Virginia Gateway

Virginia's Gateway Region (VGR) is a private, non-profit economic development organization that serves as the primary advocate for the advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing cluster in Central Virginia. Headquartered in Colonial Heights, VGR represents a strategic corridor including the cities of Petersburg, Hopewell, and Colonial Heights, which has emerged as a global hub for onshoring the production of essential medicines and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). The organization facilitates high-impact partnerships between private industry leaders like Phlow Corporation and Civica Rx, academic institutions such as Virginia Commonwealth University, and government agencies like BARDA. VGR's efforts have secured significant federal funding and private investment, establishing the region as a leader in continuous flow manufacturing and pharmaceutical supply chain resilience. The organization plays a critical role in coordinating the regional ecosystem to address national drug shortages and enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities.