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aerospace

Shield AI Chooses Washington for X-BAT Autonomous Aircraft Manufacturing, Plans 4,000 Greater Seattle Jobs by 2030
October 7, 2026October 8, 2026

Shield AI has chosen Washington state as the production home for X-BAT, its next-generation AI-piloted vertical takeoff and landing fighter aircraft, marking a major advanced manufacturing investment in Greater Seattle and a significant win for Washington’s aerospace economy. The San Diego-based defense technology company has signed a lease for a new manufacturing and engineering facility…

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economic development

Greater Seattle Partners Announces 15 Companies Selected for Cohort 5 of the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator
September 23, 2026September 23, 2026

Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) is pleased to announce 15 companies selected for Cohort 5 of the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator, a customized export training program designed to help businesses across King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties enter new international markets and grow their global sales. The Greater Seattle Export Accelerator (GSEA) provides participating companies with expert…

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Startups

Peer Metro Startup & Innovation Scorecard
September 21, 2026October 20, 2026

Greater Seattle Partners compares startups founded since 2023 across Seattle, Boston, Austin, Denver, and Phoenix to assess startup formation, funding, sector strengths, and Seattle’s competitive position among peer innovation metros. Startups Founded Since 2023 Metro Startups Founded Since 2023 Total Funding Raised Average Funding per Startup Boston 1,000 $14.9B ~$14.9M Austin 964 $5.4B ~$5.6M Seattle…

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economic development

Challenge Seattle Invests $1 Million in Greater Seattle Partners to Advance Regional Economic Competitiveness
September 15, 2026September 15, 2026

Three-year investment will support regional collaboration, economic competitiveness research, and efforts to strengthen and grow the Puget Sound economy Challenge Seattle has announced a $1 million, three-year investment in Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) to advance regional economic competitiveness and support implementation of key recommendations from Keeping Puget Sound Strong: A Regional Plan for Jobs and…

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economic development

Greater Seattle Peer Metro Scorecard: Competitive Benchmarking
September 1, 2026September 8, 2026

Greater Seattle Partners compares Greater Seattle with Austin, Denver, Boston, Phoenix and San Francisco across key economic and workforce indicators to assess the region’s competitive position for business attraction. Metric Greater Seattle Austin Denver Boston Phoenix San Francisco Population (2025) 4.16M 2.61M 3.06M 5.05M 5.22M 4.61M Jobs (2025) 2.35M 1.45M 1.79M 3.02M 2.65M 2.68M Job…

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economic development

Greater Seattle Business Investment Report 2026: Major Expansions and New Company Investments
July 27, 2026July 30, 2026

During the first seven months of 2026, Greater Seattle continued to attract both international investment and significant domestic expansion. Companies established North American headquarters, opened engineering hubs, expanded advanced manufacturing, and committed to long-term office, industrial, and research facilities across King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties. Artificial intelligence companies emerged as a major driver of regional…

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life sciences

Greater Seattle Life Sciences Industry in 2025: Employment, Innovation, Funding, and Market Trends
July 20, 2026July 20, 2026

Greater Seattle is home to one of the nation’s leading life sciences ecosystems, bringing together biotechnology, pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical devices, diagnostics, digital health, and contract research organizations within a collaborative innovation environment. The region combines world-class scientific research, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and a highly skilled workforce to support both global life sciences companies and a…

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aerospace

Greater Seattle Aerospace Industry in 2025
July 15, 2026July 15, 2026

Greater Seattle is home to one of the world’s most advanced aerospace ecosystems. The region hosts the nation’s largest aerospace supply chain, supports more than 900 aerospace companies, and has become one of North America’s fastest-growing centers for commercial space innovation. Anchored by global industry leaders including Boeing, Alaska Airlines, Blue Origin, SpaceX, ATS, Crane…

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Information Technology

Greater Seattle Technology & AI Industry Report 2025: Workforce, Investment, and Market Trends
July 6, 2026July 15, 2026

2025 Technology Industry Snapshot This 2025 Technology & AI Industry Report highlights recent trends in workforce growth, AI talent, venture capital investment, and innovation, demonstrating why the region remains a preferred location for technology companies and investors. For a comprehensive overview of the region’s technology industry, major employers, and competitive advantages, explore Greater Seattle Partners’…

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Foreign Direct Investment

Taiwan’s eNeural Technologies Establishes North American Headquarters in Bellevue, Washington
June 29, 2026July 6, 2026

Edge AI company plans $3.5 million investment and 30 jobs in Greater Seattle over the next three years BELLEVUE, Wash. — Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) today announced that Taiwan-based eNeural Technologies Americas, Inc., a leading embedded AI company delivering end-to-end software, silicon IP, and edge AI solutions, has established its North American headquarters in Bellevue,…

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economic development | Startups

Greater Seattle Startup Funding and Venture Capital Trends 2025
June 17, 2026June 17, 2026

Greater Seattle Startup Funding Highlights Startup Ecosystem Snapshot Greater Seattle Continues to Attract Venture Capital Investment Greater Seattle remains one of the nation’s leading centers for innovation, entrepreneurship, and venture capital investment. The region’s startup community continues to attract significant funding across artificial intelligence, aerospace, life sciences, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and advanced manufacturing. While the…

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Foreign Direct Investment

Greater Seattle Foreign Direct Investment Overview 2025
June 9, 2026July 15, 2026

Greater Seattle Continues to Attract and Generate Global Investment Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) plays a critical role in economic growth, job creation, innovation, and international business expansion. Inbound FDI occurs when companies headquartered outside the United States invest in operations within the Greater Seattle region. Outbound FDI refers to Greater Seattle-based companies investing in business…

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