Goldhofer Inc., a global manufacturer of heavy transport and airport ground support equipment, recently announced plans to build its first North American assembly and production facility. The company's $19.5 million investment will create 80 jobs in Hickory, North Carolina, in the Southeast United States.

Parker Poe’s Business Expansion + Location Solutions (BELS) Team was delighted to assist Goldhofer with its new operations. Attorneys Dom Lerario, Deirdre Denechaud, and Caitlin Becker counseled the company on the incentives, corporate, and real estate aspects of the project. Consultant Sven Gerzer advised the company on site selection.

For more information about this announcement, click here: Goldhofer Inc. Selects Hickory for Its U.S. Headquarters and First North American Production Facility

The BELS Team advises international and domestic companies seeking to locate, expand, or restructure operations throughout the United States. In this collaborative model, experienced consultants provide data-driven location analysis, working alongside attorneys advising on legal strategy, to create a seamless and proven structure for successful expansion projects — with the added benefit of saving companies time and money.