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150 new jobs expected with construction company expansion in Botetourt County

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BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Altec Industries, a global industrial machinery manufacturer, will invest $1.4 million to expand the production of Altec’s construction equipment product line in Botetourt County, according to Governor Glenn Youngkin. Virginia competed with other states for the project, creating 150 jobs and additional investment in the existing facility...

“This is great news for the residents of Botetourt County,” said Congressman Ben Cline (R-6). “This significant investment to expand Altec’s operations in Virginia’s Sixth District will go a long way in creating new job opportunities and economic development. I look forward to seeing this funding positively impact the area for years to come.” Read more here.