From Alabama to anywhere.
When it comes to operations and logistics, Alabama knows how to leave a lasting impression on companies looking for the perfect place to do business. For eight years in a row, we’ve ranked among the top states for doing business, thanks to low labor costs and workforce development initiatives. And thanks to the state’s location and infrastructure, it’s a prime hub for distribution and transportation logistics. By establishing headquarters here, corporations like Regions Financial, Encompass Health, Adtran and Vulcan Materials have lowered their overall cost of doing business.
Half
U.S. population within 1 day drive
2.6k
miles of Class I
railroad track
19
U.S. highways
totaling 3,853 miles
No. 6
2022 Area Development’s
‘Top States for Doing Business’
Operations
When companies want to grow and thrive, Alabama offers the prime environment for scaling with low operational costs, 11 Metropolitan Statistical Areas, and a high quality of life throughout the state. By establishing headquarters here, corporations like Regions Financial, Encompass Health, Adtran and Vulcan Materials have lowered their overall cost of doing business.
Distribution & Logistics
By land, air, or sea, Alabama is a prime hub for distribution and transportation logistics. With six interstate highways, five Class I railways, and the busy Port of Mobile, the state has the infrastructure you need to get where you need to go. Throw in the fact that Alabama has no inventory tax, and your expectations for product distribution will take off.
Infrastructure
Alabama’s prime location in the South and on the Gulf Coast grants it nearly unlimited access to the national and international markets. At the center of the fastest growing region within the U.S., Alabama sits within a one day drive to all of the South and its 125 million-plus residents.
Availability at this scale has paved the way to some pretty astounding international trade achievements. Alabama is the home to over 425 foreign-based companies from more than 30 nations and exported goods to 190 countries in 2023— racking up $27.4 billion in exports despite an unsteady global market.
Where major corporations grow.
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HEADQUARTERED IN ALABAMA
Establishing headquarters operations in Alabama, major businesses and independent startups alike can tap into the state’s large workforce, low taxes, educational opportunities, and globally-accessible distribution options. Some of the largest U.S. public companies call Alabama home.
Moving forward without moving at all.
Why stay in Alabama? We’ve got 550 million reasons. Shipt—a pioneer in grocery delivery via smartphone app—was founded in Birmingham. Acquired by Target Corp. for $550 million to become its national delivery platform, Shipt chose to keep its headquarters in Alabama.
Landing in Alabama.
What does it take to build a multimillion-dollar company? A partnership with Alabama. And that’s exactly why the digitally native company Landing chose to relocate from San Francisco to Birmingham. Leaving Silicon Valley behind, Landing found a business-friendly environment, paired with an unmatched quality of life. The company’s network of fully furnished apartments is already available in hundreds of cities around the country and preparing to grow even further.
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Why Alabama for Operations & Logistics?
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Why Alabama?
You can make it here in Alabama.
Alabama is a state of makers, builders, and doers. So, whatever you make or build, you can do it in Alabama. We’re a launching point for aerospace, aviation, and defense. A leader in automotive production. A home for startups, technology, and research breakthroughs. And drawing on our manufacturing roots, we’re helping to usher in the industrial evolution in America.
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Alabama’s prime location in the South and on the Gulf Coast grants it nearly unlimited access to the national and international markets. Alabama sits within a one day drive to all of the South and its nearly 150M residents.
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Alabama’s strong workforce is a major attraction for businesses worldwide, driven by our commitment to skill development. Industry leaders like Mercedes-Benz and Airbus have benefited from on-site training programs in partnership with state workforce agencies; and our state’s focus on education and industrial training through colleges further strengthens Alabama’s appeal to businesses.
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Alabama’s business approach is very inviting, offering global companies incentives, tax benefits, a skilled workforce, and excellent real estate options. Low taxes, affordable utilities, and a reasonable cost of living boost profits, and the state ensure ideal site locations and attractive incentives for long-term success in Alabama.
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Project Assistance
Alabama’s Business Development Division actively seeks corporate investors, promotes global expansion for local companies, supports small businesses, and collaborates with various stakeholders for comprehensive investor support. The state also engages with communities to enhance competitiveness and contribute significantly to Alabama’s economic growth strategy, making the state attractive to investors, businesses, and job seekers.
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