Virginia's success stories

LEGO is building its first and only U.S. manufacturing facility in Chesterfield County: an ambitious, carbon-neutral project slated to open in 2027.

Civica Rx opened its first in-house manufacturing facility in Petersburg as part of an effort to bolster the domestic supply of essential medicines.

The global shipping giant has remained and grown in Virginia thanks to critical infrastructure, strategic location, and other assets.

America’s largest military shipbuilding company doubles down on its investment in Hampton Roads’ infrastructure, training, and talent.

The global pharmaceutical giant has called Virginia home for eight decades, still growing, thriving, and innovating in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley.

Amazon’s $2.5 billion Virginia headquarters exists thanks to a thriving tech sector, world-class talent, and bold investments in the workforce of the future.

Carry-On Trailer worked with economic development partners to create an innovative training solution that serves both the company and the community.

As JM Conveyors sought to expand in 2017, the company discovered the answer to all its needs resided in Virginia’s Russell County.

In 2025, Haleon undertook a $54.2 million upgrade to its research & development facility in the City of Richmond. Haleon is a leading global consumer health company, with a portfolio representing an array of trusted, recognized, and doctor-recommended brands.

STIHL Inc., which opened its first facility in Virginia Beach in 1974, has completed multiple Virginia expansions and found enduring strategic value.

German grocer Lidl expanded to the United States in 2015 with a headquarters in Arlington County and a distribution center in Spotsylvania County.

AstraZeneca made its largest investment to date to build its $4.5 billion facilities in Albemarle County.