The FloridaWest Board of Directors is excited to announce the selection of Chris Platé as its new Chief Executive Officer. Platé brings nearly 30 years of experience in economic development, leading initiatives that have created 7,000 new manufacturing jobs and generated more than $4 billion in capital investment across North and South Carolina. For the past 25 years, Platé has … Read more
With GE’s announcement last year that they are investing $20 million in nacelle manufacturing facilities in Pensacola to expand production capacity and bring new products to market, suppliers BlueWind Technology and Jupiter Bach are positioning themselves to deliver. Jupiter Bach North America recently held a groundbreaking ceremony where company leadership announced they’re adding new jobs … Read more
From WEAR TV-3 Pensacola International Airport is receiving a $4 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Airport Terminal Program (ATP). This is the first time the Pensacola airport has been awarded funds through the initiative, which aims to modernize airport terminals nationwide. “The grant will … Read more
From WUWF.com – The debate over what to do with more than 500 acres of public land known as OLF-8 has long been a source of controversy in Escambia County. Now, as commissioners consider selling the entire parcel to a private developer, an economic analysis has raised the stakes—to the tune of $1 billion. The analysis, … Read more
From LocalPulse.com – The University of West Florida’s proposal for a new research program known as Water and Vessel Engineering sailed through the provisional approval, subject to negotiating a term sheet and legal contract, from the Triumph Gulf Coast board of directors. UWF’s Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering requested $3,315,600 to establish WAVE … Read more
From Conde Nast Traveler “Florida certainly has no shortage of beautiful beaches, but few places have the blindingly white sand and Caribbean-blue waters you’ll find in and around this town. Head to the nearby barrier islands for the best (and least crowded) stretches of sand: Pensacola Beach on Santa Rosa Island is often cited as … Read more
The USNS Sgt. William R. Button seems to overshadow the Port of Pensacola these days, its giant silhouette hiding the myriad of port operations that happen every day in our city’s downtown. The USNS Button, an auxiliary vessel owned by the U.S. Navy in non-commissioned service and crewed by civilians, is at the Port of … Read more
NYYC American Magic’s America’s Cup campaign came to a close, showcasing their relentless determination and resilience. After years of tireless preparation and countless hours on the water, the team faced every challenge with heart and soul. The team’s will to win was evident from the initial race to the final moments as they battled fiercely, … Read more
FloridaWest can bring the advantages of Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) directly to your company to lower importing costs, enhance inventory control and improve supply chain pace and flexibility. What is a Foreign Trade Zone? Foreign-Trade Zones are secure areas under supervision of U.S. Customs and Border Protection that are considered outside the customs territory of … Read more
From The Aerospace Alliance Northwest Florida is a vibrant region with diverse industry sectors and a population of more than 1.1 million residents. The region has six aviation-focused military bases that employ more than 56,000 individuals. These bases specialize in aviation activities such as unmanned aerial systems, weapons testing, pilot training, and aerospace systems research and development. … Read more
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