse space.
“Geelong is a major industrial hub, with local manufacturing and logistics businesses connecting the broader western Victoria region with Melbourne, national, and international markets,” he said.
“This warehouse reinforces our commitment to and confidence in the local manufacturing and logistics sector, with the warehouse design tailored to suit a local business in the industry.
“Construction is well underway, and we look forward to handing over the keys for this new industrial space when construction is completed.”
Member for Lara Ella George said the development would create close to 100 local jobs and “really speaks to the opportunity in our region”.
“Sites like this can support 25 to 50 workers, ultimately delivering advanced manufacturing and other industries to Geelong,” she said.
“We’ve got an incredible workforce backed up by a world class university and a world class tafe and having those training opportunities are so integral to industries in the north.”
