
Siemens to Locate Wind Turbine Facility in Kansas
Siemens Energy, the third largest maker of wind turbines, announced that it has chosen to build its first U.S. nacelle production facility in Hutchinson, KS. They plan on breaking ground in August, 2009. Read more>>
CiBOR receives KBA grant to bring bio-composites to Wichita
Researchers at the National Center of Innovation for Biomaterials in Orthopaedic Research (CiBOR) are expanding on aviation composite research to develop medical instruments and composite implants that some say could improve the practice of orthopedics. Read more>>
Nex-Tech Aerospace Expanding in Wichita
Nex-Tech Aerospace, a premier global manufacturer of machine parts and assemblies for aerospace and defense, announced it will expand its current machining capabilities in Wichita. Read more >>
South Central Kansas - the Perfect Place for Business — The region has it all - infrastructure, skilled workforce and strong entrepreneurship. Learn all this and more here. Read more >>
Kansas #1 in Technology Jobs — As of April, 2009, Kansas ranked #1 in high-tech industry job growth according to the most recent reported period per the Kansas Technology Enterprise Corp. Read more >>
GWEDC Recognized by Site Selection Magazine — The May issue recognizes GWEDC as one of the top 20 Economic Development Organizations of 2008. Read more >>
Life at Full Throttle — With over 40 museums & galleries, 10 performing arts theaters, 14 musical organizations and more, Wichita rivals larger markets. Read more >>
YP Sees Clear Forecast — Andrew, a KSN3 meteorologist, and NY native was excited to find a young professionals network & a great quality of live when he moved to Wichita. Read more >>
Wichita has one of the Shortest Commute Times in the Country. — Wichita metro area average one-way travel time to work is about 18 minutes (26% shorter than the national average.) Read more >>
Spirit AeroSystems Chooses Wichita to Expand Operations — Spirit plans to build a new factory to accommodate the Columbus fuselage along with existing products and other new programs. Read more >>
FlightSafety International launches major Wichita expansion — The world’s premier aviation training organization will significantly expand its Wichita presence. Read more >>
INVISTA + Wichita = Success — Headquarted in Wichita, INVISTA is one of the world's largest integrated fibers and polymers businesses with global presense. Read more >>
WSU ranks third in Aero R&D
WSU now ranks third among all U.S. universities in
aerospace engineering research and development.
aerospace engineering research and development.
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