The Triad continues to attract major investments, diversifying its economy and creating thousands of jobs. These flagship projects highlight opportunities for underground utility services, infrastructure development, and community growth.
1. Toyota EV Battery Megasite – Liberty
- Investment: $13.9 billion<br>
- Timeline: Opening in 2025, full capacity by 2027<br>
- Impact: Over 5,000 jobs; eight battery production lines for EVs and hybrids
- Opportunities: Utility trenching, conduit installation, stormwater systems, and road extensions.
- Links https://www.burlingtonnc.gov/2433/Toyota-more-than-doubles-investment-in-G
https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/Home/Components/News/News/18727/36
2. Boom Supersonic Superfactory – Greensboro PTI
- Focus: Manufacturing Overture supersonic jets<br>
- Budget: $500 million; production expected by 2026<br>
- Projected Jobs: ~1,750 by 2030
- Needs: Heavy-duty utilities, site grading, and specialized piped systems for aviation.
- Links https://nccarolinacore.com/boom-supersonic-selects-piedmont-triad-for-superfactory/
https://www.acg.org/piedmont-triad-network/events/boom-supersonic-building-supersonic-future
3. IQE Semiconductor Expansion – Greensboro
- Allocation: $305 million<br>
- Jobs: 109 advanced manufacturing roles
- Underground Work: High-precision utilities, clean-room gas lines, and electrical conduit installations.
- Links: https://edpnc.com/news/iqe-announcement/
https://businessnc.com/iqe-plans-305-million-expansion-adding-109-jobs-in-greensboro/
4. ProKidney Biomanufacturing Center – Greensboro
- Investment: $485 million<br>
- Area: 210,000 sq ft on 22 acres; staffed by 330+ by 2028
- Infrastructure Needs: Process piping, waste utilities, chilled-water systems, and reliable HVAC feeds.
- Links: https://www.commerce.nc.gov/news/press-releases/2023/06/13/prokidney-selects-guilford-county-new-biomanufacturing-facility
https://www.tradeandindustrydev.com/region/north-carolina/news/nc-prokidney-announces-plans-invest-485-million-31939
5. Ross Stores Distribution Hub – Randleman
- Scale: 1.7 million sq ft<br>
- Budget & Timeline: $450 million; jobs ramp up 2027–2031
- Required Services: Utility trenching, stormwater retention, sewer connections, and electrical feeds.
6. High Point North Industrial Center Expansion
- Developers: D.H. Griffin, CBRE, Ecolab
- Details: Additional industrial space with tenant-ready pads bizjournals.com
- Underground focus: Site prep, utility hook-ups for manufacturing/distribution tenants.
- Links: https://governor.nc.gov/news/press-releases/2024/08/13/contract-manufacturer-invest-8-million-new-high-point-facility
https://www.commerce.nc.gov/news/press-releases/2025/04/16/canadian-manufacturer-invest-93-million-high-point-first-us-manufacturing-operation
7. Downtown Greensboro Twin‑Tower Mixed-Use
- Project Value: ~$300 million
- Concept: Office space, apartments, retail, restaurants—first major downtown mixed-use towers
- Utility impact: Major underground rerouting, parking structure utilities, HVAC water loops.
- https://www.reddit.com/r/gso/comments/14aeegt/300_million_twin_tower_development_proposed_for/
8. Truist Leadership Institute – near PTI
- Asset: Leadership training and conference center
- Phase: Under construction; recent expansion en.wikipedia.org
- Underground needs: Site utilities, media/data lines, access and parking utilities.
- https://www.bizjournals.com/triad/news/2024/09/03/truist-leadership-institute-greensboro-nc.html
Why These Projects Matter
These developments will:
- Create 30,000+ jobs, with billions in regional investment
- Expand Triad’s role in advanced manufacturing, biotech, aerospace, warehousing, and urban redevelopment
- Drive demand for utility installations, site infrastructure, and emergency repairs across sectors
What This Means for Utility Contractors
With so much development underway:
- Commercial builders and developers will need trusted partners like A&D Enterprises for everything from site prep to complex utility routing.
- Projects will demand high-end capabilities: trenching, directional boring, conduit systems, stormwater infrastructure, utility locating, and mapping.
- Now is the prime time to engage as a utility resource—ensuring timely, code-compliant, and safety-first execution across sectors.
A&D Enterprises: Your Utility Partner in the Triad
With over 30 years of underground utility expertise, A&D Enterprises is ready to support all these major commercial projects through:
- Comprehensive utility installation and relocating services
- Skilled handling of grading, site development, and infrastructure coordination
- Prompt emergency repairs to minimize disruptions
- Fully licensed, insured, and compliant support from plan to pavement
Contact A&D Enterprises today to learn how we can be part of your project’s success—where experience, equipment, and excellence meet critical infrastructure needs.