A must-see for building materials-related companies. Introducing "West Virginia," suitable for Japanese companies entering the U.S. market, along with the rapidly growing trends in the building materials industry.
From 2020 to 2021, West Virginia saw a net migration of over 2,000 people for the first time in decades, making it one of the top states in the nation for population growth.
To supply the growing U.S. housing market, many companies from Asia and Europe have established manufacturing plants and logistics hubs, attracting significant investments in the building materials industry from both domestic and international sources in West Virginia. There is a diverse expansion of building materials industries, including insulation, hardwood flooring, kitchen cabinets, windows, doors, paints, coatings, and construction materials.
Many of the companies entering the state cite reasons such as "good location," "availability of raw materials," and "low business costs." *There are advantages in tax deductions.
【About the Japan Representative Office of the West Virginia State Government】
Our office in Japan provides support services after entering the market, including market research, local property introductions, introductions to necessary professionals, and assistance with incentives, tax deductions, job training, and recruitment. We provide the latest local information, so please feel free to consult with us.
*An "Industry Trends Map" summarizing the building materials industry is currently available! Please check it out through the PDF download.