Tech Center Newport News: A Catalyst for Innovation on the Peninsula
By Bob McKenna, Virginia Peninsula Chamber
Tech Center in Newport News stands as a shining example of what visionary collaboration can achieve. This 100-acre development, which is a partnership between the City of Newport News, W.M. Jordan Company, Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center, and Jefferson Lab, blends innovation, lifestyle, and commerce to drive economic growth and inspire technological breakthroughs.
Anchored by Jefferson Lab, a U.S. Department of Energy National Accelerator Facility, Tech Center is a dynamic hub with a mission to serve as a gateway to Virginia Tech’s resources while fostering lifelong learning and professional growth for the Hampton Roads region and beyond.
The development encompasses three transformative phases:
- The Marketplace at Tech Center is a 250,000 sq. ft. shopping and dining hub, featuring Whole Foods, and was completed in 2015.
- Venture Apartments are luxury apartments offering smart technology and top-tier amenities. They were built in 2017.
- Tech Center Research Park is a world-class campus designed for innovation and featuring collaborative office spaces and cutting-edge research facilities.
The anticipated nearly $1 billion annual economic impact underscores Tech Center’s potential to shape the Peninsula’s future as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. With ties to NASA and Jefferson Lab, this development is not just a space to live and work—it’s a launchpad for groundbreaking ideas and vibrant community growth.
The Virginia Tech Newport News Center serves as the heart of this ecosystem, connecting the region with Virginia Tech’s resources and offering customized learning and professional development programs.
Tech Center is more than a place; it’s a vision realized—a catalyst for innovation and a beacon of opportunity on the Peninsula.
