The Little Rock Regional Chamber is representing the region at the 2025 Paris Air Show in Paris, France. Featuring over 30 states and 2500 companies, the Paris Air Show is one of the most significant aerospace events in the world, attracting companies, executives, economic developers, and more from around the globe.
Led by Governor Sanders, Team Arkansas is promoting the state’s industry at the Arkansas booth and meeting with executives across the trade show floor.
The Chamber’s efforts include meeting with existing and prospective companies as well as trade associations and site location consultants. It was during the 2023 Air Show that the Chamber became aware of an issue prohibiting Dassault Falcon Jet’s growth in Little Rock. Upon resolution of the issue, the company announced an 800-job expansion in December of 2023, solidifying its presence in Little Rock.
The trade mission will also include a breakfast hosted by Governor Sanders inviting French executives as a sign of appreciation for investing in Arkansas. Additionally, the Chamber will join the Governor for private meetings with companies that have invested in the Little Rock region with the aim of expanding investment in Arkansas.
The effort will conclude with a visit to the headquarters of the Faymonville Group in Luxembourg. The company is under construction on its first United States production facility in Little Rock following its 2024 announcement to invest $100 million and create 500 new jobs.
The Chamber’s foreign direct investment efforts are funded by MetRock Forward, a coalition of over 100 investors that recognize the importance of promoting Little Rock on the global stage. Coming off foreign direct investment announcements from Dassault Falcon Jet, Elopak, Faymonville, and Welspun, the Little Rock region has a compelling story to share with companies looking to expand in the United States.
To learn more about the Chamber’s economic development efforts, visit littlerockchamber.com.