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Jefferson Parish is the ideal environment for a growing ecosystem of businesses considering relocation or expansion. A global competitor in technology, industry, and logistics, JP is located at the crossroads of major international river, rail, and air hubs. Offering an unmatched level of accessibility, natural beauty, and cultural richness, it harmoniously blends history, innovation, and quality of life, making it a dynamic destination for businesses and a welcoming home for families.

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Why Jefferson Parish?

Jefferson Parish is home to cutting-edge industries and innovative businesses at the forefront of their fields. Accessibility, a business-friendly climate, and affordable living with big city amenities have helped shape JP into a global business destination.

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Why Jefferson Parish?

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A Little Loan Goes a Long Way

JEDCO serves businesses of all sizes through its flexible, accessible financing solutions. From startup to success story and every stage in between, JEDCO has a loan to fit your needs.

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A Little Loan Goes a Long Way

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Living the Good Life

Tradition and innovation convene in lively communities, picturesque towns, and lush landscapes. Our diverse population fuses many cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds, contributing to a dynamic mosaic of businesses, a rich culinary and cultural scene, and vibrant vignettes of communal life.

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Living the Good Life

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BUILT FOR BUSINESS. POSITIONED FOR THE WORLD.

Jefferson Parish gives GWT a clear strategic advantage – combining direct access to the river, a skilled and adaptable workforce, and an environment that supports high-performance, innovation-led businesses. It’s a place where global companies can operate efficiently and at scale.

James Martin
GWT CEO

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Transportation

At the Crossroads of Air, River, Rail and Road

Located in the largest intermodal transportation system in the South, Jefferson Parish offers excellent transportation links to make commuting and logistics seamless.

JP offers six Class I rail lines to provide robust and efficient freight transportation across the region and beyond.

JP is connected by a network of major highways and interstates, allowing for fast, flexible ground transportation.

With direct access to navigable waterways, JP facilitates cost-effective shipping for bulk goods and materials. The proximity to deepwater ports enhances multimodal transport options for manufacturers.

Jefferson Parish is home to one of the fastest growing airports in the U.S. The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport not only connects to nearly 60 direct destinations, but it offers cargo service and global connectivity as well.

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An interpretive map of the railways in Jefferson Parish
An interpretive map of the roadways in Jefferson Parish
An interpretive map of the waterways in Jefferson Parish
An interpretive map of the airport in Jefferson Parish

Transportation

At the Crossroads of Air, River, Rail and Road

Located in the largest intermodal transportation system in the South, Jefferson Parish offers excellent transportation links to make commuting and logistics seamless.

JP offers six Class I rail lines to provide robust and efficient freight transportation across the region and beyond.

JP is connected by a network of major highways and interstates, allowing for fast, flexible ground transportation.

With direct access to navigable waterways, JP facilitates cost-effective shipping for bulk goods and materials. The proximity to deepwater ports enhances multimodal transport options for manufacturers.

Jefferson Parish is home to one of the fastest growing airports in the U.S. The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport not only connects to nearly 60 direct destinations, but it offers cargo service and global connectivity as well.

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An interpretive map of the railways in Jefferson Parish
An interpretive map of the roadways in Jefferson Parish
An interpretive map of the waterways in Jefferson Parish
An interpretive map of the airport in Jefferson Parish

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Our Key Industries

Culinary

Products
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Environmental and
engineering services
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Health

Innovation
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Supply chain infrastructure
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Technology

& Design
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