Gulf Coast JCB Celebrates New Dealership Grand Opening
New dealership marks continued investment and expands support across the Gulf Coast region.
Baton Rouge, LA - May 9, 2026 - Gulf Coast JCB celebrated the grand opening of its new full service dealership with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The new dealership reinforces JCB’s accelerating investment in North America and its commitment to building a stronger, more capable dealer network for the future.
“This is an exciting time for JCB as we continue to invest in our future across North America,” said Richard Fox-Marrs, president and CEO of JCB North America. “The opening of Gulf Coast JCB is a testament to that commitment, strengthening our dealer network and ensuring customers in this important region have access to the equipment, service and support they need to succeed.”
The event welcomed customers, local officials and industry partners to celebrate the opening of a facility designed to enhance equipment sales, parts and service across the Gulf Coast region. Attendees participated in the ribbon cutting ceremony, toured the new facility and experienced live equipment demonstrations that showcased JCB’s innovation and performance.
Driving Growth Across the Gulf Coast
As a cornerstone of the Baton Rouge and New Orleans heavy equipment community, Gulf Coast JCB represents a significant step forward in expanding access to JCB equipment and expertise in a region experiencing strong growth in construction, infrastructure and agriculture. With increased parts inventory, responsive service capabilities and a dedicated local team, the dealership is positioned to improve uptime and deliver faster, more reliable support.
“Our grand opening represents a major milestone for our team and our customers,” said Steve Brown, General Manager, Gulf Coast JCB. “We are proud to bring a new level of service, responsiveness and commitment to this region. Our focus is on building long term partnerships and delivering the solutions our customers need to keep moving forward.”
Backed by JCB’s global strength, Gulf Coast JCB delivers high-performing equipment while maintaining a strong focus on accountability, service and long term customer success. The facility is designed to support a wide range of applications, from compact equipment to heavy line machines, helping customers improve productivity and efficiency on every jobsite.
Expanding Support in Key U.S. Markets
This grand opening is one of several significant investments taking shape across North America, reflecting JCB’s growing momentum and long term commitment to expanding its presence in key markets. Continued investment in facilities, manufacturing and dealer development is strengthening support for customers, with growth across Texas, the Southeast and the Midwest driving expanded dealer coverage and increased access to equipment, parts and service.
“We are excited to be part of JCB’s continued growth across North America and to bring that momentum to our customers here on the Gulf Coast,”said Chandler Cleveland, Dealer Principal, Gulf Coast JCB. “Our team is ready to deliver the equipment, service and support this region needs, and we look forward to serving our customers for years to come.”
For more information, visit https://gulfcoastjcb.com/.