Charlotte, North Carolina, September 24, 2025
News Summary
CERATIZIT has officially inaugurated its new North American headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, underscoring its commitment to expanding operations in the U.S. market. The strategically chosen location boasts easy access to a rich manufacturing ecosystem and a skilled workforce, enhancing CERATIZIT’s ability to serve industries such as aerospace and automotive. Future plans include developing a North American technical center to further bolster workforce training and support innovative industry growth.
Charlotte, North Carolina – CERATIZIT has inaugurated its new North American headquarters in Charlotte, marking a significant milestone in the company’s strategic base-of-operations plan. This phase one completion reflects the company’s commitment to enhancing its operations and presence in the U.S. market.
The headquarters is located within the Griffith Gateway office park at 625 Griffith Road, conveniently situated less than a mile from Interstate 77, and is approximately 20 minutes from Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The selection of Charlotte as the headquarters location followed a thorough site selection process that began in 2024. Key priorities included customer accessibility, proximity to a robust manufacturing ecosystem, and a strong pool of skilled talent.
North Carolina’s diverse manufacturing sector was a key factor contributing to the site’s appeal for CERATIZIT. The company is renowned for providing cutting tools to various industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, and precision manufacturing, aligning perfectly with the state’s expanding OEM and Tier 1 sectors.
Workforce and Technical Development
A major advantage of Charlotte is its skilled workforce, bolstered by local investments in technical colleges, trade schools, and universities that offer programs in engineering, machining, and manufacturing technologies. This talent pool is expected to facilitate CERATIZIT’s growth objectives in the United States.
As part of its future plans, CERATIZIT will embark on phase two of the headquarters project, which includes establishing a dedicated space for its North American technical center. This new center aims to leverage the state’s talent and serve as a training partner for educational institutions in the region.
Managerial Insights
Troy Wilt, managing director of CERATIZIT USA, Cutting Tools Division, noted that the opening of the headquarters and technical center reflects the company’s intentional growth strategy in the U.S. market. Alongside this facility, CERATIZIT maintains a manufacturing facility in Sacramento, California, which highlights the company’s nationwide operational footprint.
Conclusion
The opening of the new headquarters in Charlotte signals CERATIZIT’s commitment to fostering industry growth and innovation, benefiting from a state that offers a vibrant manufacturing environment and a solid base of talented professionals.
FAQ
What is the location of CERATIZIT’s new North American headquarters?
The headquarters is located at 625 Griffith Road in Charlotte, North Carolina.
When did CERATIZIT begin the site selection for its headquarters?
The site selection for the headquarters began in 2024.
What industries does CERATIZIT serve?
CERATIZIT specializes in supplying cutting tools to industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, and precision manufacturing.
What are the plans for the future phases of the headquarters?
As part of phase two of the project, CERATIZIT plans to include a dedicated space for its North American technical center at the new headquarters.
Where is CERATIZIT’s existing manufacturing facility located?
The company also has a manufacturing facility located in Sacramento, California.
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