Case Studies

May 2010: American Red Cross announces new call center in Charlotte, N.C.

• 61,500 sf facility will bring 440 new jobs to the Charlotte region.
• Very competitive process; one of three call centers consolidated from 26 centers across the U.S.
• North Carolina providing job training assistance for new employees.
• Labor availability, labor cost, real estate conditions, and economic incentive climate considered chief reasons for move to Charlotte.

April 2010:Greiner Bio-One North America Inc announces an expansion of its existing Monroe, N.C. facility

• Austrian-based company manufactures and distributes medical sampling devices and laboratory analysis technology.
• Company expanding its manufacturing facility to double its size, adding new equipment and a distribution center.
• Company plans to invest $25 million and add 85 new jobs over the next five years.
• Recent expansion is second since opening 10 years ago.

April 2010: Linet Americas announces North American headquarters opens in Charlotte, N.C.

• Czech-based hospital bed manufacturer opens headquarters, sales, marketing and technical service operations center.
• Company adding 50 new jobs over the next three years.
• Region's strong healthcare platform and excellent infrastructure provide access to customers and a cost effective location for doing business.

December 2009: Providencia starts construction on first U.S. facility in Statesville, N.C.

• Brazilian-based non-woven fabrics manufacturer Companhia Providencia Industria e Comercio's products are used in the production of personal hygiene items, medical and surgical supplies and other consumer goods.
• Company investing $80 million in new facility and has purchased additional 43 acres for future expansions.
• Decision to locate in Statesville due largely to the site's railroad access and proximity to the interstate.
• Announcement is the largest in Statesville since 1995; plant will eventually employ 90 residents.