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Corrie Bobe Director of Economic Development
 

www.discoverdanville.com [email protected] 001-434-793-1753
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City of Danville Office of Economic Development

City of Danville

Danville is recognized internationally for its advanced manufacturing culture and extraordinary workforce development pipeline. From advanced manufacturing, corporate headquarters, and regional distribution, to information technology and high-tech R&D, the City has a diverse economic spectrum. Danville is located in Southern Virginia along the North Carolina border. Two different four-lane divided highway systems with access to Interstates 40 and 85, locate Danville within a day's drive of two-thirds of the U.S. population and international deep-water ports. This region is well suited for global competitive industry. Danville has an award winning River District with small-town charm as well as the assets of a city ready to burst with excitement. Sitting majestically on the banks of the Dan River, Danville exceeds expectations with a wide variety of activities ranging from river trails, mountain biking, water sports, and outdoor festivals to concerts featuring nationally-acclaimed artists.

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City of Danville Office of Economic Development

Community Profile

Population

43,000 (City)

2,000,000

(within 60 minute drive time)

GDP per Capita

54,730 $ (State of Virginia, 2017)

Workforce

472,031

(within 25 miles)

Focus Industries

Advanced Manufacturing, Automotive, Aviation / Aerospace, Chemicals / Plastics / Advanced Materials, Data / IT, Defense / Security, Food / Beverage Processing

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City of Danville Office of Economic Development

Corrie Bobe Director of Economic Development

www.discoverdanville.com [email protected] 001-434-793-1753

List of European Companies who have already invested

Name Industry No. of Employees
Porcher Industries N.A. (HQ) / BGF Industries (France) Advanced Manufacturing 900
Nestle (Switzerland) Food and Beverage Manufacturing 570
EBI, LLC (Com 40) (Poland) Upholstered Furniture Manufacturing 360
Ikea Industry (Sweden) Wood Product Manufacturing 300
Axxor (Netherlands) Advanced Manufacturing for Automotive 50