National IQ innovation district debuts in NoVa
National IQ innovation district launches in National Landing with backing from Amazon, Virginia Tech and others.
American Systems wins $173M Navy contract
American Systems announced that it has received a $172.7 million Navy contract to continue testing and evaluating new military technologies.
Virginia bill to ensure minimum wage for farmers advances in House
Virginia lawmakers will vote on a House bill to extend minimum wage to farm workers, an effort that has been vetoed twice since 2024.
San Diego firm acquires Chesterfield-based W.O. Grubb
Halo Partners announced Wednesday that it has acquired Chesterfield County-based rigging company W.O. Grubb Crane Rental.
McLean contractor acquires Orlando-based Dignitas Technologies
McLean-based By Light announced Tuesday that it has acquired Orlando-based defense modeling and simulation firm Dignitas Technologies.
Cannabist Co. completes $130M sale of Virginia medical marijuana biz
The Cannabist Co. announced Thursday that it has completed the $130 million sale of its Central Virginia medical marijuana business
Port of Virginia expands to serve four ultra-large container ships at once
The Port of Virginia can now handle four ultra-large container vessels at once after adding four new cranes at NIT.
Feds authorize gas pipeline expansion in Pittsylvania
FERC approves Transco’s $1.5B pipeline expansion, boosting gas capacity while drawing environmental opposition.
Swedish Match, Bear Express announce closings in Virginia
Swedish Match is closing its Richmond office, while Bear Express is closing its Norfolk and Virginia Beach facilities.
Developer withdraws Hanover data center campus proposal
Developer HHHunt withdrew its application for a 10-building data center campus in Hanover County.
Dominion installs first CVOW turbine tower off Virginia Beach
Dominion Energy last week installed the first turbine tower associated with the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project, off Virginia Beach.
Peterson Cos. plans smaller-scale Sphere in National Harbor
Sphere Entertainment plans a $1B, 6,000-seat version of the Las Vegas Sphere in National Harbor, Maryland, boosting tourism and jobs.





















