Press Releases
Jessica Englert named Assistant Secretary of N.C. Division of Workforce Solutions
Jessica Englert will become the North Carolina Commerce Department’s Assistant Secretary of the Division of Workforce Solutions (DWS), Commerce Secretary Anthony M. Copeland has announced.
North Carolina’s November Employment Figures Released
The state’s seasonally adjusted November unemployment rate was 3.8 percent, decreasing 0.2 of a percentage point from October’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.5 percent.
Aircraft Recycling Company Will Invest Nearly $100 Million at the N.C. Global TransPark Creating 475 Jobs
Aircraft Solutions USA Inc., a leader in managing aircraft at the end of their service life, will establish a new subsidiary at North Carolina’s Global TransPark to recycle aircraft parts and materials.
Automotive Supplier Cataler to Build Second Manufacturing Facility in North Carolina Bringing 151 Jobs to Hickory
Cataler North America Corporation, a major manufacturer of catalysts for automobiles and engines, will build a new manufacturing plant in Hickory, creating 151 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. Cataler will invest a minimum of $42 million in the project in Catawba County.
Microsoft to Create 500 New Jobs in Wake County
Microsoft Corp. (NYSE: MSFT), the global technology and software company, will create 500 new jobs in Wake County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $47.5 million to expand their operations in Morrisville.
Governor Cooper Announces $4 Million in Rural Infrastructure Grants
The North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) approved 12 grant requests to local governments totaling $4,113,122, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The requests include commitments to create a total of 473 jobs.
Design Firm Michael Aram, Inc. to Create 118 Jobs with New Logistics Operation in Wayne County
Michael Aram, Inc., an internationally renowned luxury design company offering a wide range of craft-based jewelry, tabletop and home furnishings, will create 118 jobs as it relocates a logistics center to Wayne County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.
Greek Battery Manufacturer to Invest $6.5 Million in Guilford County for their First North American Operation
Sunlight Batteries USA, an industrial battery manufacturer, member of the Greek multinational Group Olympia, will create 46 jobs in Guilford County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.
Biopharmaceutical Manufacturer Merck Expands Again in Wilson County with $57 Million Investment
Merck (NYSE: MRK), a leading global biopharmaceutical company, will invest $57 million and create 55 jobs in Wilson, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The expansion will establish a filling and packaging line for the company’s RotaTeq® vaccine.
Little Leaf Farms Will Create 100 Jobs and Build High-Tech Greenhouse Complex in Yancey County
A new wholly owned subsidiary of Little Leaf Farms, LLC, an innovative producer of fresh lettuce, will build a state-of-the-art greenhouse complex in Yancey County, creating up to 100 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest up to $86 million in Burnsville in a multi-pha
NC Commerce News
- Leading Gene Therapy Company to Invest Over $100 Million in Sanford
- Insurance Company to Expand Operations in Wayne County Creating 83 Jobs
- Concrete Manufacturer to Create 55 Jobs in Edgecombe County
- Fence Maker to Invest $1 Million in Edenton
- Governor Cooper Leads Roundtable on Economic Growth and North Carolina’s Growing Workforce Initiatives
