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Drylock Technologies to Create 113 Jobs, Invest $26.9 million in Reidsville
Read more Drylock Technologies to Create 113 Jobs, Invest $26.9 million in ReidsvilleDrylock Technologies, a leading manufacturer of hygiene products, will invest more than $26.9 million to establish its first U.S. baby care production facility and create 113 new jobs in Rockingham County. Based in Belgium, Drylock Technologies has produced private label absorbent baby, feminine, and adult care hygiene products for more than a decade with nine […]
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Kyowa Kirin to Create 102 Jobs, Invest $200 million in Lee County
Read more Kyowa Kirin to Create 102 Jobs, Invest $200 million in Lee CountyKyowa Kirin, a global specialty pharmaceutical company headquartered in Japan, will invest $200 million to establish a new pharmaceutical manufacturing complex in Lee County, creating 102 new jobs. The new complex in Sanford will serve as a Center of Excellence to support the manufacturing of biologic products for targeted clinical and commercial use, expand the […]
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Andrews High School Hosts Aviation Career Day
Read more Andrews High School Hosts Aviation Career DayAndrews High School hosted an Aviation Career Day for middle school students from Guilford County to learn more about the different career opportunities in aviation. Students could participate in hands-on activities, such as flight simulators and drones, and interact with representatives from the Piedmont Triad’s largest employers in aviation including Boeing, Honda Jet, HAECO and […]
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Dai Nippon Printing Co. to Bring 352 Jobs to Davidson County
Read more Dai Nippon Printing Co. to Bring 352 Jobs to Davidson CountyDai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP), a lithium-ion battery pouch manufacturer, will create 352 new jobs in Davidson County. The company will invest $233 million to build its first U.S. advanced manufacturing facility in the City of Linwood. DNP manufactures lithium-ion battery pouches for electric vehicles. The durable yet soft, flexible plastic packaging material will […]
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Toyota to Invest an Additional $8 Billion; Create an Additional 3,000 Jobs
Read more Toyota to Invest an Additional $8 Billion; Create an Additional 3,000 JobsToyota will invest an additional $8 billion in its first North American electric vehicle battery manufacturing facility, adding another 3,000 jobs. The project, called “Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina” was initially a $1.29 billion investment announced in 2021 with expansions in 2022 and 2023 and is now valued at $13.9 billion. The project will create […]
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Siemens Mobility, Inc. to Build in Davidson County, Create 506 Jobs and Invest $220 Million
Read more Siemens Mobility, Inc. to Build in Davidson County, Create 506 Jobs and Invest $220 MillionSiemens Mobility, Inc., 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. Siemens Mobility’s advanced manufacturing center […]
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STERIS to Create 335 Jobs; Invest $600 Million in Sanford
Read more STERIS to Create 335 Jobs; Invest $600 Million in SanfordSTERIS plc (NYSE: STE), a leading health care company, will create 335 jobs in Lee County. The company will invest $600 million in a new manufacturing and distribution Chemistries Manufacturing Center of Excellence in the city of Sanford. Founded in 1985, STERIS is a global provider of products and services that support patient care with […]
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PGA Stars on the Wyndham Championship Field in Greensboro
Read more PGA Stars on the Wyndham Championship Field in GreensboroFounded in 1938, the Wyndham Championship is the seventh-oldest event on the PGA Tour, excluding the majors. As the last tournament of the regular season, it sets the 70-player field for the FedEx Cup Playoffs. The annual contest is held on the Donald Ross-designed golf course at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, NC. Justin Thomas, […]
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Skyeton to Invest $3.1 Million, Create 32 Jobs in Fayetteville
Read more Skyeton to Invest $3.1 Million, Create 32 Jobs in FayettevilleSkyeton, Inc., a manufacturer of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), will create 162 new jobs in Cumberland County. The company will invest more than $3.1 million in Fayetteville to establish its first flagship manufacturing operation in the United States. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Skyeton, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Skyeton Holdings, a global manufacturer of […]
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Canadian ATV Manufacturer, Swamp Rider Chooses High Point; Invests $2.4 Million, Creates 60 Jobs
Read more Canadian ATV Manufacturer, Swamp Rider Chooses High Point; Invests $2.4 Million, Creates 60 JobsSwamp Rider, a Canadian manufacturer of amphibious all-terrain and utility task vehicles, will establish its first U.S. manufacturing facility in High Point. The company will invest $2.4 million in personal property and renovations and create 60 jobs over five years at 1908 Nugget Dr, High Point. Founded in Winnipeg, Canada, Swamp Rider produces specialized vehicles […]
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Dobson: A Hidden Gem for Wine Lovers
Read more Dobson: A Hidden Gem for Wine LoversOenophiles should head to the gorgeous Yadkin Valley—which boasts over 250 wineries and vineyards hidden within its rolling mountains—and stay in Dobson. This charmingly inviting winery town in North Carolina promises visitors drinks, food, and views galore. Although the Yadkin Valley has many towns that are worth visiting, Dobson is the birthplace of its wine […]
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Supreme Nonwoven Inc. to Invest $25.8 Million, Create 50 Jobs in Davidson County
Read more Supreme Nonwoven Inc. to Invest $25.8 Million, Create 50 Jobs in Davidson CountySupreme Nonwoven Inc., a leading manufacturer of advanced nonwoven materials and products, will create 50 new jobs in Davidson County. The company will invest $25.8 million to establish its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Lexington. Supreme Nonwoven Inc. is a subsidiary of Supreme Group, headquartered in India. The new facility in Lexington will be more […]