Catawba County is emerging as a dynamic extension of the Charlotte region's growing life sciences ecosystem.  Strategically positioned at the intersection of innovation, skilled manufacturing talent, and major research hubs, Catawba County offers biomanufacturers a powerful location to scale - with operating costs significantly lower than other major Southeastern life sciences markets.

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The Charlotte Region is well-positioned to compete for targeted life sciences investment. A new study commissioned by the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance and conducted by Deloitte charts a path to get there, translating the region’s existing life sciences momentum into an evidence-based strategy for focused, long-term growth.

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The study’s findings point to the Charlotte Region’s niche identity in medical technologies (“medtech”) and manufacturing operations. The region is home to 160 life sciences companies that employ 12,400 workers.