Foreign Direct Investment Strengthens the Economy in Arkansas

Global investment is growing Arkansas' economy by providing high-quality jobs in local communities. Foreign-owned companies from a variety of industries are finding success in The Natural State.

Transplace’s New Center of Excellence Opens in Northwest Arkansas

Transplace is opening a new state-of-the-art facility in Rogers to support its customer growth and logistics innovation.

Americold Announces $84 Million Investment with Expansion at Russellville Plant

Americold Realty Trust (Americold) will expand its operations in Russellville, Ark., investing approximately $84 million and creating 30 new jobs, the company announced.

Arkansas Airports Receive Almost $25 Million in Funding from FAA

The Federal Aviation Administration has awarded approximately $25 million to airports throughout Arkansas.

Fort Smith Ebbing Air National Guard Base Selected to Host F-35 Training Center

The Department of the Air Force selected Ebbing Air National Guard Base, Fort Smith, Arkansas, as the preferred location to establish an F-35 Lightning II training center.

Arkansas Ranked No. 6 for Lowest Average Electricity Prices

According to an April 2021 Energy Affordability Report by the American Legislative Council, Arkansas holds the No. 6 spot for lowest average electricity prices in the nation.

Arkansas Ranks 2nd for Most Pandemic-Proof Small Businesses

Arkansas was recently ranked no. 2 for states with the most pandemic-proof small businesses.

Arkansas: The Heart of the Nation's Wood Basket

In Arkansas, the forests are healthy, the workforce is trained, and the timber surplus is ready for production.

Transplace’s New Center of Excellence Opens in Northwest Arkansas

Americold Announces $84 Million Investment with Expansion at Russellville Plant

Arkansas Airports Receive Almost $25 Million in Funding from FAA

Fort Smith Ebbing Air National Guard Base Selected to Host F-35 Training Center

Arkansas Ranked No. 6 for Lowest Average Electricity Prices

Arkansas Ranks 2nd for Most Pandemic-Proof Small Businesses

Arkansas: The Heart of the Nation's Wood Basket

Why Arkansas?

This high-energy video showcases multiple business leaders talking about why being in Arkansas is good for business, not only for their organization but also for their employees.

ARKANSAS BUILDING & SITES DATABASE

Arkansas' transportation network and central U.S. location define the state as a strategic distribution center. Midway between Mexico City and Montreal, Arkansas offers a valuable distribution advantage.

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