Amazon to Develop Large Distribution Center in Connecticut
Amazon is planning a new 1 million-square-foot distribution center in Norwich, Connecticut. The facility will function as a 'first mile' hub for receiving and sorting goods before they are sent to middle-mile centers and eventually last-mile delivery hubs. The company confirmed the project during an internal meeting with local officials. Amazon also mentioned it is exploring another fulfillment site in Killingly but has not set opening dates for either location. This development aligns with Amazon's broader strategy of expanding its logistics network, particularly along the East Coast. In New York and North Carolina, similar large-scale facilities are under planning or already underway. The company plans to invest $1 billion into a 4 million-square-foot operations center in Holbrook, New York, which is expected to create 1,000 full-time jobs.
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