Over 60 jobs to be created in Norfolk due to communications equipment manufacturer expansion
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NORFOLK, Va., - New jobs are coming to Norfolk thanks to a manufacturing company expanding its Norfolk operation.
Governor Northam announced Friday that Tabet Manufacturing Company, Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of large suite communications equipment and custom solutions for military and industrial customers, will invest $6.5 million to expand its operation in the City of Norfolk.
Northamâs office said the company will construct a new manufacturing facility adjacent to its current facility at 1336 Ballentine Boulevard to increase production capacity. The expansion will create 68 new jobs.
January 15, 2021
RICHMOND Va. January 14, 2021 Virginia Governor Ralph Northam today announced that Mohawk Industries Inc., a global manufacturer of residential and commercial flooring products, will invest $22.5 million to expand its operation in Carroll County. The company will add 19,000 square feet to its facility at 351 Floyd Pike in Hillsville and install new extrusion and loom equipment to increase production speed. Virginia successfully competed with other states for the project, which will retain 75 existing jobs and create 35 new jobs.
“We are proud that a global industry leader like Mohawk continues to expand its footprint in Virginia,” said Governor Northam. “The advanced manufacturing industry remains the backbone of the economy in many regions across the Commonwealth, and we thank Mohawk for contributing to this important sector and creating high-quality jobs in Carroll County, especially at such a critical time in our economic recovery.”