Moore Center Economic Development

Upon its completion, the E. Eugene Moore Manufacturing and Biotech Solutions Center will emerge as an unparalleled educational hub and the largest facility in the state dedicated to addressing the workforce demands of advanced manufacturing and biotechnology. It will play a pivotal role in cultivating the next generation of manufacturing talent, as well as serving as a catalyst for attracting new industries to both the region and the broader expanse of North Carolina.

Here are the key features that make it stand out:

• Unrivaled Size and Capacity: As the largest facility in the state, it is equipped to support massive economic development endeavors, such as the forthcoming VinFast facility in Chatham County.
• Strategic Accessibility: Conveniently located near limited-access, 4-lane highways, with short commutes to the Raleigh Executive Jetport (15 minutes) and Raleigh Durham International Airport (45 minutes).
• Soft Landing Spaces: Designed to accommodate new manufacturing ventures during the developmental phase, providing office spaces and access to regional support resources.
• Cutting-edge Training Equipment: State-of-the-art resources tailored to meet the dynamic needs of advanced manufacturing, spanning biotechnology, computer integrated machining, industrial automation, robotics, and 3D printing/additive manufacturing.
• Incubator and Collaborative Spaces: Entrepreneurial individuals can leverage these areas to forge partnerships with the college and universities, fostering innovation and collaboration in Industry 4.0 ventures.
• Dedicated Workforce Recruitment Center: Showcasing local career pathways and the advanced technologies utilized by regional manufacturers, facilitating seamless talent acquisition.
• Rich Partnership Network: Access to a wealth of resources through collaborations with esteemed institutions like the National Science Foundation, the National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals (NIIMBL), N.C. State University’s Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) for North Carolina, and various governmental bodies.
• Comprehensive Student Support Programs: Benefitting from CCCC's extensive network, both new and existing workers partaking in short-term and curriculum-based programs will have access to robust student support services.