Indiana Governor Mike Braun joined Brian Murray, President and CEO of HarperCollins Publishers, today to celebrate the groundbreaking of HarperCollins’ 1.6 million-square-foot supply chain logistics facility. The event was also attended by leaders from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, the Town of Brownsburg, and HarperCollins.
The state-of-the-art facility, set to open in 2028, will utilize advanced warehouse technologies capable of shipping more than 300 million books annually to over 100 countries. The project is expected to create more than 400 full-time supply chain jobs and 375 construction jobs.
Governor Braun praised the project as a reflection of Indiana’s strong business environment.
“Indiana is proud to welcome HarperCollins Publishers to Brownsburg. Their investment is a testament to the strength of the Hoosier workforce and our strategic position as the crossroads of America,” said Braun. “Our commitment to creating a pro-growth business environment will continue to bring more well-paying jobs to Indiana.”
“We’re proud to welcome HarperCollins Publishers to Brownsburg,” said Town Council President Travis Tschaenn. “This project represents a major investment in our community and our state. It’s a powerful reminder that Indiana is a place where innovation, talent, and opportunity come together.”
HarperCollins, headquartered in New York, is the world’s second-largest trade publisher, with more than 200 years of history. Its catalog includes renowned authors such as Mark Twain, J.R.R. Tolkien, Zora Neale Hurston, and C.S. Lewis.
The project is being developed by Scannell Properties in partnership with Pepper Construction and Curran Architecture, with support from AES Indiana and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation.
“This facility represents a strategic investment in our customers, authors, and distribution strategy,” said Brian Murray. “The incentives provided by the state, town, and AES Indiana helped make this project in Brownsburg possible. Upon completion, it will be the most technologically advanced warehouse in the industry, positioning us for growth and the expansion of our third-party logistics services.”