Commerce Economic Development Corporation

Rail Services - Another Advantage of Locating Your Company in Commerce - In today’s economy, rail services offer an affordable and dependable solution. Not only is rail transport considered the most energy efficient mode of transportation, but with rising fuel prices, the lower cost of rail transportation increases its allure. With its ability to avoid the congestion involved with ground transport, rail transport is the most reliable mode of mass transportation and considered the safest means of delivering undamaged goods. Further, for environmentally savvy companies, rail transport tops the list as the most environmentally friendly mode of transportation...more about Commerce

Commerce Economic Development Poster - The CEDC aided in the development of an aerial map of Commerce, displaying potential business and manufacturing sites. Also seen on this birds eye view of Commerce, are city services, amenities and educational resources....view map

Covidien Plant Finds Good Fit with Commerce
It’s not everyday that a global company finds a local connection, but that’s exactly what Covidien does. A $10 billion dollar company, the healthcare product company has operations right here in Commerce, utilizing a 300,000 sq. ft facility on Maple Street....complete article

TexasOne Economic Summit - Jennette Burnett, Executive Director for Commerce Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) attended the TexasOne Economic Summit in Dallas on November 4th.

The summit focused on current and future economic development trends in Texas. The meeting featured keynote speaker Governor Rick Perry.....complete article