France Country Profile
As one of North Carolina’s top trading partners, French companies have come to America for many reasons, such as the state’s emphasis on innovation and...
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Tageos Selects Henderson County for Its North American HQ
Global RFID inlays and tags manufacturer, Tageos will create 64 new jobs and invest $19.25 million to establish its North American headquarters in the Town of Fletcher, located in Henderson County.
Learn MorebioMérieux Opens New Production Facility in Durham
bioMérieux, a world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics, is proud to announce the opening of a new production line at its Americas Headquarters in Durham, North Carolina.
Learn MoreFrench Investment by the Numbers
$439M
in Capital Investment from French Companies since 2013
$2.8B
in Goods Imported from France to North Carolina (2023)
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Honorary Counsels
4,565
French Immigrants Living in North Carolina
Strategic Location
With half of the American population within a day’s drive, North Carolina is strategically positioned in the middle of the United States’ East Coast. Four international airports and two deep seaports put many customers and suppliers within reach.
Speed to Market
You don’t have to navigate complicated tax structures or bureaucratic red tape to do business in North Carolina. We have a top business tax environment and are full of resources for all permitting, licensing, and other regulation questions.
Hub for Innovation
You’ll find North America’s largest research park and life sciences hub located in the Raleigh-Durham area, while Charlotte is the second largest financial center in the US. North Carolina is also known for its agriculture, food, and automotive manufacturing sectors.
Top Trading Partner
France is one of North Carolina’s top trading partners. In 2023, the state imported $2.8 billion in French goods and exported over $2 billion in goods to France. Top products include nuclear reactors and boilers, pharmaceuticals, and manufactured parts.
French Companies Prosper in NC
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Clean Energy White Paper
As the costs of fossil fuels rise to the highest levels in decades, businesses are seeking cost effective and sustainable energy solutions.
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Workforce Overview
North Carolina pioneered innovation in workforce, from the nation’s first public university to launching the first customized training program.
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Anders Victor
Senior Business Development Manager,
Europe and India
Luigi Mercuri
Managing Director,
Europe Investment Office
Michael Ritschl
Director, Europe Investment Office
