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Biomanufacturing, Auto Projects Bring 500+ Jobs To North Carolina
ProKidney will invest $485M in a new Guilford County biomanufacturing facility; Auction Direct will invest $2.9M in a Granville County vehicle reconditioning facility.
Rowan County, NC Earns ACT Work Ready Community Certification
As an ACT® WRC, Rowan County has demonstrated commitment to equipping workforce with skills required by employers. Plus, Bosch grows in Lincoln County.
Manufacturing Moves To Automation
With advances in technology the manufacturing industry has been able to grow exponentially.
Toyota To Assemble New Electric SUV In Kentucky Starting 2025
Toyota will invest $2.1 billion in a new plant in North Carolina to make batteries for the new SUV, battery production will also begin in 2025.
Ready Spaces In North Carolina’s Research Triangle Region
Communities in North Carolina’s Research Triangle Region have shored up their inventories of ready-to-go industrial sites and buildings.
FDI Activity Going Strong
For 11 consecutive years, the U.S. has ranked as top destination for foreign direct investment, and here’s a look at several hot spots across the nation.
Expansion Projects Energize North Carolina Economy
Energizer will invest $43M in an expansion of its Asheboro operations; alpitronic America plans a $18.3M U.S. HQ and tech service center in the Charlotte region.
National Science Foundation Awards $1M To First-Ever NSF Regional Innovation Engines
The National Science Foundation will provide the award to 44 unique teams spanning universities, nonprofits, businesses, and others towards creating local innovation ecosystems.
North Carolina’s Chung Accepts 2022 State Of The Year Award
Business Facilities recognizes outstanding business climate and economic development efforts with this annual award.
Historic Drexel Rail Site Readies For Its Next Chapter
When the Drexel Furniture factory left town in the late ’90s, it took crucial jobs and community support with it. Discover how the public power Town of Drexel is writing this 100-acre rail site’s next chapter.
eCommerce & Distribution Locations: Goods To Go
As the demand for eCommerce and distribution space continues, locations are building facilities and emphasizing their regional advantages.
International Companies Expand To North Carolina
North Carolina welcomes glass manufacturer Pilkington to Scotland County and environmental company EPCO Enviro to Iredell County.
Funding, Innovation Drive Life Sciences Success
Rapid growth and expanding boundaries propel location searches for companies in the life sciences industry at the forefront.
Cabinet, Textile Manufacturers To Create 250+ Jobs In North Carolina
Dura Supreme Cabinetry will expand and create over 200 jobs in Statesville; Tex-Tech Industries will add 49 new jobs in Winston-Salem.
Siemens Mobility Selects North Carolina For Manufacturing Center
Siemens Mobility, Inc. plans to build a major advanced manufacturing and rail services center in Davidson County, North Carolina.
Businesses Boom In North Carolina
With a noted business-friendly climate, North Carolina had a record-breaking year when it comes to capital investments in 2022.
North Carolina Offers The Total Package: 2022 State Of The Year
Throughout 2022, the Tar Heel State steadily attracted and retained business investment with its regional approach and world-class resources.
Top Utilities 2023: Powering Business
Utilities help keep economies growing: These Top Utilities of 2023 provide energy and play a vital role in the site selection process.
January / February 2023 Issue (Volume 56, Number 1)
Business Facilities' January / February 2023 issue features North Carolina, our 2022 State of the Year, along with winners of our Deal of the Year Awards. Plus, Top Utilities and more.
Pallidus Relocating Corporate HQ, Manufacturing Operations
Silicon carbide (SiC) wafer semiconductor manufacturer Pallidus will invest $443 million and create 405 new jobs in York County, SC in the Charlotte Region.