Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
The strong business environment of the seven-state region promotes manufacturing and research and development through low operating costs, access to a skilled and growing workforce, world-class education and research institutions, and robust transportation infrastructure. Our properties are well-suited to the site footprint demands of specific industries and our reliable, low-cost power is always a draw.
Reimagining Productivity: Advancements in Industrial Technology
Four major research and development facilities call the region home: Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Arnold Engineering, Redstone Arsenal and NASA Marshall Flight Center.
230+
Universities, technical schools and community colleges.
1.7x
Our region’s population growth between 2018-2023 was 1.7x higher than U.S. average.
Wide Distribution Network
1,500 miles of interstate highways, 800 miles of navigable waterways, 5,000 miles of railway.
Supplying the Globe
Our region supports the work of notable companies including:
- Alcoa
- Caterpillar
- Dupont
- GE Appliances
- International Paper
- Nucor
Industrial Innovation in Motion
Our People Are Our Most Valuable Resource
More than 132,000+ people are employed in industrial technology jobs and our competitive wage rates are lower than the industry average.
Do Business With Us
More than 600 companies in the food and beverage industry have made our region their home. Here are just a few of the reasons why:
99.999% Reliability
TVA offers low-cost, highly reliable power to its customers.
Diverse Power Generation
Nearly 60% of the region’s power comes from carbon-free sources.
Competitive Electricity Rates
Our region’s industrial electric rates are among the lowest compared to peer utilities.
Tyler Chaffee
Industrial Technologies Specialist
Our specialists speak your industry’s language, and we’re here to guide you through your entire site selection process.
For more information about available properties, demographics, infrastructure, communities, and our skilled workforce, use our interactive GIS mapping tool or contact your target market specialist.
In the News
SGB Enterprises, Inc., announces plans to establish operations in Maury County, Tennessee.
10/05/23 SGB Enterprises, Inc., announced plans to establish operations in Maury County. Plans for the project include creating 40 new jobs and investing $1.7 million in the company’s Columbia headquarters and manufacturing operations. Economic development partners include Columbia Power and Water Systems, the Maury Alliance, Middle Tennessee Industrial Development Association and the Tennessee Department of…
Malibu Boats, LLC, expands operations in Roane County, Tennessee
10/03/2023 Malibu Boats, LLC, a powerboat manufacturer, announced plans to expand operations in Roane County, Tennessee. Plans for the project include creating 770 new jobs and investing $75 million in the company’s second facility outside of its Loudon headquarters. Economic development partners include Lenoir City Utilities Board, Roane Alliance, East Tennessee Economic Development Agency and…
Dutch Tech, Inc., expands operations in Lobelville, Tennessee
10/02/2023 Dutch Tech, Inc., a manufacturer of laminated insulation products, announced plans to expand operations in Lobelville, TN. Plans for the project include creating 73 new jobs and investing $755,000 to expand operations at the company’s Perry County headquarters. Economic development partners include Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative, Perry County Government and the Tennessee Department of…