FROM THE FORT | Economic Development News from the Fort Worth EDP

Fort Worth Kicks Off 2025 with Major Business Announcements and Milestones

Fort Worth begins 2025 with significant business milestones, including a new headquarters, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers. Highlights include MP Materials producing rare earth magnets, Fonroche Lighting establishing its U.S. headquarters, and Torc Robotics launching an autonomous trucking hub. These developments underscore Fort Worth’s growing reputation as a hub for innovation and economic growth.

→ Read why these announcements matter to Fort Worth economic development.

How Fort Worth supplanted Austin as Texas' top boomtown

Recent population estimates from the Texas Demographic Center indicate that Fort Worth may soon become the state’s next city with more than one million people.

→ See Robert Allen's Take in The Texas Tribune.

New Embraer facility in Fort Worth wins 2024 Impact Award

Embraer's new $57 million maintenance facility in Fort Worth, creating 250 jobs by 2029, received the 2024 Impact Award for Aerospace from Business Facilities.

→ Read why Embraer was recognized for this award.