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Southern Arizona related to economic development.
Tucson & Southern Arizona: Accelerating an Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem
Advanced manufacturing in Tucson and Southern Arizona is a growing segment of the local economy. The region is home to many companies across a variety of industries with robust manufacturing operations such as Leonardo Electronics Inc., Roche Tissue Diagnostics and…
BD to Invest $65 Million for Key Supply Chain Infrastructure in Tucson, Arizona to Increase Resiliency of U.S. Medical Device Supply
For Immediate Release TUCSON, ARIZ. (Apr. 1, 2021) – BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, announced today it will invest $65 million to construct a state-of-the-art facility in Tucson, Arizona that will be…
Amazon Expands Investment in Tucson with New Sortation Center
March 23, 2021 – Amazon is continuing its investment in Arizona with two new sortation centers, including one in Tucson, to support customer fulfillment and delivery operations. The Tucson site is expected to open later this year and create hundreds of…
Edmund Optics Inc. Opens New Assembly and Advanced Design Facility in Tucson, AZ
Increases Domestic Manufacturing and Design Capabilities February 18, 2021 – Edmund Optics®, the premier provider of optical and imaging components, announced today that it has opened a new Assembly and Advanced Design Facility in Tucson, AZ, where the company already has an…
Tucson: Powering an Emerging Ecommerce Trade/ Retail Distribution Corridor
Metro Tucson’s strategic southwest location provides easy and fast access to California, Mexico and Texas – three of the world’s largest economies. Metro Tucson is less than an hour from Mexico, Arizona’s number one trading partner; and an hour and…
Pima County Tops in Attracting Talent to Area
Source: Pima County Pima County made the biggest gains in the country in attracting talent to the region, according to recent analysis from Emsi, an international labor market data company. Their data crunchers regularly examine community trends in the competition for talent.…
CCG Catalyst Consulting, Arizona Bankers Association Announce The Arizona Fintech Council
New initiative will connect fintechs across the world with US financial institutions to drive product and service innovation. For Immediate Release Contacts: CCG Catalyst Consulting 2375 East Camelback Road Suite 690 Phoenix, AZ 85016 480-744-2240 Arizona Bankers Association 111 W…
PVB Breaks Ground on New Headquarters in Marana, Arizona
Land Purchase and New Facility to Accommodate Growth of Nearly 170 Jobs For Immediate Release Media Contacts: Shawn Reeder, Director of Business Services PVB (520) 623-3529 or shawnr@pvbfabs.com Laura Shaw, Sr. Vice President Sun Corridor Inc. (520) 609-5972 cell or laura.shaw@suncorridorinc.com Tucson,…
Recent Project Successes and Announcements
Business Attraction & Expansion Successes July 1, 2019 – December 31, 2020 See past business attractions and expansions: Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY18/19 Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY17/18 Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY16/17 Catholic University of…
Bioscience Is Booming in Tucson and Southern Arizona
Southern Arizona continues to climb in prominence for bioscience, diagnostics and medical device companies. Anchored by its strengths of an educated workforce, access to funding and a cutting-edge research university, Southern Arizona is poised to meet the needs of companies…
WOW Studios Chooses Downtown Tucson, Arizona for New Headquarters
Renowned Designer Joey Rodolfo To Establish Design and Innovation Center, Focus on Health/Wellness and Wearable Tech For Immediate Release Media Contacts: Joey Rodolfo WOW Studios joey@wow-studios.com www.wow-studios.com Laura Shaw, Sr. Vice President Sun Corridor Inc. (520) 609-5972 cell or…
Imperfect Foods Starts Delivery in Tucson, Arizona
Imperfect Foods is an online grocer committed to eliminating food waste and building a better food system for everyone. The company sources surplus food and imperfect produce directly from farmers, growers and food purveyors and delivers these goods directly to customers’…
DoorDash Announces New DashMart On-Demand Convenience Delivery in Tucson, Arizona
For Immediate Release Media Contacts: Laura Shaw Senior Vice President, Sun Corridor Inc. (520) 609-5972 or laura.shaw@suncorridorinc.comMattie Magdovitz Director, Public Relations, DoorDash mattie@doordash.com Tucson, AZ (October 1, 2020) – Today DoorDash, the nation’s leading last-mile logistics platform, announces it will…
Sandvik Materials Technology Expands to Tucson, Arizona
Second U.S. Location to Manufacture Fine Medical Wire and Components For Immediate Release Media Contacts: Gary Davies, Head of Business Unit Medical Sandvik Materials Technology (386) 447-5019 or gary.davies@sandvik.com Laura Shaw, Sr. Vice President Sun Corridor Inc. (520) 609-5972 cell…
Autonomous Technology Thriving in Arizona
Arizona is rapidly becoming the top proving ground for autonomous technology innovation. There are a number of key factors that make Arizona a favorable market and continue drawing companies that are looking for a great ecosystem supporting the autonomous technology…
Verifone Opens Customer Service and Tech Support Operation in Tucson, AZ
August 28, 2020 – Tucson welcomes Verifone to the community with the announcement of a new customer service and tech support operation bringing 168 jobs and a total economic impact of $174 million over the next five years. The company…
Nanomoneo Establishes Biotech Operation in Tucson, Arizona
For Immediate Release Media Contacts: Tech Parks Arizona – Jessa Turner, (520) 405-8262 or jbturner@uatechpark.org Nanomoneo – Juliann Talkington, (520) 216-7525 or jtalkington@nanomoneo.com Tucson, AZ (August 27, 2020) – After a competitive, multi-state process, Nanomoneo, a biotechnology instrument company, announces today that…
Wireless Telecom Company to Open Tucson Location, Adding 300 Jobs
August 20, 2020 – COMSovereign Holding Corp. announces manufacturing operation to open in Tucson, creating 300 jobs and a total economic impact of $438 million. The company will manufacture wireless radio components including equipment for emerging 5G wireless phone networks. COMSovereign Holding…
SSG Names Tucson as Strong Market to Recover From COVID-19
Source: Site Selectors Guild Suburbs & Mid-Size Cities Are In, Big Cities Are Out; Site Consultant Survey Finds Shifting Corporate Location Preferences July 16, 2020 – Suburban areas and mid-size cities, followed by rural areas, will be the biggest winners of new…
Sun Corridor Inc. Names New Board Chair and Officers for FY 2020-2021
For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Shaw Sr. Vice President (520) 609-5972 or laura.shaw@suncorridorinc.com TUCSON, AZ, July 14, 2020 – Sun Corridor Inc. today announces the following new leadership positions for the Fiscal Year 20-21 beginning July 1: Officers: Chair of the Board: Judy…
Distant Focus Corporation Relocates Headquarters to Tucson
Distant Focus, an R&D manufacturing and engineering firm that specializes in optical and sensing technologies, has relocated their headquarters and manufacturing to Tucson. Distant Focus will hire 15 optical engineers, highly skilled technicians and machinists, as well as general production w…
Raytheon’s Economic Impact to Arizona Now Tops $2.6 Billion
Raytheon makes a $2.6 billion annual economic impact to Arizona, according to a new study conducted by Arizona State University’s Seidman Institute. The latest study shows Raytheon’s annual impact across Arizona has grown by more than $500 million in the last three years. Increas…
Southern New Hampshire University Seeks Candidates for 150 Open Positions at New Tucson Operations Center
SNHU will hire approximately 150 staff members initially, with plans to hire 300 total staff members in Tucson by 2021.
Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY18/19
List of Sun Corridor Inc. Business Attraction & Expansion Successes: July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2019
Senior Living at Dove Mountain to Begin Construction On First Arizona Location
Update: The senior living facility has been renamed from “Dove Mountain Senior Living” to “La Sonora at Dove Mountain”. The name was chosen as La Sonora is a Spanish name that is derived from The Sonoran Desert and reflects the…
Southern New Hampshire University Announces New Operations Center in Tucson
Southern New Hampshire University’s new Tucson, Arizona Operations Center will help better serve students in western time zones, bringing 350 jobs to the area.
Symboticware Announces New US/Mexico Headquarters in Tucson, AZ
Symboticware announces a new US/Mexico Headquarters in Tucson, AZ. The new Tucson office was chosen in order to be closer to their customers and key mining markets in the US and Mexico. This office will include an estimated 20 high-tech jobs.
Amazon expands Tucson presence with major project on city’s west side
Amazon is expanding its presence in Tucson with a major development under construction on the city’s west side
Northwest Healthcare Announces Eastside Expansion in Tucson, AZ With Nearly 600 Jobs
Northwest Healthcare announces a new 70-bed hospital and expanded medical services near Houghton Road and Old Spanish Trail.
Tucson mining-tech firm Modular plans to add 35 high-paying jobs
Longtime Tucson mining-technology firm Modular Mining is planning to add 35 high-paying jobs in a $6.4 million expansion at its south-side facility, according to documents filed with the city.
Harsch Investment Properties Breaks Ground on 157,500 SF Spec Building in Tucson, Arizona
Harsch Investment Properties hosts the groundbreaking event today on a 157,500 square foot speculative building at the Tucson Airport Distribution Center Building B
Imperfect Selects Tucson, Arizona for New Customer Care Center
San Francisco-based produce delivery company to bring 350 jobs to region
Sun Corridor Inc. Wins Two AAED Golden Prospector Awards For Economic Development
Sun Corridor Inc. has won two Golden Prospector Awards from the Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED), recognizing excellence, innovation and creativity in economic development.
Self-driving Truck Company TuSimple Announces Expansion in Tucson, Arizona
TuSimple, a global self-driving truck solutions company, today announced plans for further expansion in Tucson, Arizona.
AXISCADES Selects Tucson, Arizona for New Engineering Center
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey and Mritunjay Singh, CEO and Executive Director of AXISCADES, one of India’s leading technology solutions providers, today announced the company’s expansion into Tucson, Arizona, where it will create hundreds of jobs primarily in mechanical and electrical e…
Texas Instruments to build $29M facility in Tucson, add 35 high-paying jobs
Texas Instruments is planning to build a new office building on the last vacant parcel in the Williams Centre.
Arizona Commerce Authority Launches New Interactive Map That Showcases Arizona’s Assets
Just launched: a new user-friendly tool great for highlighting AZ’s statewide resources! @azcommerce’s Arizona Assets Map identifies infrastructure, land ownership, educational resources, community profiles & much more
Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY17/18
List of Sun Corridor Inc. Business Attraction & Expansion Successes: July 1, 2017 – June 30, 2018
Northwest Hospital Continues Expanding in Tucson
Tucson, AZ (May 22, 2018) – Northwest Healthcare (NH) has announced it will continue its “No Boundaries” strategy by embarking on approximately $150 million of expansion projects and renovations beginning in 2018. The multi-million dollar investment to enhance patient…
Amazon Announces New Tucson Fulfillment Center
Amazon currently employs more than 7,000 in Arizona; new Tucson facility will employ more than 1,500
Tucson Airports Partner With Economic Development Agency Sun Corridor Inc.
New partnership will maximize commercial and industrial development and investment of the region’s airports.
National Insurer GEICO Plans to Move; Expand to a New Facility at The Bridges
For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Shaw, Chief Marketing Officer, Sun Corridor Inc. (520) 609-5972 or laura.shaw@suncorridorinc.com National Insurer Plans to Move, Expand to a New Facility at The Bridges in Tucson, Arizona TUCSON, ARIZONA, Jan. 9, 2018 – Bourn…
First Quarter of FY2018 Sees Continuous Economic Growth
Over 300 new jobs announced; Over $210 million in Economic Impact
Tucson-based World View Successful in First Launch from Spaceport Tucson
Spaceport Tucson now open for business after FAA approval.
Sun Corridor Inc. Releases 2017 Annual Report
Sun Corridor Inc. collaborates with BizTucson to publish the 60-page Special Section as a component of the Fall 2017 issue.
Sun Corridor Inc. Sends Amazon a Full-sized Saguaro as Headquarters Welcome Gift
Invites Amazon to explore why Southern Arizona is the right fit for its HQ2
TuSimple Announces New Tucson Operation for Autonomous Vehicle R&D
TuSimple projects to hire 100 employees, mainly engineers, and invest $15 million in capital investment over the next five years to develop and test autonomous vehicle technology for the commercial trucking industry.
Sun Corridor Inc. Annual Meeting
Dr. Robert Robbins will outline his vision and priorities for the University of Arizona at our Annual Meeting on October 19.
Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY16/17
List of Sun Corridor Inc. Business Attraction & Expansion Successes: July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017
Hexagon Mining selects downtown Tucson, AZ for headquarters
Hexagon Mining today announces the relocation and expansion of its Tucson, AZ-based North American headquarters to downtown Tucson.
ADP to Add 250 Jobs to its Workforce in Tucson
ADP® is adding 250 positions to its Tucson workforce, bringing to 400 the number of ADP associates in Tucson and to nearly 2,000 the number of ADP associates who will be working in Arizona.
Recent Project Successes and Announcements
Business Attraction & Expansion Successes July 1, 2019 – December 31, 2020 See past business attractions and expansions: Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY18/19 Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY17/18 Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY16/17 Catholic University of…
Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY18/19
List of Sun Corridor Inc. Business Attraction & Expansion Successes: July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2019
Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY17/18
List of Sun Corridor Inc. Business Attraction & Expansion Successes: July 1, 2017 – June 30, 2018
Recent Project Successes and Announcements FY16/17
List of Sun Corridor Inc. Business Attraction & Expansion Successes: July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017