Hermes Abrasives USA Chooses Right to Work Virginia for Expansion

Hermes Abrasives USA is expanding soon in Right to Work Virginia Beach, Virginia. In order to cover the cost, the company is investing $5.6 million toward the project. They will also create 30 new jobs. So this is exciting news!

From Area Development Magazine:

“Hermes Abrasives has proudly called Southeastern Virginia home for over 40 years. Though we have grown and changed with the times, we are excited about the potential expansion and development that we have planned over the next five years. […] With nearly $6 million in planned capital investment, Hermes is looking to increase its overall manufacturing footprint to better service its hundreds of customers throughout North America.†[…]

“The expansion of Hermes Abrasives’ flagship facility in Virginia Beach further demonstrates the increasing role Virginia is playing in reshoring manufacturing. […] We thank Hermes Abrasives for recognizing Virginia’s advantages and reinvesting in its operation as a long-term corporate partner in the Commonwealth.†[…]

“The expansion of an international manufacturer which located to Hampton Roads in 1981 speaks to the stability and growth of the manufacturing industry in Virginia Beach and the region. […] I am thrilled for Brad Sorgen and his team on this milestone and look forward to telling our international prospects the success story that is Hermes Abrasives.â€

AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE

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