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Aerospace Industry Momentum Drives Industrial Expansion
The St. Louis region is experiencing significant growth in the aerospace industry, driven by its role as the anchor of the I-44 Aerospace Supply Chain Corridor. The region’s workforce, multimodal infrastructure, and industrial real estate assets have attracted manufacturers and logistics operators, including Boeing, which is investing $1.8 billion in expanding its North St. Louis facility. According to a report by Steadfast City Economic and Community Partners, the corridor supports over 1.6 million jobs and generates more than $250 billion in economic activity. This article originally appeared in the September 2026 issue of Heartland Real Estate Business magazine, as reported by REBusinessOnline.