Plasser American Corporation Expansion in Right To Work Virginia

Plasser American is a company that focuses on manufacturing railroad equipment. So recently, they decided to invest $52.6 million toward expanding their current location in Chesapeake, Virginia. The investment will go toward adding 82,000 square feet to the manufacturing building. It will also fund a new, three-story, 45,000 square foot office building.

The expansion is going to create 98 new jobs, providing new opportunities for the citizens of Chesapeake.

From Area Development Magazine:

“This historical project is our proof of trust in the North American railroad system and confidence in the United States economy. […] I am proud of our company’s development in the United States over the last six decades and here in Chesapeake for 50 years. This milestone is our chance to show our commitment to the region and to support local talent, employees, and suppliers.†[…]

“Plasser American continues to be a major contributor to Hampton Roads’ economy. […] This major investment reaffirms the company’s commitment to the City of Chesapeake. […] The Commonwealth is committed to providing the necessary training resources so that hardworking Virginians can continue to learn new skills, and we are proud to build on our long-term partnership with Plasser in its next phase of growth.†[…]

“Plasser American has been an outstanding corporate citizen to our city for nearly 50 years. […] This expansion will not only bring a significant amount of jobs, it will also completely reshape the current facility into a state-of-the-art campus for future growth.â€

AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE

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