Fort Wayne / Allen County’s central location and strong infrastructure give us a competitive edge. See how we can get your business off and running.
Roadways
I-69 superhighway provides direct and easy access to I-80/90. Four U.S. highways and seven state roads create further connectivity for import, export, and travel. More than 300 trucking and logistics companies, including Triple Crown and SIRVA, are here to support your transportation needs.
Rail
Allen County is served by class I freight railroad, Norfolk Southern, and Genesee & Wyoming Inc. Norfolk Southern and Genesee & Wyoming Inc. serve 42,000+ miles of track in more than 20 states and parts of Canada.
Airports
Serving more than 700,000 passengers in a typical year, the Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) is home to four major carriers: United, Delta, American, and Allegiant Air with nonstop departures to Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas/Fort Worth, Charlotte, Phoenix, Orlando, Minneapolis, and other major cities. Not only is FWA the “Friendliest Airport in the United States,” but it is also a convenient, cost-competitive option for business and personal travel.
Air cargo service exceeded 10,000 tons departing from FWA in 2023.
- Foreign Trade Zone designation
- 24-hour FAA air traffic control
- 24-hour customs services
- Home to the 122nd Fighter Wing of the Indiana Air National Guard
- 11,981 ft. long 5-23 runway, one of the longest in the United States
- T-hangar rentals
Fort Wayne is also home to Smith Field Airport (SMD), a general aviation airport that also offers flight instruction and aviation maintenance technology classes.
Ports
Just over 2 hours away by truck or rail, the Port of Indiana (Burns Harbor) on Lake Michigan and the Port of Toledo on Lake Erie provide access to the St. Lawrence Seaway. Both ports have an experienced workforce and the facilities needed to deal with all types of bulk, break bulk, project cargo, and containers.
Electricity and Natural Gas
Allen County offers some of the most competitive utility rates in the United States, thanks to providers including:
Energy delivery to companies in Allen County from Indiana Michigan Power is more than 85% emission-free, benefiting companies’ sustainability goals and reducing environmental footprint. Rebates and incentive programs are also available to help reduce energy costs.
Water and Wastewater
Indiana has an abundant water supply with Great Lakes, river, and groundwater sources. Fort Wayne City Utilities meets and exceeds all U.S. EPA water quality standards and adheres to sustainable energy and savings practices. Its reliable distribution system minimizes water outages and assures stable flow and volume. For commercial and industrial users, soft-water consistency is imperative to the operation of the business. Fort Wayne City Utilities’ typical cost reduction for pre-treatment ranges from 25% to 30% for industrial users.
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