News / Manufacturing

by Think Currituck, on 5/31/22 1:42 PM

In recent years, companies and corporations have examined their lists of employment opportunities and said, “This seems like a job for the people of North Carolina.” Locally-built enterprises are continuing …

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Topics:North CarolinaManufacturingEconomic DevelopmentWorkforce DevelopmentJobs

by Think Currituck, on 4/11/22 12:32 PM

Photo: www.facebook.com/VinFastUS As the electric vehicle market continues to expand, Vietnamese automobile manufacturer, VinFast, has announced plans to build its first North American plant in North Carolina. The company’s new …

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Topics:North CarolinaTransportationManufacturingBusiness Expansion

by Think Currituck, on 12/27/21 1:59 PM

Kroger's new automated fulfillment center coming to Concord, NC, was one of the big announcements that made economic development headlines in 2021. When it comes to North Carolina and economic …

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Topics:North CarolinaBusiness RelocationManufacturingEconomic DevelopmentBusiness ExpansionWorkforce DevelopmentJobs

by Think Currituck, on 11/9/21 11:13 AM

EVENT UPDATE: This event has been postponed. If you're interested in learning more about expanding your market by exporting, check out this interview or contact EDPNC's international trade managers. Are …

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Topics:North CarolinaSmall BusinessManufacturingEconomic DevelopmentForeign Trade ZoneCurrituck County

by Think Currituck, on 9/30/21 3:20 PM

It happens on the first Friday in October every year, but Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) always manages to sneak up on people. That's probably because MFG Day doesn't get the …

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Topics:North CarolinaRetailManufacturing

by Think Currituck, on 7/5/21 8:00 AM

This year is only half over and already North Carolina has been experiencing many strong signs of economic recuperation from the COVID-19 pandemic. In spite of resulting numerous setbacks in …

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Topics:North CarolinaBusiness RelocationManufacturingEconomic DevelopmentBusiness ExpansionWorkforce DevelopmentJobs

by Think Currituck, on 3/4/21 10:35 AM

A new report predicts that the offshore wind industry will create a $100 billion market opportunity and North Carolina has a serious chance to make itself a vital link in …

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Topics:North CarolinaManufacturingEconomic DevelopmentJobsOffshore Wind

by Think Currituck, on 12/21/20 4:33 PM

This past year was anything but "business as usual" for North Carolina. Much like the rest of the world, our state was forced to adapt in the face of the …

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Topics:North CarolinaBusiness RelocationManufacturingEconomic DevelopmentBusiness ExpansionWorkforce DevelopmentJobs

by Think Currituck, on 12/17/20 10:55 AM

Construction of a 2.5-gigawatt wind farm off the coast of North Carolina's Outer Banks is now one step closer to becoming a reality. But even more impressive is the promise …

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Topics:North CarolinaHampton RoadsManufacturingWorkforce DevelopmentCurrituck CountyOffshore Wind

by Think Currituck, on 10/2/20 10:58 AM

Today is Manufacturing Day (aka MFG Day). MFG Day is a flagship initiative of The Manufacturing Institute, the 501(c)3 nonprofit workforce development and education partner of the National Association of …

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