Governor Josh Stein announced that Pelsan Tekstil A.S., a leader in breathable film technologies for hygiene and medical sectors, will open its first U.S. production facility in Wayne County, North Carolina. This development is expected to create 216 jobs with an investment of $82.6 million in Goldsboro.
“North Carolina is pleased to welcome Pelsan as it opens its first facility in the United States,” stated Governor Stein, highlighting the state’s skilled workforce and strategic location on the East Coast.
Founded in 2006 as part of the Hassan Group, Pelsan was Turkey’s pioneer in manufacturing breathable polyethylene films. The new facility will produce various lines of breathable films for hygiene and medical applications, allowing Pelsan to better meet North American demand.
“This expansion is a major strategic milestone for us,” said Ali Sisman, CEO of Pelsan Tekstil. He emphasized the alignment of North Carolina’s workforce and infrastructure with the company’s values of innovation and collaboration.
Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley noted the state’s appeal to international companies: “Our business-friendly reputation and proven competitive advantages continue to attract top-tier companies like Pelsan from around the globe.”
The average salary for these new positions will be $48,789, surpassing Wayne County’s current average wage of $46,211.
The project will benefit from a Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG) approved by North Carolina’s Economic Investment Committee. Over 12 years, this initiative is projected to boost the state economy by over $719.5 million. The JDIG agreement allows potential reimbursement up to $2,065,000 over this period based on performance metrics related to job creation and investment targets.
Representative John Bell expressed optimism about the project’s impact: “These new manufacturing jobs and the company’s significant capital investment will bring new job opportunities for our people and will boost the local economy.”
Senator Buck Newton added: “The new jobs and the investment into Goldsboro will bring economic growth and stability to Eastern NC.”
Key partners include various state departments, educational institutions like Wayne Community College, regional economic development organizations such as North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region, local government bodies including Wayne County Development Alliance, and Duke Energy.
