Key Industries
Grand Island has identified six strategic economic development targets - four competitive sectors and two developmental sectors - that merit strategic targeting for economic, community, workforce, and business development resources in Grand Island.
"Competitive sectors" represent those sectors that are currently concentrated to some degree in Grand Island and the surrounding region, exhibit strong near-term growth potential in the next five years, and currently benefit from some existing asset base from which existing and prospective companies derive some competitive advantage(s).
"Developmental sectors" represent those sectors for which the community is not currently competitive but may have long-term development potential with adequate investment in the community's asset base. Although these sectors may not drive significant job creation in the near-term, they align with other desired attributes of the community and its residents as identified through public input. Such desired attributes include greater economic diversification, more plentiful "white collar" jobs, and the development of an economic identity outside of manufacturing and agriculture.
Grand Island is an ideal location for these industries:
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Transload & Logistics
A central location and multiple access points to major transportation make us a prime location for transload and shipping centers.
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Distribution & Warehouse
Quickly deliver to anywhere in the continental U.S. from our centrally-located city, an ideal spot for warehouse and distribution centers.
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Manufacturing & Industry
Grand Island's strength in manufacturing is well-known, with much of its existing manufacturing base being tied to agricultural roots.
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Agriculture & Agribusiness
From corn and soybean farmers to ranch and cattle operations, Grand Island is Nebraska's hub for agriculture and ag-related business.
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Alternative Energy
Grand Island is a prime spot for alternative energy expansion, with access to wind farms and crops and facilities for producing biofuels.
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Data & Call Centers
A low cost of living, talented workforce and a variety of available properties, Grand Island is ready for your business support operation.
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