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Global Aerospace Leader Indra Group Chooses Kansas for New Radar Manufacturing Facility
Team Kansas celebrates Indra Group’s nearly $7.5 million investment in Olathe Kansas is adding another global aerospace and technology leader to its growing roster of companies investing in the Sunflower State. Indra Group, a global leader in air traffic management and mobility technology, has selected Olathe for its newest U.S. facility. The company will invest…
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Chiefs + Kansas: A New Chapter for the Sunflower State
Kansas is preparing to welcome one of the most recognizable sports franchises in America. The Kansas City Chiefs and the State of Kansas have reached an agreement for a new domed stadium and mixed-use entertainment district in Wyandotte County, along with a new team headquarters and training facility in Olathe. The $3 billion stadium is…
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Panasonic Opens Historic De Soto Facility
Three years after one of the largest economic development announcements in Kansas history, Panasonic Energy’s De Soto facility is officially producing batteries. Panasonic celebrated the grand opening of its new electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant in July, marking the transition from a $4 billion investment announcement to an operating advanced manufacturing facility. The project is…
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Heartland Coca-Cola Opens New $400 Million Olathe Production Campus
A familiar brand now has a major new production and distribution home in Kansas. Heartland Coca-Cola has opened its new Olathe Production Campus, a 700,000-square-foot facility representing an investment of more than $400 million. Sitting on 150 acres, the campus will serve as a major production hub for a company that reaches 25,000 customers and…
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The Second Largest Private Investment in Kansas History – And a Major Win for the Animal Health Corridor
Merck Animal Health is investing $895 million to expand its De Soto, Kansas facility — the second largest private investment in state history. Team Kansas celebrates this major win for innovation, job creation, and the future of animal health.
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Fiserv Chooses Kansas
Kansas continues its incredible momentum on the national stage. Team Kansas proudly congratulates Governor Laura Kelly, the Kansas Department of Commerce, and all partners involved in today’s exciting announcement: Fiserv will open a Strategic Fintech Hub in Overland Park, Kansas, bringing 2,000 new high-wage jobs and a $6.5 billion economic impact over the next decade.
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Kansas Aviation Takes Flight: Major Expansion in Sumner County
Celebrating Growth in Kansas! Team Kansas extends its heartfelt congratulations to AAR CORP. on their commitment to expand operations in Wellington, Kansas, with a significant $9.5 million investment. This expansion will add 100,000 square feet to their facility in Sumner County and bring up to 100 new job opportunities to the region. We also applaud…
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Kansas Secures National Recognition with GAF Expansion in Newton
The GAF project is a testament to the power of partnerships. Harvey County Economic Development Council (HCEDC), a proud member of Team Kansas, played a key role in working with local leaders, state officials, and GAF to showcase Newton as the ideal location for their expansion. As GAF CEO John Altmeyer noted, Newton’s strong community…
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Celebrating Kansas’ Minority and Women-Owned Business Successes
Team Kansas was honored to sponsor the 39th Annual Minority and Women Business Awards Gala, a prestigious event celebrating the diversity, talent, and entrepreneurial spirit of Kansas’ minority- and women-owned businesses. Hosted by the Kansas Department of Commerce’s Office of Minority and Women Business Development, this year’s gala recognized 14 outstanding individuals and companies for…
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MARSHALLTOWN’s Strategic Investment in Wyandotte County
Team Kansas Celebrates MARSHALLTOWN’s $27M Investment in Wyandotte County MARSHALLTOWN has announced a $27 million investment in a new distribution center in Wyandotte County, creating 40 new jobs. This expansion highlights Kansas’s strategic advantages, including a central location and skilled workforce. As Lieutenant Governor David Toland noted, “When companies like MARSHALLTOWN are looking to expand…