The City of Lynchburg Office of Economic Development & Tourism announced today that Polyzent Trading, a Virginia-based startup manufacturer of industrial stretch film used for industrial palletizing and shipping, will establish its first-ever manufacturing operation in Lynchburg. The company will invest $1.1 million and create 20 new jobs across manufacturing, marketing, and management.
The announcement follows Governor Glenn Youngkin’s release earlier today, recognizing Polyzent’s role in strengthening Virginia’s manufacturing and supply-chain ecosystem.
“We are excited to welcome this Virginia-based manufacturer to the City of Lynchburg,” said Lynchburg Mayor Larry Taylor. “Their investment represents confidence in our city’s economy and workforce. Our strong manufacturing heritage and supportive climate make it the perfect place for companies like this to launch, grow, and succeed.”
Polyzent will launch operations in December 2025 with a fully automated extrusion line capable of producing 40–50 tons of high-quality stretch film each month. This investment directly supports the region’s growing manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution sectors.
“With our stretch-film manufacturing facility launching in December 2025, Polyzent is committed to producing high-quality cast film right here in Virginia,” said Polyzent Founder Dhaivat Patel. “Local extrusion means shorter lead times, consistent quality, and reduced dependence on foreign stretch-film imports. As we expand our capabilities into specialty films and sustainable packaging solutions, we invite Virginia manufacturers and national supply-chain partners to support American-made film and help build a stronger industrial future.”
“Polyzent choosing Lynchburg highlights our talent, our competitiveness, and our momentum. We’re proud to support this investment and the jobs it brings,” says John Stone, Chair, Economic Development Authority of the City of Lynchburg.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Polyzent to the City of Lynchburg. Their investment and new jobs strengthen our manufacturing sector and our city’s growing economic momentum,” says Marjette Upshur, Director, Office of Economic Development & Tourism
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) and the City of Lynchburg partnered to secure the project. VEDP will support Polyzent through the Virginia Jobs Investment Program (VJIP), which assists companies with workforce recruitment and training. As a business incentive supporting economic development, VJIP reduces the human resource costs of new and expanding companies. VJIP is state-funded, demonstrating Virginia’s commitment to enhancing job opportunities for citizens.
View the Governor’s press release:
https://www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/news-releases/2025/november/name-1071723-en.html