FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 11, 2025) – Kentucky’s maritime transportation and logistics sectors are poised for new growth as Hines Furlong Line (HFL) announced a major expansion of its operations in McCracken County. Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Thursday that the company will invest nearly $11 million to significantly scale its Paducah Operations Center, a move that will create 50 well-paying jobs for Kentuckians.

“One of Kentucky’s greatest assets is its natural resources and waterways, making our maritime transportation and logistics operations one of the best in the country,” Gov. Beshear said. “When quality companies like Hines Furlong Line choose to reinvest in themselves and their communities, it plays a critical role in propelling our state’s economy forward. This is a welcome investme

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