INDIANAPOLIS, Ind – The Indianapolis Business Journal is reporting that Walmart Inc. will build a 2.2 million square foot distribution center in Hancock County.

The site is expected to serve as a hub for the retail giant’s e-commerce operations and will be one of the largest distribution centers in the country.

IBJ says that the facility is expected to feature 146 docks and parking for 1,985 cars and up to 916 trailers.

A cost of the project has not been made public.

Walmart also has distribution centers in Greencastle and Gas City.

Amazon announced in February plans to open a 680,000-square-foot distribution facility in Hancock County that will employ between 800 and 1,000 people.

 

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