Roanoke Regional Partnership

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. Roanoke Regional Partnership articles below.

Automotive

Metalsa Structural Products Investing $6.4M In Virginia

June 19, 2019

The Mexico-based automotive solutions company will create 25 new jobs with an expansion of its Roanoke manufacturing operations in Botetourt County, VA.

Manufacturing

Pratt Industries Investing $20M In Virginia

February 27, 2019

The company will create 50 jobs at its new packaging and shipping materials manufacturing operation in Botetourt County.

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Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Cape Coral – A Strategic Location

April 1, 2019

Ranked among the best places to live and do business, and located in the tax-friendly state of Florida, Cape Coral is a top contender for corporate relocations and business expansions for companies worldwide.

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Economic Development

The North Eastern Strategic Alliance | Put Success In Your Corner

September 4, 2019

Companies located in South Carolina’s Business Corner enjoy quick, easy access to both domestic and international markets, a plentiful and qualified workforce and it’s in a place where the cost of living and doing business are well below the national average. Learn more at www.nesasc.org.

Breaking News

McCall Farms Investing $50M In South Carolina Expansion

Agribusiness October 21, 2019

The producer of fresh canned vegetables and fruit will create 140 new jobs at its Florence County, SC operations.

Starting Up Is Big In Texas

State Focus October 21, 2019

No stranger to the top, the Lone Star State takes another number one from the other 49 in a new WalletHub report that ranks where to start a business.

AAM Opens Manufacturing Facility In Barcelona

Automotive October 18, 2019

The new facility will support demand and growth from new and current European customers including Renault, BMW, Daimler, Porsche, Audi and Ford.

Cargill To Invest $225M In Ohio

Agriculture October 17, 2019

The expanded soybean crush site in Sidney, OH will benefit local farmers and global consumers.

Global Track Manufacturing To Create 250 Jobs In Tennessee

Manufacturing October 15, 2019

The company has established its first U.S. operations in the former Tower Automotive facility in Milan, TN, and expects to start production next summer.

Spartan Motors Creating 308 Jobs In South Carolina

Automotive October 16, 2019

The specialty vehicle manufacturer will invest $1.15 million to launch operations in Charleston County, SC.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

3 Fire And Life Safety Products To Overcome Challenging Installations October 21, 2019
When designing and installing a fire and life safety system a variety of challenges can exist. Here are 3 innovative products that meet the demands of these difficult applications. - Read: 3 Fire And Life Safety Products To Overcome Challenging Installations at FacilityExecutive.com.
Davies Office Founder Recognized For Remanufacturing Efforts October 21, 2019
Bill Davies received the 2019 Remanufacturing ACE Award from the Remanufacturing Industries Council (RIC) during its World Remanufacturing Conference earlier this month. - Read: Davies Office Founder Recognized For Remanufacturing Efforts at FacilityExecutive.com.
thyssenkrupp Launches Robotics Interface Platform October 21, 2019
Incorporating the elevator interface with delivery robots allows them to move freely throughout hotels, hospitals and other buildings. - Read: thyssenkrupp Launches Robotics Interface Platform at FacilityExecutive.com.

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