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EDPNC
03/10/2023

Spending by Productions in N.C. Tops $258 Million in 2022, New Projects Kick Off 2023

Filmmakers spent more than $258 million on productions in North Carolina last year, the sixth highest year-end total since 2000, when the state started offering incentives to support the state’s film industry. “North Carolina continues to attract great film, television, and streaming projects that bring good jobs to our state,” said Governor Roy Cooper. “Last year,…
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EDPNC
03/07/2023

Governor Cooper Announces 500 New Jobs as Siemens Mobility Selects Davidson County for Major East Coast Manufacturing Center

Siemens Mobility, Inc., the global manufacturer of rail transportation vehicles and control systems, will build a major advanced manufacturing and rail services center in Davidson County, creating 506 jobs. The company will invest $220 million in Lexington, creating a new carbon neutral facility that will serve the company’s East Coast markets. “Leading global companies like…
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EDPNC
03/02/2023

Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina Welcomes New Investor Relations Director

The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) today announced Liz Scruggs as its new director of investor relations. In this role, Scruggs will actively lead the strategic direction of the EDPNC Investor Relations program by focusing on developing, sustaining and deepening relationships with investors through innovative programming to increase private investment in the mission…
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EDPNC
03/01/2023

N.C. Department of Commerce and the Danish Energy Agency Sign Agreement to Cooperate on the Responsible Development of Offshore Wind Energy

North Carolina entered an international agreement to access new resources and expertise from the nation that built the world’s first offshore wind farm, advancing North Carolina’s development of a clean energy economy. North Carolina Secretary of Commerce Machelle Baker Sanders and Director General Kristoffer Bottzauw of the Danish Energy Agency signed the Memorandum of Understanding between the…
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EDPNC
02/28/2023

Packaging Manufacturer to Build New Facility in Archdale with $32 Million Investment

Axium Packaging, a manufacturer of packaging and containers, will create 118 jobs in Randolph County over the next three years. The company will invest $32 million to build a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the City of Archdale. “Axium’s choice to come to Randolph County and join North Carolina’s manufacturing community underscores our reputation as the…
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EDPNC
02/23/2023

UPS to Create 98 Jobs with $12 Million Investment at New Local Distribution Center in the Town of Holly Ridge

Global integrated logistics solutions provider, UPS [NYSE: UPS], will create 98 new jobs in Onslow County and will invest more than $12.3 million to locate a distribution facility in the southeast portion of the state in the Town of Holly Ridge. “The decision by UPS to expand in eastern North Carolina is a tribute to our…
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EDPNC
02/22/2023

High Tech French Company Selects Henderson County for its North American Headquarters

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. “With a shared vision for sustainability, we are delighted to welcome Tageos to Henderson County, North Carolina,” Governor Cooper said. “High tech companies like…
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EDPNC
02/16/2023

Rural Infrastructure Authority Approves 14 Grants to Rural Communities to Create 324 Jobs and Over $31.5M in Private Investment

The North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved 14 grant requests to local governments totaling $6,644,500. These grants are for projects that have committed to creating 324 new jobs and will attract more than $31.5 million in private investment. The Building Reuse Program provides grants to local governments to renovate vacant buildings, renovate and/or expand buildings occupied by…
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EDPNC
02/08/2023

Governor Cooper, EDPNC Recognize Seven Companies for Export Excellence

Seven North Carolina companies today were recognized at the 2022 Governor’s Export Awards for their growing sales success in international markets. These companies range from tactical components to bicycle wheel manufacturing and textile machinery. “Last year, North Carolina was able to export more than $40 billion in goods and services to more than 200 countries,…
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EDPNC
02/07/2023

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Manufacturer Announces 300 New Jobs and $41M Investment for New Production Facility in North Carolina

Kempower, Inc., a European manufacturer of fast electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and solutions, announced it will invest $41 million for a new production facility in North Carolina, creating 300 jobs in Durham County. “We are pleased Kempower is investing in North Carolina and joining the family of other high-profile EV and battery manufacturers in…
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EDPNC
01/12/2023

EDPNC Releases Report Documenting the State of the Clean Energy Industry in North Carolina

The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) today released its latest report, North Carolina: Leading the Charge to a Clean Energy Future, outlining the state’s clean energy history, the state’s current efforts in the industry and what the future looks like for the clean energy industry and economic development in North Carolina. This comprehensive…
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EDPNC
01/04/2023

Business Facilities Ranks North Carolina 2022 State of the Year

North Carolina has been named 2022 State of the Year by Business Facilities for the state’s successful year in project announcements, capital investment and job creation. This is the second time North Carolina has been awarded this accolade since 2007 when the magazine’s highest state honor began. The state previously won in 2020. “A succinct…
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