Dollar General Builds Cold Storage Facility in Sacramento, California

Area Development News Desk (08/10/2020)

Dollar General will continue expansion of its nationwide network of distribution centers with the building of a DG Fresh cold storage facility in West Sacramento, California.

Highway Transport Opens Service & Training Center in Geismar, Louisiana

Area Development News Desk (08/10/2020)

A Tennessee-based company providing bulk transportation of specialty chemicals, Highway Transport opened its $12.5 million flagship service center in Geismar, Louisiana.

Canada-Based Prepac Manufacturing Chooses Whitsett, North Carolina, for Furniture Factory

Area Development News Desk (08/10/2020)

Canada-based Prepac Manufacturing Ltd., a North American manufacturer of Ready-to-Assemble furniture will invest $27.1 million to locate its new 260,000 square foot east coast furniture factory in Whitsett, North Carolina. The company plans to create 201 jobs in Guilford County.

Domtar Invests up to $350 Million to Convert Kingsport, Tennessee, Paper Plant

Area Development News Desk (08/10/2020)

A leading provider of a wide variety of fiber-based products including; communication, specialty packaging papers, and market pulp, Domtar will invest up to $300 million to convert its manufacturing operations, from uncoated freesheet to containerboard production, in Kingsport, Tennessee.

Imperial Dade Opens Franklin, Massachusetts, Warehouse Hub

Area Development News Desk (08/10/2020)

Imperial Dade, a leading distributor of foodservice packaging and janitorial supplies, opened a new warehouse facility in Franklin, Massachusetts. The project is part of its latest move to optimize its geographic footprint across the country.

Ice Cream Manufacturer Dippin' Dots Opens Cryogenics Facility in Paducah, Kentucky

Area Development News Desk (08/10/2020)

Dippin' Dots, the nation's leading flash-frozen beaded ice cream company, opened its new manufacturing facility in Paducah, Kentucky. The $3.2 million project has been under construction for the past nine months and will add 45 new jobs once operating at full capacity.

Dollar General Plans Walton, Kentucky Distribution Center and Bowling Green Cold Storage Hub

Area Development News Desk (08/07/2020)

Dollar General plans to expand its operations in the Bluegrass State adding a distribution center in Walton and its DG Fresh cold storage facility in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

Dutch-Based GNT USA Selects Gastonia, North Carolina, for Food Processing Operation

Area Development News Desk (08/07/2020)

Netherlands-based GNT USA, Inc. agreed to purchase approximately 49.24 acres at Apple Creek Corporate Center in Gastonia, North Carolina. The company plans to construct a $30 million food processing operation.

Urban Outfitters’ Plans Major Distribution Hub in Wyandotte County, Kansas

Area Development News Desk (08/07/2020)

Urban Outfitters’ Inc. plans a new 880,000-square-foot omni-channel distribution center on ancillary land at Kansas Speedway in Wyandotte County, Kansas.

World Cat Chooses Greenville, North Carolina, for Manufacturing Plant

Area Development News Desk (08/07/2020)

World Cat, a manufacturer of outboard power catamarans for recreational boaters worldwide, will invest $8,879,000 to expand its operations with a new production facility in Greenville, North Carolina. The company plans to add 60 jobs Pitt County.

Dollar General Expands Operations with DG Fresh Facility in Ardmore, Oklahoma

Area Development News Desk (08/07/2020)

Dollar General is expanding its operations with the addition of its DG Fresh facility in Ardmore, Oklahoma.

Select Products Holdings Plans Henderson, North Carolina, Manufacturing Complex

Area Development News Desk (08/06/2020)

Select Products Holdings, a manufacturer of tissue products, will invest $4 million and create 73 jobs at its new manufacturing center in Vance County, North Carolina.

May Mobility Expands Operations at Ann Arbor, Michigan, Headquarters

Area Development News Desk (08/06/2020)

May Mobility, a global developer of autonomous shuttles, plans to expand its production and manufacturing complex in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The project will receive support from the Michigan Strategic Fund.

Dollar General Opens DG Fresh Cold Storage Facility in Montgomery, Alabama

Area Development News Desk (08/06/2020)

Retailer Dollar General opened a 450,000-square-foot DG Fresh cold storage facility in Montgomery, Alabama. The $26 million project is expected create 65 jobs.

Engineered Medical Systems Expands Manufacturing in Bartlett, Tennessee

Area Development News Desk (08/06/2020)

Engineered Medical Systems, the medical device manufacturer, will invest $13.3 million and create 60 new jobs over the next five years to increase manufacturing capacity in Bartlett, Tennessee.

Germany-Based Continental Expands Operations at Auburn, Indiana, Manufacturing Campus

Area Development News Desk (08/06/2020)

Germany-based Continental, a manufacturer and distributor of rubber products for a variety of applications, plans to invest more than $4 million to expand its ContiTech Vibration Control business unit, renovating and equipping a facility in DeKalb County, Indiana.

Amazon Expands with Temple Terrace, Florida, Fulfillment Station & Lutz Delivery Hub

Area Development News Desk (08/06/2020)

Amazon.com, Inc. plans to launch a new, state-of-the-art Amazon fulfillment center in Temple Terrace, Florida.

SIMCOM International Expands Operations with World Headquarters in Orlando, Florida

Area Development News Desk (08/05/2020)

SIMCOM International, Inc., a provider of pilot and maintenance training across a variety of general aviation, business, and commercial aircraft types, will invest $109 million to expand operations and build its worldwide headquarters in Orlando, Florida.

The Home Depot Plans Three Atlanta, Georgia, Distribution Hubs

Area Development News Desk (08/05/2020)

The Home Depot will open three new distribution centers in Atlanta over the next 18 months to support the growing demand for flexible delivery and pick-up options for Pro and DIY customers. The expansion is projected to create approximately 1,000 jobs in Georgia.

Servpac Opens MTP Data Center in Oahu, Hawaii

Area Development News Desk (08/04/2020)

A company that provides next-generation cloud computing, data colocation, managed services, dedicated fiber internet and VoIP telephone solutions, Servpac Inc. opened its 30,000 sq. ft. MTP Data Center in Mililani, Hawaii.

New Mexico Provides Loan Incentives to Assist Four Albuquerque Manufacturers

Area Development News Desk (08/04/2020)

New Mexico approved another round of no-interest loans from its LEDA fund to assist in the expansion of four companies in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Shutterfly Expands Production Center in Galion, Ohio

Area Development News Desk (08/03/2020)

Shutterfly, a leading retailer and manufacturing platform for personalized products and communications, will invest more than $23.2 million over three years to enhance production at its facility in Galion, Ohio.

Lockheed Martin Expands Manufacturing at TexAmericas Center in Texarkana, Texas

Area Development News Desk (08/03/2020)

As part of a $77 million contract with the U.S. Army, Lockheed Martin will expand operations into a 218,857-square-foot building at the TexAmericas Center in Texarkana, Texas. The project is in support of a public/private partnership contract with the Red River Army Depot.

General Mills Plans Major Expansion of Wellston, Ohio, Production Plant

Area Development News Desk (08/03/2020)

General Mills, a leading global food company, will undertake a major expansion of its production center in Wellston, Ohio. The company plans to create 900 jobs in the southeast part of the Buckeye State.

A.P. Deauville Relocates Headquarters & Manufacturing to Easton, Pennsylvania

Area Development News Desk (08/03/2020)

A.P. Deauville, a manufacturer of health and beauty products, will relocate its headquarters and manufacturing operations in New Jersey to Forks Township, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. The company will invest $16.7 million and is expected to ceate 105 new jobs in the Lehigh Valley region.

MFG Chemical Relocates Headquarters to Chattanooga, Tennessee

Area Development News Desk (07/31/2020)

MFG Chemical, a global leader in specialty and custom chemical manufacturing, relocates its corporate headquarters from Dalton, Georgia to nearby Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Tyson Food Completes Major Expansion at Plant in Union City, Tennessee

Area Development News Desk (07/31/2020)

Tyson Foods, Inc. completed an $87.6 million expansion at its existing operations in Union City, Tennessee.

Intelligent Lifecycle Solutions Locates Operations Center in Williston, South Carolina

Area Development News Desk (07/31/2020)

Intelligent Lifecycle Solutions, global innovators in electronic reuse and recycling solutions, will locate its electronic asset recovery and recycling operations center in Williston, South Carolina. The project is expected to create 40 new jobs.

Spain-Based Saica Group Selects Hamilton, Ohio for First U.S. Manufacturing Complex

Area Development News Desk (07/31/2020)

Saica Group, one of the largest European players in the development and production of recycled paper for corrugated packaging, is establishing its first North American facility near Cincinnati at Enterprise Park in Hamilton, Ohio.

Bright Health Plan Selects Tempe, Arizona for Contact Center

Area Development News Desk (07/31/2020)

Bright Health Plan, a consumer-focused health insurance and technology company, will expand with the opening of a new contact center in Tempe, Arizona.

Germany-based MAHLE Expands Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Operations

Area Development News Desk (07/30/2020)

A leading international automotive supplier based in Germany, MAHLE will expand its operations in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The project is expected to create 300 jobs.

Phillips Tube Group Invests $8.2 Million to Relocate in Richmond, Indiana

Area Development News Desk (07/30/2020)

Phillips Tube Group, a welded steel tube manufacturer, will invest $8.2 million to expand its manufacturing plant and relocate into the former Matthews International building in Richmond, Indiana. The company expects to hire 30 associates by 2024.

Menards Selects Ravenna, Ohio for Manufacturing & Warehouse Hub

Area Development News Desk (07/30/2020)

Menard Inc., a privately-held company owning the nation’s third-largest home improvement chain, plans to repurpose and build a 260,000 square foot manufacturing and warehouse/distribution center on 62 acres in Ravenna, Ohio. The company expects to hire 90 new employees to staff this facility.

International Gourmet Foods Locates Headquarters in Prince William County, Virginia

Area Development News Desk (07/29/2020)

A leading wholesale distributor of gourmet specialty products, International Gourmet Foods, Inc. will invest $15.6 million to establish a new headquarters in Prince William County, Virginia. The project is expected to bring 169 new jobs.

NTS Expands Environmental Testing Operations at Fullerton, California, Complex

Area Development News Desk (07/29/2020)

NTS, a leader in testing, inspection, and certification solutions in North America, invested $500,000 to expand its environmental testing capabilities at its laboratory in Fullerton, California.

Bridgewater Interiors Increases Operations at Detroit and Delta Township, Michigan, Plants

Area Development News Desk (07/29/2020)

Bridgewater Interiors, an automotive seating manufacturing company, plans to increase operational capacity primarily at plants Detroit and Delta Township, Michigan.

Ireland-Based Ornua Plans $10 Million Expansion at Hilbert, Wisconsin, Cheese Plant

Area Development News Desk (07/28/2020)

Ornua, Ireland’s largest premium dairy cooperative, will make a $10 million investment and major expansion of its North America division with the upgrading of its cheese production center in Hilbert, Wisconsin.

Eastman Kodak Company Launches Kodak Pharmaceuticals in Rochester, New York and St. Paul, Minnesota

Area Development News Desk (07/28/2020)

Eastman Kodak Company will expand operations with the launch of Kodak Pharmaceuticals, a new arm of the company that will produce critical pharmaceutical components, at its manufacturing plants in Rochester, New York and St. Paul, Minnesota.

Nestlé Purina PetCare Expands Operations in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania

Area Development News Desk (07/28/2020)

Nestlé Purina PetCare, part of Swiss-based Nestlé S.A, will expand its operations in Cumberland County, hiring 94 employees and adding new processing and packaging lines to its location Hampden Township, Pennsylvania.

SchoolMint Relocates Headquarters & Operations Center to Lafayette, Louisiana

Area Development News Desk (07/28/2020)

SchoolMint, the education software company, will relocate its headquarters and consolidate its U.S. operations to Lafayette, Louisiana.