If you are interested in starting, relocating, or expanding your business in Southern Middle Tennessee, then Franklin County, Tennessee is the right place for you. The Franklin County Industrial Development Board is your point of contact for assistance and comprehensive information regarding:
- Available buildings and land
- Workforce and area demographics
- State and local business incentives
- Existing industries
- Transportation
- Utilities and infrastructure
- Regional education systems

Quick Facts
Chattanooga, the newly announced site for Volkswagen's U.S. assembly plant is located approximately 60 miles from the Franklin County Industrial Park via four lane US Highway 64 and I-24.This will be the third auto assembly plant to locate within 60 miles of Franklin County.
Manufacturing employment in Franklin County has nearly doubled since 1997
Franklin County is home to four international manufacturing companies.
The world’s largest and most advanced complex of flight simulation test facilities are located at the Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) which is situated at the north end of
Franklin Countyu is located in the Southern Automotive Corridor, with three auto assembly plants and three engine plants within a 50 mile radius.
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