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Governor Cooper Announces Apple Will Create 3,000 Jobs in Wake County

Apple has selected North Carolina’s Research Triangle region as the location for its newest research and development campus and will create 3,000 jobs in Wake County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. Apple plans to invest more than $1 billion in the state by 2032.



Earlier today, Governor Cooper, Senator President Pro Tempore Phil Berger, Senator Dan Blue, Speaker Tim Moore and Representative Robert Reives issued this statement:

Statement from N.C. Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley on Caterpillar's Expansion

North Carolina Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley issued a statement on Caterpillar's plans to expand its production capacity with a new manufacturing facility in Sanford:

“Caterpillar’s billion-dollar investment in North Carolina is putting down even deeper roots in Sanford. Their investment is a powerful reflection of the manufacturing excellence, innovation, and opportunity that have become synonymous with North Carolina.

N.C. Commerce Drives Housing Recovery and Economic Opportunity in Western North Carolina

In the two years since Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, the North Carolina Department of Commerce has helped families, businesses, and communities with the support needed to rebuild stronger than ever. Commerce is administering $1.4 billion in federal recovery funds supporting housing, infrastructure, and community development, welcomed nearly $7.7 billion of tourism to the mountains, announced economic development projects bringing 4,105 new jobs to the region, and dispersed more than $96 million in disaster-related unemployment insurance benefits to people in need. These

Governor Stein Celebrates North Carolina’s Aviation Tradition and World-Class Workforce at Aircraft Facility Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Today Governor Stein joined officials with the N.C. Global TransPark and the U.S. Navy in Kinston for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the U.S. Navy’s Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) military aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul complex. The facility will provide fleet support to the United States military and bring more than 400 jobs to eastern North Carolina, with an estimated $140 million annual economic impact.

National Steel Fabrication Company Plans a $19 Million Manufacturing Expansion in Fayetteville

Today Governor Josh Stein announced SteelFab, Inc., a steel fabrication company, will add 38 new jobs in Cumberland County. The company will invest more than $19 million to expand operations in Fayetteville.

“North Carolina is a place where businesses like SteelFab can grow,” said Governor Josh Stein. “Cumberland County is home to a world-class workforce, legacy of manufacturing excellence, and convenient East Coast location. We’re grateful that SteelFab is doubling down on Cumberland.”

Boat Manufacturer to Create 179 Jobs for a $6 Million Production Campus in Beaufort County

Today Governor Josh Stein announced that Boater’s World Manufacturing Group, LLC will create 179 new jobs in Beaufort County. The company says it will invest more than $6 million to establish a boat manufacturing campus in Chocowinity.

Governor Stein Announces $120 Million Southeast Manufacturing Hub for Building Products Company

Today Governor Josh Stein announced ProVia LLC, a manufacturer of exterior building products, will create 400 jobs in Davie County. The company will invest $120 million to build a window manufacturing facility in Mocksville to serve the southeastern United States.

Wood Preserving Company Selects Scotland County for $40 Million Lumber Treatment Facility

Today Governor Josh Stein announced Great Southern Wood-NC, Inc. (GSWNC), a manufacturer of pressure-treated lumber, will create 43 jobs in Scotland County. The company will invest $40 million to construct a lumber treatment manufacturing facility at Laurinburg-Maxton Airport.

“We are excited that Great Southern Wood has decided to plant roots in North Carolina,” said Governor Josh Stein. “This new facility will strengthen our $41 billion forestry industry and offer more opportunities in Scotland County and beyond.”

Governor Stein Announces $1 Billion Expansion for Prysmian’s Claremont Facility, Adding 385 New Jobs

Today Governor Josh Stein announced Prysmian, a leading provider of solutions for energy and digital connections, will add 385 new jobs in Catawba County. The company says it will invest more than $1 billion as it expands its fiber and glass manufacturing operations.

“This billion-dollar investment is more proof that North Carolina is leading the way on innovation and job creation,” said Governor Josh Stein. “Companies understand the value of our highly skilled manufacturing workforce that helps to power their strategic growth.”

Leading Health Care Company Chooses Sanford for a $600 Million Center of Excellence

Today Governor Josh Stein announced STERIS 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.