Alianza Team Groundbreaking for New Facility in Goldsboro, NC
PRESS RELEASE
Goldsboro, NC – October 3, 2024 – Goldsboro, N.C. – October 3, 2024 – Alianza Team, a global supplier of plant-based lipids, fats, and oils ingredients for foods and personal care products, broke ground today on its first U.S.-based site in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The blending and finishing facility will be located in ParkEast Industrial Park, and products will be distributed throughout the United States. Construction is set to begin immediately.
With over 75 years of expertise and facilities across Latin America, Alianza Team has investments in Asia and Europe, with commercial operations in Europe. Alianza Team is committed to sustainability, workforce development, ingredient innovation, high-quality standards, and achieving high customer satisfaction.
“We’re thrilled to announce this investment that represents Alianza Team’s commitment to entering the U.S. market and being an active part of job creation and the business community in the region,” said Luis Alberto Botero, President and CEO, Alianza Team. “We appreciate the local governments of Goldsboro and Wayne County, as well as the North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region, and we will continue working toward a successful venture that brings prosperity to our stakeholders while honoring our higher purpose of Nurturing a Better Tomorrow.”
“Congratulations to Alianza Team on their groundbreaking for their new operations in Wayne County,” stated N.C. Representative John R. Bell, IV. “This significant investment underscores Alianza Team’s commitment to innovation, job creation, and community development in the region. Their decision to establish this cutting-edge facility here is a testament to the strength of our local workforce and the attractiveness of our business environment. This new facility will not only create high-quality jobs but also contribute to the economic vitality of our community. Alianza Team’s investment in Goldsboro is a win-win for everyone involved”, Bell continued. “It demonstrates the positive impact that strategic partnerships between businesses and local governments can have on our communities. I look forward to seeing the many ways in which this facility will benefit our region for years to come.”
“We are thrilled to welcome the Alianza Team to Wayne County,” said Chris Gurley, Chairman of the Wayne County Board of Commissioners. “This expansion represents a significant effort, and we are eager to have another innovative agricultural company join our community. Since the announcement of their expansion, Alianza’s presence has already increased, highlighting their dedication to the region. The county is fully committed to collaborating with Alianza Team to facilitate inspections, ensuring a smooth construction process so the facility can become operational as soon as possible.”
“Goldsboro is proud to celebrate the groundbreaking of its newest, world-class, corporate citizen. We are excited to watch this internationally recognized industry leader thrive right here in the seat of Wayne County, NC. This is yet another example of all the ways that goodness grows in North Carolina and that Goldsboro, Wayne County, and the whole of the North Carolina Global Transpark Economic Development Region is poised for growth for years to come.” stated Charles Gaylor, IV Mayor City of Goldsboro.
Positioned strategically in Goldsboro, the site offers access to both railroads and interstate highways, enabling efficient receipt of raw materials and prompt delivery of finished products. This location is particularly advantageous as it facilitates quick shipments to the Northeastern U.S., where the bulk of the company’s existing customers are based.
Partnering with the North Carolina Economic Development Region were the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, Department of Commerce, NC General Assembly, North Carolina Community College System, North Carolina Railroad, Norfolk Southern, Wayne County, Wayne County Development Alliance, City of Goldsboro, Duke Energy, North Carolina’s Southeast, Wayne Community College.
Contact:
Mark Pope, President, North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region
mark.pope@ncgtpedr.com • 252-775-6187 • www.ncgtpedr.com