Louisiana transformer manufacturing project will retain 637 jobs and increase production for industrial, renewable energy and digital infrastructure markets
SHREVEPORT, La. — GE Vernova Transformers Shreveport LLC will invest $34.5 million to expand its existing manufacturing facility in Shreveport, Louisiana, increasing transformer production and creating an expected 175 direct new jobs.
The company will also retain 637 existing positions. Louisiana Economic Development estimates the expansion will generate another 185 indirect jobs, bringing the project’s potential employment impact to 360 new job opportunities across Northwest Louisiana.
Expansion Will Increase Transformer Manufacturing Capacity
The project will take place at GE Vernova’s facility at 7000 W. Bert Kouns Industrial Loop. Planned improvements include new manufacturing equipment, process upgrades and supporting infrastructure across key production areas.
The investment will increase production of industrial and renewable energy transformers, including equipment serving digital factories and battery energy storage applications.
Engineering and equipment procurement are underway. Installation is expected to continue through 2027, with production reaching full capacity in 2028.
“Electricity demand is growing, and transformers are part of the critical grid equipment essential to delivering the power our customers and modern economies depend on,” said Philippe Piron, CEO of GE Vernova’s Electrification segment.
Piron said the investment builds on more than five decades of manufacturing expertise in Shreveport while supporting customers as they expand and modernize electrical infrastructure.
Investment Builds on Decades of Shreveport Manufacturing
General Electric broke ground on the Shreveport facility in 1969, and transformer production began in 1970.
The 500,000-square-foot operation has continued to add products and manufacturing capabilities as technology and customer requirements have evolved.
“Louisiana’s economic momentum is creating new demand across our economy, and we want the companies already invested in our state to be positioned to capture that growth,” said LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois. “GE Vernova’s expansion strengthens that foundation in Shreveport, supporting long-term job growth and creating more opportunities for Louisiana workers.”
Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux said the project reflects the strength of the city’s skilled workforce and the value of collaboration with state economic development partners.
Louisiana Offers Performance-Based Support
Louisiana offered GE Vernova Transformers Shreveport LLC an incentives package that includes a $300,000 performance-based grant for site and infrastructure improvements.
The company is also expected to participate in the state’s Quality Jobs and Industrial Tax Exemption programs.
North Louisiana Economic Partnership President and CEO Justyn Dixon said the expansion demonstrates the company’s confidence in the region’s ability to support its future manufacturing needs.
Louisiana businesses interested in contract and vendor opportunities associated with development projects statewide can register at SourceLouisiana.com.
About GE Vernova
GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a global energy company operating through its Power, Electrification and Wind segments, supported by accelerator businesses.
Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company employs approximately 85,000 people across about 100 countries. Its technologies support electricity generation and delivery while helping customers advance energy reliability, affordability and decarbonization.
Learn more at gevernova.com.
About Louisiana Economic Development
Louisiana Economic Development works to attract capital investment, create jobs and expand economic opportunity for Louisiana residents and businesses of all sizes.
Learn more at OpportunityLouisiana.com.
