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Indian Companies Are Expanding to North Carolina

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Top State for Business (CNBC, 2025)

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North Carolina has 2 Deepwater Ports

#1

Largest Manufacturing Workforce in the Southeast US (Lightcast, 2025)

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Why Indian Companies Should Invest in
North Carolina
 

North Carolina’s infrastructure, location, and business-friendly environment have made it a prime destination for Indian companies to establish themselves in the United States. Indian businesses benefit from North Carolina’s central East Coast location, providing strategic access to major US markets through excellent highway networks, international airports, and deep seaports. The state’s world-class research universities and skilled workforce create ideal conditions for innovation-driven companies, while established Indian firms like Bharat Forge Aluminum USA, Inc., Accord Biopharma, Inc., and Infosys demonstrate the state’s proven track record for supporting Indian business success in America.

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Gobal Battery Material Manufacturer Epsilon Invests $649.9M in North Carolina

Epsilon Advanced Materials, a global provider of synthetic graphite used in electric vehicle batteries, announced it will invest $649.9 million in a new manufacturing facility outside of Wilmington.

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Bharat Forge Invests $127M in Sanford

Bharat Forge America, Inc. will build an aluminum forging plant to manufacture automobile components in Lee County, creating 304 jobs. The company will invest $127.3 million in Sanford.

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Indian Investment by the Numbers

$1B+
in Capital Investment Since 2014
5,900+
New Jobs Since 2014
53
Indian Firms in North Carolina
90,351
Indian Immigrants Live in North Carolina
2.25%
Income Tax Rate – The Lowest Among Any State Which Collects This Tax
Top 5
State for Foreign Direct Investment Projects

Bharat Forge Establishes First Location in NC

Bharat Forge, an aluminum forging and automotive manufacturer, speaks on how the EDPNC has supported the establishment of their first facility in North Carolina.

With experienced business managers in North Carolina and across the globe, the EDPNC serves as your dedicated partner, guiding you through every step—from selecting the perfect site to completing your new facility.

Indian Investment in North Carolina

Since 2014, Indian companies such as Infosys, Bharat Forge America, Pisgah Laboratories (Ipca Laboratories), and Epsilon Advanced Materials have operated in North Carolina, creating over 5,900 new jobs and over $1 billion in capital investment.

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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.

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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.

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Largest Manufacturing Workforce

Particularly skilled in automotive, electric vehicle, machinery, furniture, textile, and food processing, North Carolina’s 58 community colleges provide premier technical education contributing to the largest manufacturing workforce in the Southeast US.

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Indian Companies Prosper in North Carolina

Some prominent Indian companies that have already established themselves in this state include:

Bharat Forge

Accord

Aurobindo

ELGi

Infosys

Colourtex

We’re proud to have North Carolina at the focal point of our US manufacturing strategy, with its favorable location, business supportive policies, and availability of a skilled talent pool.

FAQs

  • What are the best US states for Indian companies to establish manufacturing operations?

    North Carolina stands out as an exceptional choice for Indian companies looking to establish manufacturing operations in the United States. The state’s robust infrastructure, strategic East Coast location, and strong commitment to the manufacturing industry create an ideal environment for Indian businesses entering the US market. 

    North Carolina offers key advantages including well-developed transportation networks and ports, established supply chains and industry clusters, and a skilled workforce pipeline from universities and technical colleges. Many Indian companies have already chosen North Carolina as their US manufacturing base, drawn by these competitive advantages and the state’s proven track record of supporting international manufacturers.

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  • Which Indian companies have operations in North Carolina?

    Since 2014, Indian companies have created more than 5,900 new jobs and invested over $1 billion in North Carolina. Some notable Indian companies with operations in North Carolina include Bharat Forge, Accord, Aurobindo, Infosys, Colourtex, and more.

  • How can Indian businesses get support when establishing operations in North Carolina?

    Indian companies looking to expand in the United States will receive customized, end-to-end support through North Carolina. Our team works directly with your company to understand your goals and connect you with statewide resources and partners through every step of the business relocation process—from site selection and workforce solutions to incentives, regulatory guidance, and local market insights.  

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Nathaniel Dick

Nathaniel Dick

Senior Business Development Manager
Asia & Oceania
Rahul Padmanabha

Rahul Padmanabha

Director of Investment, India Office