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Key Industries
Virginia's key industries are poised for growth to ensure success for future generations. LifeNet Health, Virginia Beach Virginia's industries are as diverse as its geography. Home to the largest data center market in the U.S., the 3rd-largest port on the East Coast, a varied manufacturing base, an emerging unmanned systems industry, and the highest concentration of tech workers in the country, Virginia serves key national and global markets from a central East Coast location.
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International Trade Services
Virginia Economic Development Partnership
VEDP – International Trade provides a range of services, programs, and grants to help both new and experienced exporters grow their international sales by identifying new international markets, developing market entry strategies, and locating distributors and representatives for products or services. Virginia businesses interested in increasing international sales benefit from VEDP's export development programs, services, and grants.
Cybersecurity
Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Virginia has emerged as a national leader in cybersecurity and is at the forefront of talent development in the industry. The Commonwealth of Virginia is uniquely equipped to succeed in this sector, with close proximity to the federal government, unparalleled assets in information technology, and higher education institutions that are training the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
Export Virginia
Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Our mission is to increase the number of Virginia companies selling overseas and their volume of international business, year after year.
Aerospace
Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Virginia's role in the aerospace industry dates back to 1917 when the nation's first aeronautics laboratory was established in Hampton - now the NASA Langley Research Center. Today, Virginia's strength is rooted in the diversity of the sector, with manufacturing, defense, R&D, and commercial space represented in the Commonwealth.
Unmanned Systems
Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Virginia's collection of assets in the air, on land, and at sea uniquely position the Commonwealth to serve as a leader in this emerging industry. Home to one of six FAA-designated UAS test sites and two NASA facilities focusing on UAS research, Langley Research Center and Wallops Flight Facility, Virginia is poised to lead this promising disruptive technology sector and host unmanned systems manufacturing and testing.
Advanced Materials
Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Virginia has a long tradition of advanced materials manufacturing dating back to the early 19th century, when the Commonwealth emerged as a manufacturing leader in the United States. Today, a diverse array of advanced materials companies continues to locate or expand in Virginia, drawn by its thriving industry base and strong manufacturing culture, outstanding logistical advantages, skilled workforce, competitively priced utilities, and top-ranked business climate.
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Virginia's key industries are poised for growth to ensure success for future generations. LifeNet Health, Virginia Beach Virginia's industries are as diverse as its geography. Home to the largest data center market in the U.S., the 3rd-largest port on the East Coast, a varied manufacturing base, an emerging unmanned systems industry, and the highest concentration of tech workers in the country, Virginia serves key national and global markets from a central East Coast location.
