The company is expected to create 175 new direct jobs while retaining 637 current positions. Louisiana Economic Development estimates the project will result in an additional 185 indirect new jobs, for a total of 360 potential new job opportunities in the Northwest Region.
“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,” LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois said.
“GE Vernova’s expansion strengthens that foundation in Shreveport, supporting long-term job growth and creating more opportunities for Louisiana workers.”
The expansion will take place at GE Vernova Transformers’ existing facility at 7000 W. Bert Kouns Industrial Loop in Shreveport and will include new manufacturing equipment, process improvements, and supporting infrastructure across key production areas.
Once complete, the upgrades are expected to increase production of industrial and renewable energy transformers, including those serving digital factories and battery energy storage applications.
General Electric broke ground on the Shreveport facility in 1969, with transformer production beginning the following year. Over more than five decades, the 500,000-square-foot operation has continued to evolve, adding new products and manufacturing capabilities as technology and customer needs have changed.
“Shreveport is proud to support this $34.5 million expansion, which will create 175 new jobs and retain 637 positions,” Mayor Tom Arceneaux said.
“This investment reflects the strength of Shreveport’s skilled workforce, and we appreciate our partnership with Louisiana Economic Development and the assistance provided through the $300,000 performance‑based grant. Together, we’re building sustained economic opportunity for our community.”
Engineering and equipment procurement are underway, with installation expected to continue through the end of 2026 and throughout 2027. Production is expected to reach full capacity in 2028.
To secure the project in Shreveport, the state of Louisiana offered GE Vernova Transformers Shreveport LLC a competitive 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.