The News: Virginia is seeing a surge in manufacturing and supply-chain investment tied to the growth of the data center industry. Companies producing cooling systems, power equipment, and electrical infrastructure are expanding operations in communities such as Botetourt County, Halifax County, and Prince George County, creating hundreds of new jobs. State officials say the rise of AI and digital infrastructure is generating economic opportunities well beyond the data centers themselves.
SITEBOXX Take: For site selectors and economic developers, the story is no longer just about attracting data centers. The bigger opportunity may be landing the manufacturers and suppliers that support them, bringing long-term industrial investment and job creation to rural markets.
Source: Read the full report at Cardinal News.
