New and expanding Mooresville businesses in 2026: QA1's $12 million, 60-job site, LKN Crossing, EnergyUnited and Gaylor Electric, plus how to find openings.
Last checked Oct. 11, 2026. This roundup is refreshed monthly. Facts come from the Iredell County Economic Development Corporation’s new and expanding companies list, Town of Mooresville news releases and the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce. Tell us about an opening through our contact page.
Mooresville’s biggest business news this year is in its industrial and business parks. The Iredell County Economic Development Corporation, which tracks company announcements, lists four Mooresville projects for 2026, led by a $12 million, 60-job QA1 facility. For a ribbon cutting or a new storefront, the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce is the first stop: 704-664-3898.
Who to call
- Ribbon cuttings and grand openings: Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce, 704-664-3898; book up to three weeks ahead (details)
- Company relocations and expansions: Iredell County EDC
- Zoning and building permits for a new location: see our permits guide
- Food businesses: Iredell County Environmental Health, Mooresville office, 704-664-5281
Announced in 2026
From the EDC’s new and expanding companies list:
| Company | Type | Investment | Jobs | Square feet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QA1 | New | $12 million | 60 | 81,120 |
| LKN Crossing | Product development | $100 million | Not listed | 885,000 |
| EnergyUnited | Expanding | Not listed | Not listed | 250,000 |
| Gaylor Electric | Expanding | Not listed | Not listed | 215,000 |
“Product development” is the EDC’s term for buildings put up for future tenants. LKN Crossing’s 885,000 square feet is the largest Mooresville entry on the list since the 1 million-square-foot North Charlotte Commerce Center building in 2022.
Also this year
- MSI Defense Solutions showed off EAGLS, a mobile, radar-equipped anti-drone launcher system it builds in Mooresville, in March, the town said. The company had also received the Governor’s Export Award of Excellence.
- In 2025 the EDC recorded expansions at Carolina Beverage (27 jobs across two projects) and Queen City Pastry ($2.5 million, 15 jobs).
The bigger picture
Since January 2018 the EDC has logged about 70 Mooresville announcements. The largest by jobs are Corvid Technologies (367 jobs in 2018 and 54 more in 2024), BestCo (394 jobs in 2022) and DEHN Inc. (195 jobs in 2024). Several are motorsports suppliers, including Roush Yates Engines, Holley Performance Products, Bell Racing USA and Toyota Racing Development.
Downtown shops
The Mooresville Downtown Commission lists downtown businesses taking part in its events on its site, including Fred & June’s Books, 162 N. Main St.; Mooresville Arts, 103 W. Center Ave.; Four Corners Framing & Gallery, 148 N. Main St.; and Stardust Cellars, 228 N. Main St.
Starting a business here
- Name and entity: LLCs and corporations register with the N.C. Secretary of State. Sole proprietors using another name file an assumed business name with the Iredell County Register of Deeds.
- Location: check zoning with Mooresville Planning, 704-662-7040, before you sign a lease.
- Business personal property: list business equipment with the Iredell County Assessor; see our property tax guide.
What this means for you
- 2026’s announced projects list 60 new jobs, all at QA1, plus large new buildings and expansions.
- New shop or restaurant? Tell the chamber and tell us.
More: restaurant inspection scores and Mooresville home prices.
Frequently asked questions
What new companies are coming to Mooresville in 2026?
Iredell County’s economic development corporation lists four Mooresville projects for 2026: a new $12 million QA1 facility with 60 jobs, the LKN Crossing development, and expansions by EnergyUnited and Gaylor Electric.
How do I find out about new business openings in Mooresville?
The Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce holds ribbon cuttings for members (704-664-3898), the Mooresville Downtown Commission lists downtown businesses, and Iredell County EDC posts new and expanding company announcements.
Where do I register a new business in North Carolina?
Corporations and LLCs file with the N.C. Secretary of State. A sole proprietor using a different business name files an assumed business name certificate with the Iredell County Register of Deeds.
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