Local Industry Expanding

New Jobs in Albany Dougherty County

The Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission, together with Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, on October 21, announced the expansion of Outdoor Network in Albany, creating nearly $22 million in capital investment and 92 new jobs for the community.

The growth stems from the consolidation

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and expansion of the company’s existing call center and distribution headquarters in Albany-Dougherty County, as well as the location of an advanced manufacturing operation producing 125-200 HP diesel outboard engines for OXE Diesel.

“Outdoor Network’s continual growth in Georgia is a testament to our pro-business environment, robust logistics network, and highly skilled workforce – all of which help support the state’s manufacturing and distribution industries,” said Governor Kemp. “Our world-class economic development team remains dedicated to creating jobs for hardworking Georgians in rural Georgia, and we look forward to seeing the opportunities this creates in Albany and throughout the region.”

Headquartered in Albany, Outdoor Network has emerged as an international powerhouse dealer and distributor of marine and powersports equipment and parts, supplying renowned brands including Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Polaris, Suzuki, Can-Am, Mercury, Sea Doo, Evinrude and OXE Marine Diesel Outboards.

Of the 92 new jobs, 52 will be created at the distribution and call center to be consolidated and expanded at 1601 South Slappey Boulevard - formerly the original site of MacGregor Golf, which has sat privately owned, but vacant, for more than 20 years. The new manufacturing operation of OXE diesel outboard motors will generate an additional 40 manufacturing jobs.

Outdoor Network first located to Albany-Dougherty County in 2012 with its distribution center and has since created over 230 jobs and generated over $4 million in sales tax revenue for Dougherty County and the state of Georgia.

"Congratulations to Chamber member Outdoor Network on its decision to expand operations in Albany, taking full advantage of the community’s skilled work force, transportation infrastructure and competitive business costs, and its reputation as a manufacturing, call center and distribution hub," said Bárbara Rivera Holmes, president and CEO of the Albany Area Chamber.