Pitt County Honored Attindas and Christeyns
The local economic development board recognized the two manufacturers for recent expansions and community investment.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Jobs — General
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Pitt County Economic Development presented the Industry of the Year awards to Attindas and Christeyns during the 32nd Annual Existing Industries Reception. The honor recognizes both companies for significant facility expansions and long-term commitments to the Greenville area.
Why it matters
These awards highlight the growth of manufacturing in the region and recognize businesses that contribute to local employment and infrastructure development. The investments signal a strengthening of the local industrial sector during National Manufacturing Week.
Attindas announced 25 new jobs and $25.2 million in capital investment, while Christeyns committed to 21 new jobs and $10.5 million in capital investment. These figures reflect the latest expansions announced during the 32nd annual reception.
The players
Attindas
This company specializes in the design and manufacture of various absorbent hygiene products.
Christeyns
Headquartered in Greenville, this manufacturer provides chemical detergents and industrial cleaning solutions.
Pitt County Economic Development
This local government agency promotes industrial growth and oversees business recognition programs in the county.
The details
Attindas, which designs and manufactures absorbent hygiene products, joins detergent manufacturer Christeyns in these expansion efforts. Christeyns, which is headquartered in Greenville, specifically committed to consolidating its local operations into a new manufacturing facility.
Timeline
October 6, 2026: Pitt County presented the Industry of the Year awards at the 32nd Annual Existing Industries Reception.
Market Landscape
The recognition of these expansions reflects a broader trend of industrial consolidation and growth in the North Carolina manufacturing sector. This moves Greenville forward as a competitive hub, positioning local firms to better vie for market share against national rivals.
The creation of 46 new jobs in Greenville provides tangible employment opportunities for local residents in the manufacturing sector. These investments also aim to improve the efficiency and capacity of local cleaning and hygiene product production for regional consumers.
The takeaway
These expansion projects represent a significant boost to the regional economy through both capital infusion and new job creation. Local job seekers may find increased opportunities as both companies move forward with their announced facilities.
Further reading
Learn more about local labor market developments in the Jobs — General section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WNCT Channel 9 Greenville/New Bern.
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