ATLANTA, Oct. 13 -- Gov. Brian P. Kemp issued the following press release:

ATLANTA - Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that VDL Groep (VDL), a global Dutch mechanical engineering and equipment manufacturer, will invest an estimated $77 million over the next several years to expand its footprint in Hall County, creating approximately 120 new jobs."Companies like VDL Groep not only continue to choose Georgia for an initial investment, they also choose to grow their footprint here again and again because of our pro-business environment and partnership approach," said Governor Brian P. Kemp. "That includes our efforts to be the Top State for Talent, so manufacturers like VDL Groep have the reliable, highly-skilled workforce they need to s...