Category: Economic Development

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Future Aquarium Will Bring Fun, Jobs and Economic Impact

April 17, 2025 – Among the key findings, the future Bowen Aquarium and Conservation Center is projected to have an annual total economic impact of more than $128 million in area sales, generating a local labor income of over $43 million and supporting over 1,000 jobs.

Florida’s Space Coast Launches New Brand

January 30, 2024 – Last week, at the Economic Development Commission of Florida Space Coast’s 2024 Annual Meeting, our community joined together for the unveiling of the first-ever community-wide brand for our region- “Florida’s Space Coast: Tomorrow Launches Here.”

MLB Economic Engine

August 09, 2021 – Viera is centrally located and within easy reach of three international airports. MLB is an economic driver for the region.

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Supersonic Aviation Project Gains Momentum

March 30 2021 — Aerion Supersonic is well on its way to reshaping the general aviation industry with the AS2 supersonic commercial aircraft designed to reach speeds of Mach 1.4 (over 1,000 mph) with the ability to accept 100% biofuels.