Virginia Port Authority

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

Manufacturing

Scholle IPN Packaging Investing $10M In Virginia

March 14, 2019

The sustainable packaging solutions manufacturer will expand its facility in Smyth County, VA, creating 42 new jobs.

Capital Investment

Emser Tile To Invest $16.25M In Virginia

February 12, 2016

Emser Tile will invest $16.25 million to establish a new East Coast distribution center in CenterPoint Intermodal Center in the City of Suffolk, VA.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Topeka, Kansas

February 12, 2018

With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more.

Featured Location Videos

Economic Development

The North Eastern Strategic Alliance | Put Success In Your Corner

January 2, 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

DuPont Investing $200M In Ohio Expansion

Advanced Manufacturing March 19, 2019

DuPont is expanding its plant in Circleville, OH, investing in its Kapton® film production capabilities and creating 46 jobs.

PDI Opens New Global HQ In New Jersey

Biotech & Pharma March 18, 2019

The healthcare and infection prevention company's new Bergen County, NJ headquarters includes a new state-of-the-art lab and innovation center.

Brexit Brings 70 Companies To Ireland

International March 18, 2019

Since the UK’s EU referendum in June 2016, individual investments related to Brexit have brought more than 5,000 jobs to Ireland, according to IDA Ireland.

Toyota Ramps Up U.S. Investment

Automotive March 15, 2019

By 2021, Toyota will now invest nearly $13 billion in its U.S. operations with plans to add nearly 600 new jobs at American manufacturing plants

DENSO Investing $9.5M In New Indiana Distribution Center

Logistics & Distribution March 14, 2019

The Japan-based mobility supplier will open a new distribution center in Jeffersonville, IN, creating up to 50 new jobs by 2023.

Brexit Brings 70 Companies To Ireland

International March 18, 2019

Since the UK’s EU referendum in June 2016, individual investments related to Brexit have brought more than 5,000 jobs to Ireland, according to IDA Ireland.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

One Out Of Seven People Don’t Feel Safe At Work March 19, 2019
Workplace violence is on the rise, and new SHRM data demonstrates need for more workplace violence education, prevention, and training. - Read: One Out Of Seven People Don’t Feel Safe At Work at FacilityExecutive.com.
Top 10 Custodian Of The Year Finalists Named March 19, 2019
It's time to cast your vote for your favorite school custodian in the Cintas 2019 Custodian of the Year Contest! - Read: Top 10 Custodian Of The Year Finalists Named at FacilityExecutive.com.
Whole Foods Market Participates In CA DRAM Energy Program March 19, 2019
The grocery store chain will employ energy storage in three northern California locations to reduce energy consumption and benefit from financial incentives through the state’s Demand Response Auction Mechanism (DRAM) program. - Read: Whole Foods Market Participates In CA DRAM Energy Program at FacilityExecutive.com.

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