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Why West Central Indiana?

 

With its wide variety of shovel ready sites and adaptable buildings for large to small business needs, West Cental Indiana has the resources and incentives, the can-do attitude - and the proven ability - to streamline the site selection and development process.

 

You'll find a diverse economy and a quality of life that's the envy of more populated areas.  World-class corporations like Eli Lilly and Company and Sony maintain major manufacturing operations here.  Take a closer look and you'll find:


Skilled Workforce

A skilled, capable, highly productive workforce with experience in energy, automotive components, steel fabrication, plastics, aerospace, biotech and major distribution.


Access to Interstate System

A vital transportation infrastructure with direct access to state and U.S. highways and Interstates 70 and 74; rail with CSX Transportation; and air from community airports like Terre Haute International, capable of accommodating a 747, and Indianapolis International Airport.


Abundant Utilities

Abundant and economical utility services provided by Duke Energy, Hoosier Energy, Vectren and others, who maintain a robust utility infrastructure.


Plentiful Water

The abundant Wabash River and an underground aquifer, which can be tapped to provide a nearly unlimited supply of water as needed.


Commitment to Excellence

Many outstanding institutions of higher education along with advanced on-site training programs help produce a well-educated, skilled, capable and highly productive workforce.


Quality of Life

A highly sought after quality of life boasting state-of-the-art healthcare facilities and doctors in most specialties; abundant, affordable housing choices; excellent community schools; and varied recreational activities.