Raytheon, an RTX business, was awarded a $1.1 billion contract from the U.S. Navy to produce AIM-9X Block II missiles to bolster U.S. military inventory and meet increased demand from allied nations. Under the contract, Raytheon will produce AIM-9X missiles along with associated hardware and software for U.S. and Foreign Military Sales customers. "Our teams have … [More]
Valley Chip Giant Makes $7B Bet on Next-Gen Computing
onsemi and Synaptics Incorporated announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which onsemi has agreed to acquire Synaptics in an all-stock transaction, representing a total enterprise value of approximately $7 billion. The transaction value reflects a fixed exchange ratio of 1.350 shares of onsemi common stock for each Synaptics share and represents an … [More]
Canada Reopens Phoenix Office Following Long Hiatus
To further strengthen the growing relationship between Arizona and Canada, dignitaries and leaders from both regions gathered to mark the opening of the new Canada Consulate office in Phoenix with a ribbon cutting ceremony and reception held on June 24, 2026. Governor Katie Hobbs joined Mark Wiseman, Ambassador of Canada to the United States; Sylvie Bédard, Consul General … [More]
Waymo Names Management Firm for Massive Surprise Test Facility
At Waymo's Arizona proving ground, Transportation Research Center engineers, technicians, mechanics and vehicle operators will work alongside leading mobility and technology companies to develop, validate and refine automated driving technologies destined to transform how people and goods move. “This is an important expansion of TRC’s national footprint and a strong … [More]
Major Arizona Copper Deal Creates North American Mining Giant
Hudbay Minerals Inc. announced the closing of its previously announced acquisition of Arizona Sonoran Copper Company Inc. (“Arizona Sonoran”) by way of a court-approved plan of arrangement, pursuant to which Hudbay has acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Arizona Sonoran, not already owned by Hudbay. Arizona Sonoran is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of … [More]
Buc-ee’s Makes Arizona Debut with Goodyear Travel Center
Buc-ee's, home of the world's cleanest bathrooms, freshest food, and friendliest beaver, unveiled its newest travel center in Goodyear, Arizona, on Monday, June 22, 2026. Doors opened to the public at 6 a.m., followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 8:00 a.m. MST. Located at 1001 N. Bullard Avenue in Goodyear, Buc-ee's Goodyear occupies 74,000 square feet and offers 120 … [More]
Chandler PCB Materials Manufacturer Acquired by Texas Firm
Isola Group, a Chandler-headquartered manufacturer of advanced materials used to make printed circuit boards, announced that it has joined Principal Mineral. For more than 100 years, Isola has manufactured the high-performance materials at the heart of printed circuit boards. Isola’s products are trusted by leading companies across aerospace, defense, communications, … [More]
Fast-Growing Scottsdale Fitness Brand Expands with Second Studio
NYX Cycle + Fitness Co-Founders Jeff and Kelle Hohl, Holland Scattergood, Demar Jackson, and Kristin Cangemi, announced the brand’s expansion with the opening of a second Arizona location, NYX NORTH. The new 3,300 square foot studio, located at 9719 N Hayden Road, Suite C, officially opens its doors on Saturday, June 27, with a Grand Opening Ride for Free promotion, good from … [More]
East Coast Dining Concept to Debut at PV, Gilbert Developments
Vandelay Companies, the hospitality development company celebrated for its timeless design and exceptional dining experiences, is expanding its portfolio by bringing its beloved East Coast-inspired concept, Hudson House, to Greater Phoenix with two new locations slated to open in 2027. The two forthcoming Hudson House locations will anchor premier new developments in the … [More]
Southern Arizona Growth Draws Phoenix Retail Brokerage to Tucson
Phoenix-based retail brokerage specialist Western Retail Advisors has announced the opening of a Tucson office, further expanding the firm’s long-standing Arizona presence. The office will be led by Nancy McClure (pictured), who joins Western Retail Advisors as Senior Vice President & Southern Arizona Market Leader. McClure brings decades of retail real estate experience … [More]
Scottsdale RCM Company Expands Global Footprint with Manila Hub
Nobility RCM, a leader in medical and dental revenue cycle management solutions, has expanded its global presence by adding a major operations center in Makati City, a suburb of Manila in the Philippines. This location is Nobility’s third wholly owned subsidiary in a global market, preceded by locations in Rawalpindi, Pakistan and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. These locations … [More]
Camelback Corridor Redevelopment Introduces Six Dining Concepts Under One Roof
Chef and restaurateur Christopher Collins, founder of Common Ground Culinary and the creative mind behind beloved Valley concepts including The Collins Small Batch Kitchen, The Neighborly, and Grassroots Kitchen & Tap, is expanding his footprint beyond the traditional dining room and setting his sights on a new arm of his culinary operations with the debut of One Sixth, an … [More]
Airbus Supplier Day Highlights Arizona’s Growing A&D Ecosystem
With rapid momentum across Arizona’s dynamic aerospace and defense ecosystem, Airbus, a global aerospace and defense leader, and the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), hosted Airbus Supplier Day on June 12, 2026. Governor Katie Hobbs joined Robin Hayes, Chairman and CEO of Airbus in North America; Sharon Green, CEO of Unical; Sandra Watson, President and CEO of the Arizona … [More]
Arizona’s Buy-Local Campaign Returns With Independents Week
Local First Arizona’s Independents Week returns June 29 through July 7, 2026 — a statewide, nine-day campaign celebrating the independent businesses that power Arizona’s economy and give its communities their character. This year, the campaign shines a spotlight on Local First Arizona’s coalition businesses, giving Arizonans a cheat code to discover the certified local … [More]
One of the Valley’s Most Recognizable Injury Firms Expands to Denver
Rafi Law Group, the Arizona-based personal injury law firm, announced that the firm has opened a new office in Denver, marking the firm’s first location outside Arizona and a significant milestone in its national expansion strategy. Located at 1380 South Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO 80223, the Denver office represents the firm’s entry into the Colorado market and reflects the … [More]
Empire Paving Opens New Phoenix Headquarters
Empire Paving & Maintenance, a leading Arizona-based construction and maintenance company, announced the opening of its new office at 1902 E. Washington St. The move marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth and reflects its ongoing commitment to collaboration, efficiency, and future expansion. Previously headquartered in Tempe near Tempe Marketplace, Empire … [More]
Chandler Aviation Supplier Expands with 45k SF Dallas Distribution Hub
AvAir, an industry-leading inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket, has announced the opening of a new 45,000-square-foot warehouse facility in Grapevine, Texas, adjacent to the Dallas-Fort Worth International airport (DFW). The Dallas–Fort Worth area has a well-established aerospace and aviation presence and ranks among North America’s largest … [More]
SRP Completes 200 MW Battery Storage Facility in Coolidge
EDP Renewables North America LLC and Salt River Project, a not for-profit public power utility serving more than two million people in central Arizona, today celebrated the completion of Flatland Energy Storage, a 200 megawatt (MW) / 800 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system (BESS) in Coolidge, Arizona. Flatland Energy Storage has the capacity to power the … [More]
