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Commerce Celebrates Major Accomplishments from 2019

January 13, 2020

With the start of 2020, the Oklahoma Department of Commerce is reflecting on 2019 and the work done to create an environment in the state

Welding Technology Training Center to Open at Oklahoma Panhandle State University

December 13, 2019

Federal and state representatives, alongside officials and students from Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU) and High Plains Technology Center (HPTC), recently broke ground on a

Kratos to Produce All Tactical Drones in Oklahoma

December 13, 2019

Just over a year ago, state leaders joined executives from Kratos Defense & Security Solutions for the ribbon cutting of the company’s new 100,000 square foot

Refresco Investing $12 Million in Oklahoma Operation

December 12, 2019

Refresco US, Inc. has announced plans to add 75 new jobs and invest nearly $12 million at its operation in Fort Gibson, Okla. The company says

State Aerospace Program Finishes First Successful Year, Sets Goals for 2020

December 3, 2019

The Oklahoma ACES (Aerospace Commerce Economic Services) program recently celebrated the end of its first year and set plans for the future. Created under House

Jared Cooper, Northeast Regional Development Specialist

Commerce Announces New Northeast Regional Development Specialist

November 21, 2019

The Oklahoma Department of Commerce (Commerce) welcomes Jared Cooper as the new Northeast Regional Development Specialist. In his first month, Cooper has prioritized connecting with

Metals Manufacturers Expands to Aerospace

November 20, 2019

Duncan Machine Products (DMP) is expanding its operations to add aerospace to its repertoire of metals manufacturing. In 2019, DMP attended the Paris Air Show

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ATS World Wide Breaks Ground for Prototype Aircraft Towing System

November 18, 2019

ATS World Wide is beginning construction on the prototype for a new innovative system to move aircraft around airports. Representatives from the Department of Commerce

New Incentives & Updates for Oklahoma

November 12, 2019

During the 2019 Legislative Session, several incentives programs were enacted or updated. All changes are now in effect. Governor’s Quick Action Closing Fund: increased to

New Website to Better Serve Business Expansion & Relocation Professionals

November 1, 2019

The Oklahoma Department of Commerce (Commerce) recently re-launched its website OKcommerce.gov with a new design, increased customer focus and modern features. As the lead economic

Avionics Company Chooses Ponca City

October 31, 2019

The Ponca City Development Authority (PCDA) and Archein Aerospace, LLC, have reached an agreement for the company to lease facilities at Ponca City Airport for

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AAON Opens Research & Development Facility

October 31, 2019

AAON, Inc., a leading manufacturer of heating and cooling products, officially opened the Norman Asbjornson Innovation Center (NAIC) Research and Development Laboratory. The Lieutenant Governor

New Campus at Air Force Base to Bring 1,300 Jobs

October 30, 2019

Tinker Air Force Base has completed the first hangar on its 158-acre campus which will house the maintenance hub for the KC-46A Pegasus. Construction of

Business Park Offers Companies Incentives for Economic Development

October 30, 2019

A unique partnership between George Kaiser Family Foundation (GKFF) and the City of Tulsa is incentivizing companies to expand and become a catalyzing force in growing economic opportunity in

Agreement to Spur Economic Development Potential

October 30, 2019

Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO) has transferred 2,000 acres of its land at the Inola River-Rail site to the City of Tulsa-Rogers County Port

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Keeping you updated on Oklahoma's latest economic development and community news.

Commerce Celebrates Major Accomplishments from 2019

Welding Technology Training Center to Open at Oklahoma Panhandle State University

Kratos to Produce All Tactical Drones in Oklahoma

Refresco Investing $12 Million in Oklahoma Operation

State Aerospace Program Finishes First Successful Year, Sets Goals for 2020

Commerce Announces New Northeast Regional Development Specialist

Metals Manufacturers Expands to Aerospace

ATS World Wide Breaks Ground for Prototype Aircraft Towing System

New Incentives & Updates for Oklahoma

New Website to Better Serve Business Expansion & Relocation Professionals

Avionics Company Chooses Ponca City

AAON Opens Research & Development Facility

New Campus at Air Force Base to Bring 1,300 Jobs

Business Park Offers Companies Incentives for Economic Development

Agreement to Spur Economic Development Potential

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