Arkansas’s Global Economy
The Arkansas Economic Development Commission's Global Business Development team assists international companies in making the right investment decision. See what makes Arkansas stand out as one of the top destinations for foreign-owned companies. Download our Executive Overview below to learn more about doing business in the natural state.
Foreign-Owned Companies Are Finding Success in Arkansas
Luxembourg
FEBRUARY 2026 – Faymonville held a steel topping off ceremony for its new $100 million manufacturing facility in Little Rock, Arkansas.
France
FEBRUARY 2026 – Sediver announced the company is expanding its manufacturing plant in West Memphis, Arkansas and will create 40 new jobs.
Japan
FEBRUARY 2026 – InnovAsian is building a new frozen food manufacturing facility in Jonesboro, Arkansas that will create approximately 200 new jobs.
Israel/USA
NOVEMBER 2025 – R2S is opening its new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in East Camden, Arkansas to support production of the Tamir and SkyHunter missiles.
Japan
SEPTEMBER 2025 – Nidec Motor Corporation is expanding in Mena, Arkansas with a $19 million investment that will create 35 new jobs.
India
AUGUST 2025 – Welspun Tubular is investing $150 million to expand in Little Rock, Arkansas, creating 300 new jobs.
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