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Why Kansas City?

Kansas City is home to an unmatched workforce and logistical hub connecting rail, road, and river. Backed by major state investments, world-class industry, a historic mining community and a thriving regional network, the area is driving billions in economic growth and cementing its role as a powerhouse for innovation and impact in the critical materials, transportation and defense sectors.

City Highlights

  • Rail Power

    As the nation’s second largest rail hub, Kansas City leads the nation in volume, grossing 300+ million tons of freight annually.

  • Highway Advantage

    Missouri has one of the country’s best highway systems with the 7th largest highway system in the nation. Featuring north, south, east and west connections of three major interstates.

  • Integrated Mining Industry

    Strong regional and historic mining industry with complete vertical integration for batteries, mineral extraction and refining.

  • River Access

    Access to a maritime highway in the Missouri River which directly connects to the Mississippi and all other navigable waterways eastward.

  • Port Investment

    In 2023, $37 Million was invested by the state of Missouri for river dock improvements and a new river terminal intermodal facility.

  • Industrial Strength

    The Kansas City region has a rich history of engineering, mining and refining which has led to a strong industry being developed over the last 100 years.

  • Regional Assets

    The combination of regional assets with our 250+ regional collaborators and 50+ external collaborators make Kansas City the optimal geographic and political landscape for critical materials manufacturing and innovation.