Afton Scientific Plans Over 200 New Jobs in Right to Work Virginia
Afton Scientific is expanding soon in Right to Work Albemarle County, Virginia. In order to accomplish this, the company is investing over $200 million toward the project. And as a result, they will create over 200 new jobs!
From Area Development Magazine:
“This announcement represents an exciting advancement in providing critical, life-saving therapies to more Americans, and Afton Scientific is thrilled about our expansion in Central Virginia, where we’ve grown the company since day one. […] The involvement of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership and Albemarle County, and the Commonwealth’s support for local businesses was critical to our ability to bring advanced manufacturing jobs and economic growth to the area.” […]
“Afton Scientific’s investment in Central Virginia underscores the strength of Virginia’s business climate and skilled workforce. […] This announcement truly embodies our goals to foster high-tech job growth and innovation in manufacturing. We’re proud to support Afton Scientific’s continued success in the Commonwealth.” […]
“Congratulations to Tom Thorpe and the Afton Scientific team on this exciting announcement. […] CVPED is thrilled with Afton Scientific’s success and that it is expanding again in Albemarle County. Their growth demonstrates that the biosciences ecosystem is thriving in the Central Virginia region.”
To read the previous economic update on Right to Work states, click here.