Arkansas - Expansion Solutions

Building Momentum Across Manufacturing and Emerging Industries

October 13, 2026

Major investments in defense, power infrastructure, lithium and food production are expanding the Natural State’s opportunities for business growth. Arkansas is entering a new phase of industrial growth as companies invest in the systems, materials and products that support the nation’s economy. Recent announcements span munitions manufacturing, electrical infrastructure, steel processing and food production, while an emerging lithium industry is opening another avenue for development. For site selectors and corporate decision-makers, thes...

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SANY Nutrition Group Opens $30M Plus Food Manufacturing Facility in Arkansas

October 19, 2026

Investment is expected to create more than 150 jobs within three years as the company launches its Beyond Resilience protein snack brand in Walmart st...

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Hanwha Defense USA Plans $2.2 Billion Munitions Campus in Pine Bluff, Arkansas

October 19, 2026

Advanced manufacturing campus at Pine Bluff Arsenal is expected to create nearly 400 jobs over seven years and expand U.S. munitions production capaci...

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James & James Developing State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility in Heber Springs, Arkansas

August 5, 2026

HEBER SPRINGS, Ark. – James & James LLC, a leading Arkansas‑based hardwood furniture manufacturer, is developing a new state‑of‑the‑...

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L3Harris Breaks Ground on New PAC-3 Missile Propulsion Facilities in Arkansas

July 20, 2026

Expansion Supports Increased Production for U.S. Army Air Defense Programs L3Harris Technologies has broken ground on two new missile propulsion manuf...

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Faymonville Group Reaches Construction Milestone at First U.S. Manufacturing Facility in Little Rock

March 11, 2026

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Mar. 11, 2026) — Faymonville Group has reached a major construction milestone at its new manufacturing facility in Little Rock, m...

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Sediver USA Expanding West Memphis Manufacturing Facility, Adding 40 Jobs

March 11, 2026

WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (Mar. 11, 2026) — Sediver USA is expanding its manufacturing operations in West Memphis following a major production milestone, w...

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Previously Archived Features

Little Towns, Big Moves: The American Dream is Alive and Well in Small Arkansas Towns

October 30, 2025

One of the most limiting ideas in American business is the assumption that ...

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October 21, 2026 - October 23, 2026

Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Friday, October 23, 2026 FABTECH provides a convenient venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, see the latest industry products and developments, and find the tools to improve productivity, increase profits and discover new solutions to all of your metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing needs. Location:…

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10 November 2026

TEDC FALL BASIC ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COURSE

November 10, 2026 - November 13, 2026

https://texasedc.org/programs/basic-economic-development-courses Date: November 10-13, 2026 The Texas BEDC is offered three times per year. The BEDC will provide the participant with a comprehensive understanding of the keys of successful economic development. For those new to the profession, the BEDC is the first step toward professional certification. The BEDC is accredited by the International Economic Development…

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Copado to Establish Global Headquarters in New Orleans, Creating 59 New Jobs

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SANY Nutrition Group Opens $30M Plus Food Manufacturing Facility in Arkansas

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