Progressive expanding in Meridian

JACKSON, Miss. - Progressive Pipeline announced Nov. 14 it is expanding its operations, and moving its headquarters, to Meridian. The project is a $5.143M corporate investment and will create 25 jobs. “East Mississippi is primed for economic growth with its ideal location, skilled workforce and support of local and regional officials who work together to help companies like Progressive Pipeline grow and create jobs in our state," Gov. Phil Bryant said. Progressive Pipeline provides complete construction services for the installation and maintenance of gas and liquid pipeline systems. The company's expansion is the result of its continued growth and success and need to acquire, refurbish or build a new facility to serve as its corporate HQ. Progressive Pipeline employs more than 300 workers in Mississippi. "Progressive is pleased that the East Mississippi Business Development Corporation, the city of Meridian, Lauderdale County and the Mississippi Development Authority came together as a team to support our goals and vision to locate and develop our new corporate headquarters in downtown Meridian," said Progressive Pipeline President Mike Castle, Jr. (Source: Meridian Star 11/15/19) https://www.meridianstar.com/news/local_news/progressive-pipeline-celebrates-plans-for-new-corporate-office-in-meridian/article_0e76e272-4893-56f9