Logistics Company TQL Expands Texas Presence with New Office in Fort Worth
The second-largest freight brokerage in North America previously expanded to Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. TQL’s new Fort Worth office “underscores our city’s strength as a hub for logistics and innovation, supported by a large talent pool,” said Robert Allen, president and CEO of the Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership. [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="970"] […]
Torc Signs Lease Agreement for New Autonomous Truck Hub in Dallas-Fort Worth Area for Testing and Commercial Operations
New space in AllianceTexas will support the growth and development of Torc’s autonomous driving product by Torc | Jan 7, 2025 BLACKSBURG, Va – Jan. 7, 2024 – Torc, an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG and a pioneer in commercializing self-driving vehicle technology, today announced the company has signed a leasing agreement for a facility located […]
New Bell defense contract was a joint effort
Fort Worth solidifies its place as a military manufacturing hub. By Robert Allen and Lisa Atherton Dec. 19, 2024 [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="830"] Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (left) hands a certificate and shakes hands with Bell Textron CEO Lisa Atherton. The two announced that components for the next generation of military assault helicopters, the V-280 […]
Fort Worth Continues Playing ‘Its Proper Part’ in Bell Announcement
[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Gov. Greg Abbott, front, with Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker, left, and Councilman Alan Blaylock, with the Tarrant County state delegation, Bell CEO Lisa Atherton, center right, and U.S. Rep.-elect Craig Goldman, back right.[/caption] Fort Worth Inc. by John Henry Mere hours before his ill-fated trip east to Dallas in November […]
Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership Announces Two New Hires
New Hires Mark Significant Milestone in Building Fort Worth EDP Economic Development Team Fort Worth, Texas—The Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership (Fort Worth EDP) today announced the hiring of Spencer Mitchell as Vice President of Economic Development and Katie McConnell as Associate. These additions mark a significant milestone in building the Fort Worth EDP team […]
Fort Worth: A Hub of Aerospace, Defense, and Mobility Innovation
Fort Worth is not just a city; it’s a dynamic, economic powerhouse, showcasing a robust and diversified economy. This strength stems from its key industry clusters, particularly aerospace, defense, and mobility, which are critical to both the local and national economy. By Jessica Heer, Executive Vice President | November 18, 2024 Aerospace & Defense: State […]
Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership Announces Hiring of Chelsea Griffith as VP of Investor Relations
Fort Worth EDP also announces $500,000 gift from Leo Potishman Foundation. Fort Worth, Texas—The Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership (Fort Worth EDP) today announced the hiring of Chelsea Griffith as Vice President of Investor Relations and announced a $500,000 gift from the Leo Potishman Foundation. The Fort Worth EDP has successfully secured $3 million to […]
Fort Worth annexes land to expand commercial development in Walsh area
The city of Fort Worth added more than 110 acres via an annexation of an area contiguous to the Walsh development in Parker County. City Council voted unanimously Oct. 29 to annex 78 acres of land and 32 acres of right-of-way in an area known as Walsh West. The area is north of Interstate 20 […]
South end of downtown Fort Worth prepares for big changes amid Convention Center revamp
The expansion and refurbishment of the Fort Worth Convention Center notched a milestone in early August, when the project saw its highest structural steel beam hoisted into place with the traditional fir tree along for the ride. It was the first topping-out ceremony for the $95 million city project, courtesy of a construction management joint venture AECOM […]
TCU and UTA Partner on Joint MD‑PhD Program To Create ‘Physician Scientists’
The dual-degree program merges the Burnett School of Medicine at TCU’s novel approach to medical education with the interdisciplinary research expertise of UTA’s Department of Bioengineering. The goal: giving students the knowledge and skills “to lead advancements in health care innovation.” TCU and UTA are partnering on a joint MD/PhD degree program to create “physician […]
