Press Releases

Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Rep. Daniel F. McComas, a Republican from New Hanover County, will be named chairman of the North Carolina State Ports Authority.  McComas will resign his house seat effective Sept. 2, to take the new position.   “The ports are a critical component to the economy of North Carolina,” said Gov. Bev Perdue. “Rep. McComas’ appointment demonstrates my commitment to the continued success and growth of the North Carolina State Ports Authority. I want the best person in the job, no matter what side of the aisle he or she sits on.”

State Grant Helps Hospira Modernize, Expand Capabilities in Rocky Mount

Merchandise export sales already outpacing 2011 by 5 percent

, NC -- The U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (ITA) announced recently new export data that shows North Carolina merchandise exports increased 5 percent in the first half of 2012 compared to the same period in 2011, growing from $13.4 billion to $14 billion.

State Grant Helps Company Locate in Charlotte

Southern Business & Development, a leading publication covering and promoting economic development in the American South, announced that North Carolina has been named the “2012 State of the Year.”  North Carolina is being honored as State of the Year based on its performance in 2011.  North Carolina also received this accolade in 2005 and 2006.

Manufacturing Company Poised to Thrive in North Carolina

State Grant Helps Culp Expand in Stokesdale

State Spending by Domestic Visitors Jumps to Record $18 Billion

State Grant Helps Company Expand in Mooresville