Supreme Nonwoven to Invest $25.8 Million in First U.S. Manufacturing Facility in North Carolina

New Lexington plant to create 50 jobs and strengthen the company’s presence in the North American nonwoven materials market

Governor Josh Stein announced on June 17, 2026, that Supreme Nonwoven Inc. will establish its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Lexington, North Carolina, marking a significant expansion of the company's global operations.

The project includes an investment of $25.8 million and is expected to generate 50 new jobs in Davidson County.

"I am proud to welcome Supreme Nonwoven and the good jobs it will bring to Davidson County," said Governor Josh Stein. "This announcement reinforces what the world already knows: Our state is a premier destination for textile innovation. Our history in this industry is enhanced by a skilled workforce that is ready to support global companies seeking to establish and expand their presence in the United States."

Supreme Nonwoven Inc. is a subsidiary of Supreme Group, India, founded in 1986 by Mohan Kavrie. The company supplies advanced nonwoven materials to industries including apparel, automotive, filtration, and other industrial sectors.

Facility to Support Technical Collaboration

The new facility, spanning more than 200,000 square feet, will function as a center for technical collaboration, allowing the company to work closely with customers and partners across North America on customized nonwoven material solutions.

"Our decision to establish this facility in North Carolina reflects a long-term commitment to serving the U.S. market with locally manufactured nonwoven materials," said Amit Kavrie, Managing Director, Supreme Group. "We see this as an important step in bringing our material technologies and development capabilities closer to customers in the region while building a foundation for long-term growth."

"Lexington offers us a strong base from which to support customers with responsiveness, technical collaboration, and reliable execution," said Manoj Swain, Director of International Operations, Supreme Group. "As we build this operation, our focus will be on creating the right competencies locally while also drawing on the broader capabilities of the Group to serve regional customer requirements over time."

North Carolina's Textile Ecosystem

N.C. Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley said the state continues to strengthen its position in textile manufacturing and nonwoven materials.

"North Carolina’s textile industry continues to set the standard for excellence and innovation," said Lee Lilley. "As the home to the nation’s largest concentration of nonwoven firms and the second-largest textile manufacturing workforce, we have built an ecosystem that combines research, talent, and industry expertise, positioning our state to attract investment and create more opportunities for many years to come."

Jobs, Investment and State Support

The new positions will offer an average annual salary of $55,800, above Davidson County's average annual wage of $54,395. The project is expected to generate an annual payroll impact of approximately $2.79 million for the region.

The company will also be eligible for a performance-based grant of $100,000 from the One North Carolina Fund, subject to meeting job creation and capital investment targets. The grant also requires matching participation from local governments.

N.C. Senator Steve Jarvis said:

"I’m proud to announce this great win for Davidson County and our people. Investments like this create good jobs, strengthen our local economy, and demonstrate confidence in the business-friendly climate we’ve worked hard to build across North Carolina. I look forward to the positive impact this project will have on our community and families for years to come."

N.C. Representative Larry W. Potts added:

"These new jobs and investments are another example of Davidson County competing on a global stage. Supreme Nonwovens could have chosen to invest anywhere in the world, and the company’s decision to establish roots in Lexington is a strong endorsement of our workforce, our business climate, and the collaborative efforts that make projects like this possible."

Project Partners

The project has been supported by the North Carolina Department of Commerce, the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, the North Carolina General Assembly, Commerce’s Division of Workforce Solutions, the North Carolina Community College System, Davidson-Davie Community College, Davidson County, Davidson Water, Inc., the Davidson County Economic Development Commission, Duke Energy, and the City of Lexington.