475,000 square-foot facility in Fernley, Nevada, to support the
company’s Aftermarket and PG&A brands, enhancing customer and dealer
service in the western United States
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today officially announced plans to
build a new distribution facility in Fernley, Nevada, aimed at providing
additional distribution capacity, improving delivery speed and customer
service, and optimizing operations. Located 30 miles east of Reno,
Nevada, the 475,000 square-foot multi-brand distribution center will
support Polaris’ growing Aftermarket, Parts, Garments, & Accessories
(Aftermarket, PG&A) businesses.
Polaris selected Fernley due to its strategic location, skilled
workforce and strong local and state support for economic development.
The approximately 37-acre site offers Polaris close proximity to its
strong dealer and customer base in the western region of the United
States.
“Polaris’ Aftermarket, PG&A businesses delivered nearly $2 billion in
sales last year and we expect that upward sales trajectory to only
continue. As we build this multi-brand distribution center, we are
incorporating the best of each business to create an optimal facility
that will create a competitive advantage for our businesses and help us
meet the demands of our dealers and customers for years to come,” said
Steve Eastman, president of Aftermarket, PG&A at Polaris. “As we
explored our options for distribution expansion, Fernley quickly rose as
a top location given the city’s proximity to our dealers and customers
throughout the western part of the United States, its experienced
workforce, and the accessible transportation routes.”
“The decision by Polaris to locate this innovative facility in Fernley
is fantastic for the city and Lyon County and it really underscores
Nevada’s growing status as the place for logistics operations,” said
Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval. “Strategically located within a one-day
drive time to 10 major U.S. cities, the Silver State is within reach of
60 million consumers and five major U.S. ports servicing the Pacific
Rim. We welcome Polaris to the Nevada family and look forward to its
future success.”
The Fernley distribution center, the company’s first multi-brand
distribution center, will eventually serve Polaris, Transamerican Auto
Parts and Kolpin customers. Similar to other Polaris distribution
centers, the facility’s automated footprint will allow for flexible
operations while supporting speed, delivery and safety. At full
capacity, the site will employ up to 100 people.
“The City of Fernley welcomes Polaris to the community, who was recently
named one of America’s best large employers. As a global powersports
leader, this opportunity is a great fit to the community, and will
provide the residents of Fernley with employment opportunities. Polaris
will provide a boost to economic development. We look forward to the
newest addition to the City of Fernley,” said Fernley Mayor Roy
Edgington.
“We welcome Polaris Industries to the Sierra Region,” said Robert
Hooper, Northern Nevada Development Authority president and CEO. “The
company’s selection of Fernley for their new distribution facility is a
significant addition to the city, Lyon County and Nevada. Fernley is
rapidly developing as Northern Nevada’s newest logistics hub. It is
particularly well-situated for linkages between rail, trucking and
warehousing operations.”
Polaris will break ground on the distribution center later this summer
with completion slated for early in the second quarter of 2019.
About Polaris
Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) is a global powersports leader that
has been fueling the passion of riders, workers and outdoor enthusiasts
for more than 60 years. With annual 2017 sales of $5.4 billion, Polaris’
innovative, high-quality product line-up includes the RANGER®,
RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road
vehicles; the Sportsman® and Polaris ACE®
all-terrain off-road vehicles; Indian Motorcycle® midsize and
heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; and
Polaris RMK®, INDY®, Switchback® and
RUSH® snowmobiles. Polaris enhances the riding experience
with parts, garments and accessories, along with a growing aftermarket
portfolio, including Transamerican Auto Parts. Polaris’ presence in
adjacent markets globally include military and commercial off-road
vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles. Proudly headquartered in
Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.
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