Young professionals group launches in Prince William County

June 12, 2018

Young adults who reside or work in Prince William County have a new way to connect with others and build their skills. The Prince William Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals of Northern Virginia (YPNOVA) hosted a kickoff event on Thursday. More than 30 people attended the event, which was held at Sinistral Brewing Company in […]

In Manassas, across the commonwealth, tourism spending is on the rise

June 12, 2018

Governor Ralph Northam today released 2017 preliminary state economic impact data from U.S. Travel Association. This information depicts the impact tourism and domestic travel has on the economy. Local impact data is not yet available for Manassas; however, the preliminary numbers indicate another record year for tourism spending as consumers seek out more experiential opportunities. Tourism is an […]

Manassas City officials pause each May to recognize businesses

May 17, 2018

With roughly 1,600 establishments, the City of Manassas is fortunate to have a thriving base of business and industry to support the local economy. These businesses provide essential employment opportunities, generate tax revenues, and make other significant contributions to our community that improves the quality of life of our citizens. It is for this reason, […]

Manassas Regional Airport FBO Named #1 FBO in the World

April 23, 2018

The Manassas Regional Airport has two Fixed Based Operators (FBOs) and one of those has been named the number one FBO in the world for line services by the Aviation International News pilot survey. APP Jet Center, located in the Manassas Regional Airport terminal, was established in 2009. Aviation International News (AIN), a leading business […]

To Encourage Technology-Based Businesses, Manassas has Designated the Entire City a Technology Zone

March 9, 2018

Economic development is fiercely competitive.  As a result, localities develop creative programs and strategies to differentiate themselves.  The City of Manassas offers a robust Economic Incentive package to attract new and retain existing businesses by offsetting the costs of expanding and relocating.  We know that our economic success is tied to growth in the private […]

Aurora Flight Sciences and Socionext Develop Radar-Enabled Collision Protection Solution for Drones

March 1, 2018

SUNNYVALE, Calif., and MANASSAS, Va., Jan. 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Aurora Flight Sciences is collaborating with Socionext Inc., a top expert in radar sensor technology, to provide a radar-enabled collision protection system for consumer drones. The Radar Flight Control Module (RFCM) is comprised of a single-chip 24GHz radar with range measurement software. The radar responds acutely to its surroundings […]

City of Manassas ‘crime rates remain the lowest in over 10 years’

March 1, 2018

Manassas City Police Department has announced the release of its 2017 Annual Report, which includes news about crime rate: On February 26, 2018 the Manassas City Police Department released the 2017 Annual Report during Chief Douglas W. Keen’s presentation to City Council. The Annual Report is an opportunity for the Manassas City Police Department to […]

Manassas Airport accounts for 30 percent of statewide economic activity

March 1, 2018

The aviation industry is a major contributor to the economic vitality of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The busiest general aviation airport in the Commonwealth happens to be Manassas Regional Airport. The City-owned airport boasts 400-based aircraft, two fixed-base operators, an FAA control tower and experiences roughly 90,000 takeoffs and landings a year. The City has […]

Manassas based Aurora Flight Sciences successfully tests autonomous helicopter

December 15, 2017

Manassas-based Aurora Flight Sciences held a successful demonstration of their autonomous helicopter system at the Marine Corps Base at Quantico. According to a release, the system was developed under the Office of Naval Research’s (ONR) Autonomous Aerial Cargo Utility System (AACUS) program. Aurora Flight Sciences’ Chief Operating Officer Matt Hutchison said that they’ve been working […]

City of Manassas ranked 3rd Safest Cities

December 8, 2017

The City of Manassas has been ranked third in “Virginia’s Safest Cities” by SafeHome, a home security company. According to SafeHome, Virginia is one of the highest earning states in the nation, with many of its counties in the top 100 wealthiest in the country. And this in some ways can be linked to some […]