What began with a full schedule of 21 pre-arranged meetings quickly evolved into a whirlwind of opportunity for the Alabama Department of Commerce team at last week’s 2025 Paris Air Show, where the state team engaged with executives from more than 36 aerospace companies — surpassing expectations and setting the stage for future investment.
Among the conversations were discussions around a major $1 billion project that could bring 500 new jobs to Alabama, along with additional project leads totaling $500 million and the potential for 400 more jobs statewide.
Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair called Alabama’s mission to the Paris Air Show a resounding success, underscoring the strategic value of face-to-face meetings and the unified front presented by the state’s delegation…