North America’s largest automotive supplier to build...

August 8, 2024

New investment and jobs from Magna to bolster Greater Phoenix MESA, Ariz. (Aug. 8, 2024) – The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) and city of Mesa are pleased to announce that Magna, a mobility technology company and one the largest suppliers in the automotive space, is building a manufacturing facility in […]

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Biden-Harris Administration announces preliminary terms...

July 26, 2024

Proposed CHIPS investment would enable end-to-end chip production to occur in the United States while creating 2,000 jobs in Arizona Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce and Amkor Technology, Inc. have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) to provide up to $400 million in proposed direct funding under […]

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Wholesale aviation parts distributor Southern Cross...

July 23, 2024

Southern Cross Aviation will bolster the Greater Phoenix aviation and aerospace and defense industries Mesa, Ariz. (July 23, 2024) — Southern Cross Aviation, a leading wholesale aviation parts distributor, announced today its expansion to Mesa, Arizona, to support the thriving general aviation, commercial aviation, and defense aerospace industries in Greater Phoenix. This strategic expansion marks […]

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Regional Report: The Future of Mining in Arizona

Non-fuel minerals production will play a key role in the electrification of the economy For centuries, mining has been a central part of the Arizona economy. From Native Americans and Spanish explorers in the early modern era to the influx of new residents in the 19th and 20th centuries, these aggregates and minerals — especially […]

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ASU, GPEC launch new brand, enhanced benefits in program...

June 20, 2024

Arizona International Soft Landing Experience (AISLE) offers an accessible U.S. entry point within Greater Phoenix   PHOENIX (June 20, 2024) — Arizona State University (ASU) and the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) announced today a new program title, brand and benefit package for the joint program helping international companies accelerate United States growth plans, now […]

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Arizona wins 4th consecutive Gold Shovel Award recognizing...

June 20, 2024

LG Energy Solution’s $5.5 billion investment in Queen Creek wins “Manufacturing Project Of The Year” PHOENIX (June 20, 2024) – Arizona today was awarded a prestigious “Gold Shovel” award from Area Development Magazine in the 5-8 million population category, marking the state’s fourth consecutive gold shovel. The Shovel Awards recognize states that “garnered large job-creating and investment projects through […]

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GPEC, StartupAZ enter partnership to further cultivate...

June 12, 2024

Greater Phoenix startups, entrepreneurs will have more access points and connections to industry leaders PHOENIX (June 12, 2024) — Today, the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) and StartupAZ announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) highlighting efforts to collaboratively cultivate Greater Phoenix’s startup ecosystem. The new partnership will create additional access points at […]

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Expertec acquires Work Truck Solutions, announces first...

June 10, 2024

Expertec’s acquisition and expansion establishes Greater Phoenix as the U.S. home for the Canadian vehicle upfitter Gilbert, Ariz. (June 10, 2024) — In a strategic move to bolster its presence in the United States, Expertec, a leading provider of vehicle upfitting solutions based in Canada, has announced its expansion to Gilbert, Arizona aligned with its […]

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Joint Letter of Support: The importance of Chase Field...

June 10, 2024

Reviewing the economic impact of the Arizona Diamondbacks and the county-owned Chase Field This is a shared message from a group of partners: The Arizona Chamber of Commerce, Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association, Greater Phoenix Chamber, Greater Phoenix Economic Council, Greater Phoenix Leadership, and Phoenix Community Alliance. The continued and accelerated growth of Phoenix and […]

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U.S. direct air capture company CarbonCapture Inc....

June 6, 2024

At full capacity, the 83,000 sq. ft facility will produce 4,000 modules per year MESA, Ariz. (June 5, 2024) — CarbonCapture Inc. (CarbonCapture), a leading U.S. direct air capture (DAC) company that builds modular systems that can be mass produced, today signed a lease for an 83,000 ft2 high-volume manufacturing facility in Mesa, Arizona, for […]

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