Since 1965 with the creation of the Airport System Plan which called for a midfield terminal and parallel runways at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), ARC has been a leader in working to ensure the airport continues to be a vibrant part of metro Atlanta’s economy. ARC played an integral role in the development of the Aerotropolis Atlanta Alliance and continues to support this nonprofit organization to help develop a vibrant “Aerotropolis” around the world’s busiest airport and serves as a catalyst for economic development and investment.
The airport is a primary driver of metro Atlanta’s economy. But until now, no collaborative effort has brought together the area’s many varied stakeholders under a joint vision and strategy to truly leverage the airport’s role as an economic powerhouse.
Aerotropolis Atlanta is a new vision of metro Atlanta’s southside. The goal is to transform the airport vicinity into a world-class Aerotropolis by stimulating investment and strengthening public coordination for the benefit of all Aerotropolis Atlanta stakeholders. In 2016, ARC and the Aerotropolis Alliance created a blueprint for the development of an Aerotropolis, and in 2021 began an update to this Blueprint with funding by the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
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ARC’s Strategic Partners are committed to fostering collaborative regional approaches that improve quality of life in metro Atlanta. Their support elevates ARC leadership programs, research and events throughout the year. Learn more.
