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GE Vernova’s  $70 Million Expansion Strengthens Escambia County’s Role in Clean Energy

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GE Vernova recently completed a significant $70 million expansion of its manufacturing facility in Escambia County, Florida, just outside of the City of Pensacola.  This investment reflects the company’s continued confidence in the region and its commitment to strengthening U.S.-based manufacturing for the clean energy sector.  The expansion comes at a pivotal moment, as evolving federal policies … Read more

Why Economic Development Is Escambia County’s Best Investment

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By Chris Platé, CEO, FloridaWest Economic Development Alliance Over the past decade, a $5.75 million cumulative investment by the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners to PEDC has generated more than $31.3 million in new gross ad valorem tax revenue, which is a 444% Return on Investment (ROI).  In addition, the investment has yielded a Compound … Read more

Pensacola’s GE Vernova is equipping wind farms in Texas

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Pensacola’s GE Vernova is equipping wind farms in Texas with more than 100 turbines! GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) announced that it has entered into an agreement with RWE to provide 109 of its 2.8 MW–127m* onshore wind turbines to power the Honey Mesquite wind farm in Glasscock County, Texas and repower the Forest Creek … Read more

Key Tutoring growing young minds, and their staff

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One in five of children have dyslexia, the number one learning disability in the nation. One CO:LAB company is making strides giving to give those kids a chance. Key Tutoring, an emerging educational service in Pensacola, is experiencing significant growth at CO:LAB, the business incubator that supports startups and entrepreneurs in Northwest Florida. The company, … Read more

Foiling Week in Pensacola

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Foiling Week, an international festival celebrating hydrofoiling watercraft, made its U.S. debut in Pensacola, Florida, from Feb. 24 to March 2, 2025. Traditionally held in Lake Garda, Italy, the event brought together sailors, designers and enthusiasts to showcase cutting-edge foiling technology. The weeklong festivities featured races across various classes, including Moth, WASZP, A-Class Catamaran, BirdyFish … Read more

King Aero builds demo jet engine for George Stone students

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“FloridaWest has been our partner for many years, connecting us with industry partners and helping us grow.” King Aero Management, Pensacola supplier and repairer of aircraft turboprop engine parts, has a unique connection to the George Stone Technical College. The two have been working together for several years to help build the future of aviation … Read more

AlgaPlast hosts open house to announce their U.S. expansion in Century

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Exciting News for Century, Florida! FloridaWest Economic Development Alliance proudly announces that Algaplast Corp. is establishing its first U.S.-based operations in Century! This incredible project, part of the renowned Grupo GA230 family of companies from Brazil, will bring 25 new manufacturing and technical jobs to the area over the next three to five years. Algaplast specializes in … Read more

GE Vernova to invest $600 million in U.S. manufacturing sites – $100 million to manufacturing sites including Pensacola

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GE Vernova Inc, America’s leading energy manufacturing company, is planning to invest nearly $600 million in its U.S. factories and facilities over the next two years to help meet the surging electricity demands around the world. The new investments – expected to create more than 1,500 new U.S. jobs – will help drive U.S. energy … Read more

Pensacola’s American Magic and Nautor Swan partner to create new competitive platform

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From American Magic American Magic, the US challenger for the 36th and 37th America’s Cup, and Nautor Swan, a global leader in yacht design and manufacturing, on Sunday, 19th January, announced their intention to create a strategic partnership aimed at energizing sailing in America and growing the marine industry. The joint venture will initially focus … Read more