Where is Polykemi Adding Its First US Location?

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Polykemi AB is a Swedish plastic manufacturer based in Sweden. However, they are planning on adding their first US location. For this, they have chosen Right to Work Gastonia Technology Park, North Carolina. In order to cover the cost, the company is investing $11.8 million toward the project. In addition, they plan to create 22 new jobs for Gaston County.

From Area Development Magazine:

“Since creating our subsidiary Polykemi Inc. in 2012 our aim has been to establish a production site in the US and we are very happy to announce that this project is now becoming a reality. […] Being present with our own production will enable us to get closer to our customers and to explore the many opportunities we see in the US market.†[…]

“We are [glad] to welcome another global manufacturer that has selected North Carolina for their North American operations. […] Polykemi’s decision emphasizes our state’s world-class talent and affirms the strength of our economy in the global market.†[…]

“When international companies choose to expand, they are often attracted to our strong manufacturing workforce. […] In addition to our talent, growing companies like Polykemi appreciate North Carolina’s robust infrastructure, market access, and affordability to increase their global success.â€

AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE


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