North Dakota earns first-ever Governor’s Cup for corporate facility investment
2 Mar 2026
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North Dakota has achieved a historic economic development milestone, earning its first Governor’s Cup from Site Selection Magazine for having the most qualifying new and expanded corporate facilities per capita in 2025. The award highlights the state’s growing success in attracting private sector investment and building long-term economic momentum.
North Dakota secured the No. 1 ranking with 145 qualifying projects, a significant accomplishment for a state of just over 800,000 residents. Gov. Kelly Armstrong emphasized that this recognition is the result of years of intentional planning and strategic investment in infrastructure and other areas.
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