The NC Megasite
Target Sectors
The NC Megasite is ready for large-scale manufacturers requiring a shovel-ready site, exceptional location, robust infrastructure, access to talent, and supportive local government.
Life Sciences
North Carolina's nationally recognized life sciences ecosystem extends to Burke County, offering access to research institutions, a trained workforce, and a pro-business regulatory environment.
Advanced Manufacturing
With generations of manufacturing heritage and a skilled workforce pipeline, Burke County is an ideal location for large-scale advanced manufacturing operations.
Aerospace/Defense
The site's strategic location, infrastructure capacity, and proximity to major transportation corridors make it well-suited for aerospace component manufacturing and defense-related industries.
Burke County, NC Life Sciences Infrastructure
The NC Biotechnology Center: Fueling North Carolina's
Life Sciences Future
NCBiotech accelerates life sciences growth statewide — delivering innovation, investment, and jobs that strengthen North Carolina's position as a global leader.
Innovation
Research grants and programs grow university research capacity, promote collaboration, and translate science into real-world solutions.
Investment
NCBiotech catalyzes out-of-state capital into early-stage companies — expanding venture funds, activating angel investors, and connecting NC to global networks.
Jobs
Workforce development programs align trained talent with industry needs — enabling 10,000 new life sciences jobs and supporting 15,000 additional announcements.
Opportunities
Strategic coalitions pursue $500M in collaborative funding and $150M in growth resources to strengthen NC's life sciences competitive advantage.
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