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The air traffic control tower at Cecil Airport in Jacksonville. | Jacksonville Daily Record
May 13, 2025

Airplane maker could create 1,200 jobs at Cecil Airport

City Council will consider incentives for a project identified only as Project Bluebird.…

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The Holon Mover is an autonomous electric vehicle with a top speed of 37 mph. It has seating for up to 15 passengers. | Benteler
May 24, 2024

City considers $7.7 million for autonomous vehicle plant

New legislation would provide incentives for a manufacturing and assembly plant in Jacksonville.…

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JinkoSolar manufactures solar panels in AllianceFlorida at Cecil Commerce Center in West Jacksonville.
March 14, 2024

Survey shows manufacturing expanding in Jacksonville

The University of North Florida’s Local Economic Indicators Project suggests a brighter outlook for Jacksonville than the rest of the…

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November 8, 2023

Jacksonville manufacturers feel more optimistic

A monthly survey by the University of North Florida is showing more confidence in the economy.…

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Survival life rafts are shown under construction in this image from a Wing Group video about its North Jacksonville plant. | The Wing Group
October 4, 2023

Manufacturer comes to Jax to build rafts and military gear

The Wing Group, based in California, has taken over a closed plant in North Jacksonville…

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June 13, 2023

THE JAXSON | Getting to know the Phoenix neighborhood

Here are five facts about Phoenix, the historic Jacksonville neighborhood named in honor of the city’s rise from the ashes…