Fort Worth Lands Adom Industries’ $229M AI-Native Cloud Factory and HQ
The Fort Worth City Council unanimously approved $15 million in incentives Tuesday night as founder John Lauer commits to making Fort Worth home for what he calls the world’s first cloud-connected electronics prototyping facility. “This is going to completely revolutionize the electronics industry,” he says. From left: Kelly Baggett, Fort Worth Innovation Coordinator; District 10 […]
Infrastructure, Flight, and Film: New State Legislation Shaping Fort Worth Economic Development
From high-voltage energy reforms, to securing water supply, to R&D incentives, and film funding, recent legislation from Texas lays the groundwork for Fort Worth’s next decade of economic development and industry leadership. By Katie McConnell, Associate | July 23, 2025 During the 89th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature, several key measures were passed that […]
The Future is on the Silver Screen in Fort Worth’s Growing Film Industry
Fort Worth’s steadily expanding film industry is creating jobs, attracting creative talent, and driving economic growth. With $1.5 billion in new state incentives, local training programs, and national visibility, the city is building a sustainable creative economy built for both creativity and business. By Jessica Heer, Executive Vice President | July 22, 2025 Since the […]
Apple Announces $500M Deal to Buy Rare Earth Magnets From MP Materials’ Fort Worth Plant
Under the deal, rare earth magnets will be developed from 100% recycled materials at MP’s flagship manufacturing plant in Hillwood’s AllianceTexas development. Magnet shipments are slated to begin in 2027 and will ramp up to support “hundreds of millions of Apple devices,” MP said. A front view of Independence, MP Materials’ state-of-the-art rare earth magnet […]
MTU Maintenance Expands in Fort Worth with $120M Investment and 1,200 New Jobs at Perot Field
MTU’s $120M expansion at Perot Field will create 1,200 jobs, boost Fort Worth’s aviation sector, and further strengthen the city’s role in driving global aerospace innovation and growth. MTU Maintenance, a German-based company specializing in aircraft engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), has taken a bold step to grow its North American operations with a […]
Embraer Cuts the Ribbon on First of Two New MRO Facilities at Perot Field, Expanding Fort Worth’s Aerospace Footprint
Embraer’s new MRO facility at Perot Field Alliance Airport brings $70 million in investment, 250 new jobs, and expanded aviation services—further cementing Fort Worth’s aerospace leadership. Fort Worth is once again solidifying its status as the Aviation and Aerospace Capital of Texas. On June 24, Embraer, a global leader in aerospace innovation, officially launched operations […]
Fort Worth Featured on WFAA for Booming Film and Production Scene
WFAA’s Boomtown series spotlighted Fort Worth’s growth through film and economic development, featuring city leaders and industry voices—highlighting the city’s rising visibility, job creation, and strategic momentum. Fort Worth is getting some well-deserved time in the spotlight. On May 23, WFAA Channel 8 aired a Boomtown segment that highlighted the city’s growing role in film […]
Fort Worth Tops One Million as DFW Becomes the Only Metro with Two, Million-Plus Cities
Fort Worth’s climb past one million underscores its growing economic strength and makes DFW the only U.S. metro with two cities—just 30 miles apart—each with more than one million residents. By Jessica Heer, Executive Vice President | May 15, 2025 Fort Worth has officially surpassed one million residents, reaching 1,008,106 people as of July 1, […]
Strategic Inputs & Structural Shifts: Lessons from IAMC on the Future of Site Selection
The Industrial Asset Management Council (IAMC) Spring Forum in Sacramento, CA illuminated a decisive inflection point in industrial and manufacturing location decision strategy. While the traditional pillars of site selection logistics, labor, and incentives remain central, the dialogue has evolved. Increasingly, conversations are oriented around infrastructural certainty, environmental resilience, and the integration of advanced analytics […]
Fort Worth Builds Momentum in Q2 With Major Business Investments and Expansions
Fort Worth kept its economic momentum going strong in Q2 2025, with exciting new investments across aerospace, tech, logistics, and advanced manufacturing. From new headquarters and facility expansions to cutting-edge innovation hubs, the city continues to attract both global companies and bold startups, positioning Fort Worth as a rising leader in business growth, infrastructure, and […]