Simmons Equipment Company Establishes New Location in Right to Work Virginia

Simmons Equipment Company is investing $8.5 million in order to add a new location in Right to Work Russell County, Virginia. As a result, they will also create 75 new jobs!

From Area Development Magazine:

“We are thrilled to be expanding our operations into Russell County. […] Our business has been growing into new markets worldwide, and this additional manufacturing capacity will allow us to aggressively pursue those opportunities. After an extensive search, we are excited to continue our growth here in Southwest Virginia. We were highly impressed with the efforts of the Russell County Industrial Development Authority, the Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority, and the Commonwealth of Virginia to support us in this exciting endeavor. We look forward to being part of the growing business community in Russell County.” […]

“We are proud that Simmons Equipment Company has decided to expand in Russell County and are excited that Virginia’s thriving manufacturing sector and selection of manufacturing ready sites continue to attract companies like Simmons and complement our strong business climate and unparalleled location.” […]

“VCEDA has been pleased to assist Simmons to grow and expand in the past, and on the current project, VCEDA has approved a $187,500 workforce development and training grant to the company as well as a $500,000 loan to the Industrial Development Authority of Russell County for facility improvements. […] It is always exciting to see great existing companies like Simmons grow and add jobs in the region and that is one of our primary targets for enhancing the regional economy.” […]

“Russell County Industrial Development Authority is pleased that Simmons Equipment Company chose Russell County to expand their growing business. […] It has been a pleasure to work with this company as they have made Russell County home. They have a clear vision of integrating their company into the community and economic landscape of Russell County. We are looking forward to our work with them as they continue to grow and expand their operations.”

AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE

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