TULSA’S FUTURE
ACROSS THE TULSA REGION THE BUZZ AROUND TULSA BUSINESS
Agile Space Industries
• World class space engine testing center located adjacent to the Tulsa International Airport
• Leading provider in aerospace propulsion and testing solutions for over 15 years
• 10,000+ satellites in space now. 6x more expected by 2030 that require testing prior to launch
• Tulsa set to be a premier location for space engine testing
CBC Global Ammunition
• World leader in small caliber ammunition
• New manufacturing plant at MidAmerica Industrial Park— one of the largest industrial parks in the world
• Creating 350 jobs and four factories on campus
• Brazilian company
SIXT USA
• A global leader in premium mobility services
• Offering premium fleets, driver service and competitive pricing
• New shared services/back office center in downtown Tulsa
• 100 Jobs
EGA Emirates Global Aluminum
• World’s largest aluminum producer investing $4 billion into a new plant
• Will produce 600,000 tons of aluminum annually, at the Tulsa Port of Inola, which will double the domestic supply supporting key sectors
• Creating 1,000 direct jobs and 1,800 indirect jobs
TULSA’S ECONOMIC EDGE
Lufthansa - Expansion
• MRO services for aircraft components
• Established in Tulsa in 2008
• Located at Tulsa International Airport
• Began with 3 employees at the Tulsa location, and have grown to over 500 and continues to add more
Google + Data Center Growth
• $9 billion investment in the state of Oklahoma, such as in Pryor
• Facility in Pryor is the secondlargest data center in the world
• Hundreds of jobs, major economic investment, and support for schools and nonprofits from Google
• Beale Infrastructure recently announced multi-phase investment reaching $3 billion
• Global heat exchange solutions provider
• New manufacturing facility in Tulsa will be it’s largest facility globally — 453,000 sq ft
• Emphasis on supporting the data center industry
• Creating 400 new jobs
REGIONAL PARTNER
WINS
Google
• Announcement of two data center campuses, located in Muskogee
• Multibillion dollar projects
• Both campuses have capacity for expansion phases, enabling additional data centers on site
Division Laundry
• Commercial laundry service providing services to healthcare, hospitality, and government clients using advanced, eco-friendly technology
• 50,000 sq. ft site on 10 acres in Muskogee
• Creating 100 new jobs
• Family owned, third generation company
Stardust Power
• Groundbreaking of $1.2 billion battery-grade lithium refinery, located in Muskogee
• One of the largest U.S. battery-grade lithium refineries
• Hundreds of high-quality jobs
• Strengthens domestic energy and supply chain security element
Solar Turbines
• Manufactures industrial gas turbine systems providing energy solutions in the oil and gas, power generation, and industrial sectors
• Expansion of 22,000 sq. ft. facility in Broken Arrow
• 29 new full time positions
Zeeco, Inc.
• Global leader in the design and manufacturing of advanced combustion and environmental solutions, located in Broken Arrow
• 200,000 sq ft manufacturing expansion at Global Technology Center to support growing global demand for combustion, emissions control, and heat transfer technologies
• Creating 50 new manufacturing jobs, making total of 200+ employees
• State-of-the-art equipment and expanded production capacity
Superior Grinding
• Superior Grinding in Claremore offers a variety of services including production surface grinding, honing, sharpening, CNC milling and machining
• The Superior Grinding ribbon cutting marked the opening of a new facility, highlighting continued industrial growth and innovation in the community
• The expansion brings new employment opportunities and strengthens Claremore’s local manufacturing workforce.
STATE OF ECONOMY
• At the Chamber’s State of the Economy & Tulsa’s Future Annual Meeting, the message emphasized that the Tulsa region’s economic assets are interconnected and succeed through collective regional strategy
• It was highlighted that no single community operates in isolation, noting that regional collaboration is essential to driving sustainable economic growth
• The panel featured four regional partners representing a diverse cross-section of the region—from smaller rural communities and port infrastructure to a tribal nation and a large metropolitan community—underscoring the breadth of perspectives shaping regional success
WORKFORCE
• Work-based learning opportunities play a critical role in strengthening the talent pipeline and retaining local workforce
• Tulsa’s Future programs prioritize early career exposure by connecting students directly with local employers
• Tulsa’s Next Gen Talent provided externship experiences for 36 Black high school students, expanding access to professional pathways
• Career Exploration Tours connected 10 local employers with 146 high school students, showcasing diverse career opportunities available within the Tulsa region
• Training for Industry Program (TIP) supports new and expanding businesses in the region with reimbursements for on-demand trainings as approved
• The Tulsa region is home to 11 universities; including public, private and HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges)
• Ranked 7th nationally for attracting college graduates
BUSINESS & ECONOMY
• Oklahoma is ranked 5th in Corporate Tax Climate
• Tulsa region ranks 2nd among large-U.S. city manufacturing hubs
• 3 year-round inlandports
• Industrial Electric Rates 30% below national average
• 3 sovereign Native American nations within the Tulsa region
• $1B currently in new developments in downtown Tulsa
• Designated Tech Hub by U.S. EDA
LIFESTYLE & CULTURE
• Cost of living 17% below national average
• The Wall Street Journal included Tulsa on its list of the “10 Best Places to Visit in 2026”
• Gathering Place named best city park by USA Today—2021, 2024
• One of the world’s greatest places to visit—Time magazine 2022
• Tulsa named “Best Oktoberfest in America” by USA Today 2024
• Tulsa is a culinary hub: From James Beard winners to hidden gems, find a blend of traditional and global flavor
MAY 30 JUNE 5 - 7 JUNE 22 - 26
Route 66 Centennial Classic Car Parade
Guinness World Record™ attempt for largest classic car parade.
Tulsa Tough
3-day bike festival bringing in thousands of cyclists from around the world.
USA Gymnastics
2,000 elite gymnasts competing for national team spot.
Tulsa’s Future is an ongoing initiative of public and private regional economic development led by the Tulsa Regional Chamber. Tulsa’s Future represents a 22 county area encompassing local cities, counties and tribal nations in northeast Oklahoma. The initiative leverages diverse strategies to ensure northeast Oklahoma is a vibrant and innovative place for businesses, residents, students and visitors.
