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Medina Today
By the People, for the People
Ohio Approves Tax Credits for 7 Projects, Creating Over 1,300 Jobs
The initiatives are projected to generate over $83.5 million in new payroll and $123.4 million in investment across the state.
Mar. 30, 2026 at 7:04pm
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Tax incentives help Ohio attract and retain businesses, fueling job creation and economic growth across the state.Medina TodayThe state of Ohio announced tax incentives for seven economic development projects that are expected to create 1,328 jobs and retain 905 positions across the state. The projects range from manufacturing expansions to new operations in sectors like data centers, aerospace, and mergers and acquisitions.
Why it matters
These investments represent a significant economic boost for Ohio communities, creating hundreds of new jobs and millions in new payroll and investment. The tax credits help attract and retain businesses in the state, supporting Ohio's economic growth and diversification.
The details
The seven projects approved for tax credits include expansions by East Trailers LLC in Portage County, Applied Metal Technologies in Cuyahoga and Medina Counties, Vertiv Corporation in Lawrence County, Dupon USA in Columbus, Copper Run Capital in Columbus, Resonant Sciences in Beavercreek, and APAR USA in Muskingum County. The credits were recommended by JobsOhio and approved by the Ohio Tax Credit Authority.
- The tax credits were announced on March 30, 2026 by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Department of Development.
The players
East Trailers LLC
A manufacturer of aluminum and steel commercial trailers and truck bodies for the North American trucking industry, expanding operations in Portage County.
Applied Metal Technologies Ltd.
A provider of machining, polishing and finishing services to manufacturers, expanding in Cuyahoga and Medina Counties.
Vertiv Corporation
A designer and manufacturer of infrastructure for data centers and communication networks, expanding in Lawrence County.
Dupon USA LLC
A designer of ice cream equipment that plans to construct a new production facility in Columbus.
Copper Run Capital LLC
A boutique mergers and acquisitions firm that will lease new office space in Columbus.
What they’re saying
“These investments represent a significant economic boost for Ohio communities, creating hundreds of new jobs and millions in new payroll and investment.”
— Mike DeWine, Ohio Governor
What’s next
The tax credits approved by the Ohio Tax Credit Authority will support the expansion and new operations of these seven companies across the state.
The takeaway
Ohio's strategic use of tax incentives continues to attract and retain businesses, fueling job creation and economic growth in communities across the state.
