International Logistics Service Provider to Expand in Virginia

Katoen Natie Norfolk to invest $59.9 million in expansion, adding rail yard and 450,000-square-foot warehouse in the City of Norfolk

Commonwealth of Virginia Office of Governor Glenn Youngkin FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 20, 2023 CONTACTS:  Office of the Governor Contact: Macaulay Porter Email: Macaulay.Porter@governor.virginia.gov Virginia Economic Development Partnership  Contact: Suzanne Clark  Email: sclark@vedp.org  Katoen Natie Norfolk Inc.  Contact: Frank Vingerhoets / President  Email: fvingerhoets@ktnusa.com  International Logistics Service Provider to Expand in Virginia Katoen Natie Norfolk to invest $59.9 million in expansion, adding rail yard and 450,000-square-foot warehouse in the City of Norfolk RICHMOND, VA —  Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Katoen Natie Norfolk Inc., a plastics and polymers warehousing and distribution company and subsidiary of Katoen Natie, will invest $59.9 million to expand in the City of Norfolk. The company will add a 450,000-square-foot warehouse, a rail yard, and expand its existing rail spur to meet increased demand. Virginia successfully competed with Georgia and South Carolina for the project, which will create 76 new jobs.  “Katoen Natie Norfolk’s increased demand matches the surge Virginia is experiencing as a premier supply chain destination, and this expansion will foster the synergy of the industry ecosystem,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “Katoen Natie Norfolk has thrived in Hampton Roads for more than a decade thanks to the region’s outstanding logistics advantages, access to The Port of Virginia, and robust workforce, and I look forward to its continued growth.”  “Virginia offers the location, infrastructure, and talent to attract global companies like Katoen Natie, and we are proud of Katoen Natie Norfolk’s continued success in the Commonwealth,” said Secretary of Commerce and Trade Caren Merrick. “The expanded warehouse and rail yard will enable the company to address current and future demand while boosting Virginia’s supply chain industry. I congratulate all the partners involved in securing this project that will create 76 new jobs for hardworking citizens of Hampton Roads. This is a strong signal of confidence in Virginia.”  “As a Norfolk native, I'm incredibly excited to see Katoen Natie expand in the Mermaid City,” said Secretary of Transportation W. Sheppard Miller III. “This international company chose Virginia over other states, once again demonstrating that the Commonwealth is a great place to do business. With our premier port, strong rail infrastructure, and outstanding workforce, Virginia has everything a company like Katoen Natie needs to thrive. I look forward to seeing the company build on its record of success right here in the Commonwealth for many years to come.”    “Due to its central location on the East Coast, great workforce including former military, dual rail service via Norfolk Southern and CSX, and natural deep-water, great-functioning port, we chose Norfolk for our expansion,” said Katoen Natie President Frank Vingerhoets.   “Norfolk applauds Katoen Natie Norfolk Inc.'s remarkable second expansion and substantial investment of nearly $60 million, a testament to their unwavering confidence in our city's potential,” said Norfolk Mayor Kenneth Alexander. “KTN’s commitment solidifies Norfolk's position as a thriving hub for innovation, and we welcome this significant expansion as a catalyst for enhancing both our community and economic vitality, creating 76 new jobs.”   “Katoen Natie is a key contributor to our position as a world-class transportation and logistics hub,” said Doug Smith, President and CEO of the Hampton Roads Alliance. “We extend our congratulations to Katoen Natie and the City of Norfolk. In 2011, the Alliance, in collaboration with VEDP and Norfolk, successfully recruited Katoen Natie to the Hampton Roads region, and it’s clear that decision continues to pay off with continued investment and expansion. It's incredibly gratifying to observe the company's sustained investment and growth in Norfolk, a testament to our region's skilled and abundant workforce, strong Port, and unparalleled infrastructure, among other key factors.”   “Katoen Natie is making a significant investment in its future [in Norfolk] and The Port of Virginia is investing in parallel to ensure we can meet the demand that this type of expansion requires,” said Stephen A. Edwards, CEO and executive director of the Virginia Port Authority. “This announcement shows the confidence Katoen Natie has in the port’s ability to safely and sustainably move its cargo to world markets for years to come. This company is a valued port user, and we welcome the opportunity to work with the Katoen Natie team to ensure even greater success.”   “I am pleased to see that Katoen Natie will invest almost $60 million in the City of Norfolk to expand their facility, which will create new jobs in our region. I welcome this expansion in my district,” said Senator Lionell Spruill.  “Gratitude to Katoen Natie for continuing their investment in our city. We appreciate companies that work proactively to bring new jobs,” said Delegate Jackie Glass. “We look forward to the collective efforts we will make to act as responsible neighbors towards the Southside residents.”   Parent company Katoen Natie is an international logistics service provider and port operator founded in 1854 and headquartered in Belgium. Katoen Natie is present in 35 countries on five continents, employing 15,000 worldwide. The company focuses on 10 main industries, including supply chain engineering, process engineering, petrochemicals, specialty chemicals, consumer goods and industry, port operations, general cargo and commodities, food and feed, silo cleaning, and art. Katoen Natie Norfolk’s operation was established in 2011 at the former Ford Motor Company assembly plant and refurbished body shop. These facilities allow producers of plastic resin pellets to ship bulk railcars to the warehouse where the product is packaged and loaded into intermodal containers for shipment internationally through the Port of Virginia.  The Virginia Economic Development Partnership worked with the City of Norfolk, the Hampton Roads Alliance, the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, and The Port of Virginia to secure the project for Virginia. Katoen Natie Norfolk is eligible to receive state benefits from the Virginia Enterprise Zone Program, administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development. Funding and services to support Katoen Natie’s employee training activities will be provided through the Virginia Jobs Investment Program. The company is also eligible to receive benefits from the Rail Industrial Access Program through the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, subject to approval by the Commonwealth Transportation Board.  ###

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments

Commonwealth of Virginia Office of Governor Glenn Youngkin  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 10, 2023 CONTACTS:  Office of the Governor Contact: Macaulay Porter Email: Macaulay.Porter@governor.virginia.gov Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced additional key administration and board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS   ADMINISTRATION  Gillian Richmond, Special Assistant  HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES  Jona Roka, Special Assistant  BOARD APPOINTMENTS    ADMINISTRATION   CYBERSECURITY PLANNING COMMITTEE    Charles Huntley of Middlesex County, Director of Technology, County of Essex    COMMERCE AND TRADE  BROADBAND ADVISORY COUNCIL  Jimmy Carr of Richmond, Chief Executive Officer, All Points Broadband  Christian R. Goodwin of Mineral, County Administrator, Louisa County   Ray LaMura of Richmond, President, VCTA – Broadband Association of Virginia  Casey Logan of Boydton, COO, Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative and EMPOWER Broadband  Steven Sandy of Vinton, Assistant County Administrator, Franklin County  Richard Schollmann of Henrico, Executive Director, Virginia Broadband Industry Association     COMMONWEALTH  VIRGINIA AFRICAN AMERICAN ADVISORY BOARD    Monica Hall of Chesterfield, E-Commerce Director, Lincare Holding, Inc.    VIRGINIA ASIAN ADVISORY BOARD    Minesh Patel of Powhatan, President, Owner, and Founder, Ram’s of Virginia, Inc. and Shiv Traders, Inc.     VIRGINIA INDIAN ADVISORY BOARD  Chief Walt Red Hawk Brown of Southampton County, Chief, Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe of Southampton County Virginia  Brandon G. Thundercloud Custalow of West Point, Tribal Council Member, Mattaponi Indian Tribe and Reservation    VIRGINIA LATINO ADVISORY BOARD  Roberto Jose Coquis of Falls Church, Deputy Director, Human Resources, Barbaricum   Eduardo Gil of Falls Church, Director, Capdesvilas Advisors    VIRGINIA LGBTQ+ ADVISORY BOARD  Teri Crawford Brown RNC, MSN, of Tazewell County, CEO/President, Blackberry Winter  Carson Cox of Richmond, Associate Attorney, Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders LLP  Jeffrey Hoeflich-Nickels of Roanoke County, owner, i77 Strategies, LLC    COMPACT   LEGISLATIVE ADVISORY COUNCIL TO THE SOUTHERN REGIONAL EDUCATION BOARD  The Honorable Mike Cherry of Colonial Heights, Member, House of Delegate, 66th District    DESIGNATED   STATE REHABILITATION ADVISORY COUNCIL  Becky Alwood of Midlothian, Occupational Therapist, Sheltering Arms Institute   Heidi Lawyer of Glen Allen, Curriculum Support Specialist, Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC)  Brandy Schantz of Alexandria, CEO, Schantz Group    STATE REHABILITATION COUNCIL FOR THE BLIND AND VISION IMPAIRED   Jennifer Sellers, MAED of Harrisonburg, community volunteer  EDUCATION  BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA HIGHER EDUCATION CENTER  Steve Ahn of Damascus, Science Teacher, Washington County Schools  BOARD OF VISITORS OF THE VIRGINIA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF AND BLIND  Carolyn Berry of Charlottesville, Participant Coordinator, Independence Resource Center  J.H. Cline, Jr., of Staunton, retired teacher and coach, Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind    BOARD OF VISITORS OF VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY  General Dennis Via, Ret. of McLean, Executive Vice President, Booz Allen Hamilton     STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD  Arrow Brooks of Bristol, student  Sarah Byman of Virginia Beach, student  Elizabeth Cobb of Henrico, student   Rafael Ibanez of Crozet, student  Yordanose Moges of Fairfax County, student  Preston Riddle of Halifax County, student  Lance Toapanta of Salem, student  Abubakkar Rahim of Stafford, student    VIRGINIA AMERICAN REVOLUTION 250 COMMISSION  Gloria Marrero Chambers of McLean, Community Volunteer    HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES  ADVISORY BOARD ON BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS  Mark Llobell of Virginia Beach, Founder and CEO, Virginia Autism Foundation  ADVISORY BOARD ON POLYSOMNOGRAPHIC TECHNOLOGY  Ronnie Hayes of Richmond, Polysomnographic Technologist, VCU Health  Hannah Tyler of Chester, Polysomnography Technologist, VCU Health    BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY LOAN FUND AUTHOIRTY     Monique Ford of Fredericksburg, CPA/Owner, Monique Valentine Ford, CPA  Dr. Tyler Pieron of Fluvanna County, Board of Directors, Cominghomewell.org    BOARD OF LONG-TERM CARE ADMINISTRATORS  Lynn Hall Campbell of Richmond and Gloucester, Regional Practice Administrator, Bon Secours/Mercy Health    Dr. Latonya Dickerson Hughes of Hampton, Assistant Dean, Hampton University  BOARD OF OPTOMETRY     Corliss V. Booker, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC of Chester, Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Education Resources   Dr. Shawn H. Hobbs of Richmond, Optometrist, Commonwealth Eye Care Associates    BOARD OF PHARMACY   Michelle E. Hoffer of Richmond, Attorney, Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP    BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY   Megan R. Bureau, PT, DPT of Winchester, Associate Professor, Director of Clinical Education, Division of Physical Therapy, Shenandoah University   Srilekha Palle of Fairfax, visiting fellow, Independent Women’s Forum   CHILD SUPPORT GUIDELINES REVIEW PANEL    Nupur Bal of Manakin Sabot, Shareholder/Attorney, Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC  Christian Paasch of Alexandria, Executive Committee Chair, Virginia Chapter, National Parents Organization    OFFICE OF NEW AMERICANS ADVISORY BOARD  Karina Martich, PhD, of Richmond, President, Berakah Inc.  Daniel Villar of Henrico, Director for the Office of Ethnic Ministries, Catholic Diocese of Richmond  Dr. Zarmina Yusufi, MD, of Fredericksburg, Internal Medicine Specialist, Stafford Hospital     RARE DISEASE COUNCIL  Gwen Traficant, Vice-Chair, of Fairfax County, community volunteer, caregiver  VIRGINIA BOARD FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES   Adrian Frierson of Mechanicsville, Director of Transportation, Hanover County Public Schools    VIRGINIA HEALTH BENEFIT EXCHANGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE  Craig Connors of Toano, Senior Director of Payor Relations, Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association  LABOR  SAFETY AND HEALTH CODES BOARD  Audrey Janosik of Richmond, Manager, Medical Program & Regulatory Compliance, Altria Client Services    LEGISLATIVE  BROWN V. BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS COMMITTEE  Dr. Barbara L. Inman of Newport News, Vice President for Student Success and Enrollment Management, Hampton University  Geneda Kearney of Chesterfield County, Academic Coach, Walden University  Cameron Patterson of Farmville, Vice President for Student Affairs, Longwood University; Senior Partner for Strategic Initiatives, Robert Russa Moton Museum     COMMISSION ON ELECTRIC UTILITY REGULATIONS   Howard Shafferman of Richmond, Founder and Principal, The Haswell Group, LLP; former Chief of Staff and Counselor, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission; Retired Partner, Ballard Spahr, LLP    CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND ETHICS ADVISORY COUNCIL  Adam Kinsman of James City County, County Attorney, James City County  ###

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