Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp are visiting Belgium and the United Kingdom to strengthen economic ties and promote investment in the state, officials announced earlier this week. Governor Kemp highlighted the significance of the manufacturing and technology sectors, noting the value of meeting directly with companies to discuss opportunities for investment and workforce growth in Georgia.
The initiative reflects Georgia’s long-standing international partnerships, with a European presence established in 1973 and engagement with the United Kingdom beginning in 2002. In 2024, Georgia reported $4.8 billion in trade with Belgium and $5.7 billion with the U.K. According to GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson, European companies operate in industries such as life sciences, manufacturing, and technology that contribute to employment in Georgia.
Governor Kemp’s itinerary includes visits to European company operations with a presence in Georgia, including Beaulieu International Group’s Beauflor USA, Bekaert, Dumaplast, JCB, Prayon Group, Resilux, Sage, and UCB SA. These companies operate in a range of industries, from flooring manufacturing in Bartow County to biopharmaceuticals in Cobb County.
Governor Kemp’s international mission includes meetings with leaders and representatives of companies operating or planning operations in Georgia, highlighting the state’s focus on global economic engagement. The visits aim to support investment, job creation, and industry development in Georgia. For more information on the Governor’s economic development efforts and their impact on the state’s trade relations, visit the Office of the Governor.
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