Welcome To Tucson, Arizona

The UA Tech Park at Rita Road is located in the suburban area of Tucson’s rapidly growing southeast side. Strategically positioned, yet without the congestion and regulation of megacities, Tech Park’s location in Arizona provides access to major markets, including California, Texas, and Mexico. Tucson’s geographic location serves as a vantage point for many businesses, offering access to nearly 70 million customers in the United States and Mexico within a 1,000-mile radius.

Geography That Works

Tucson is the second-largest city in Arizona with a greater metropolitan area population of 1.1 million and a diverse bilingual workforce . When it comes to costs, Tucson is an excellent option because of the relatively low cost of living and doing business, which is 10 percent lower than the national average. Enjoy a  high-quality lifestyle that is less expensive than major markets on the east and west coasts.

Connections

Plug directly into the University of Arizona research expertise, talented graduates, and student interns.

Business Introductions

Personalized introductions with industry leaders, investment organizations, and community collaborators to build a professional network.

Strategy Assistance

Support in developing strategies including business plans, market analysis, marketing, and operations.

Dedicated Workspace

Access to semi-private offices, equipped with desks, chairs, and other office essentials, providing executives with a conducive environment for focused work.

Business Facilities

Access to office, laboratory production space, and robust campus amenities.

Executive Suite Services

Tailored executive support solutions meet the needs of high-level professionals, allowing them to focus on their strategic objectives while enjoying a seamless and elevated work experience.

Road

Tucson's strategic position along Interstate 10, one of only three coast-to-coast highways in the United States, offers businesses significant advantages. UA Tech Park's strategic location adjacent to Interstate 10 offers businesses unparalleled connectivity. UA Tech Park's proximity to this major thoroughfare enhances company visibility to passing traffic and ensures efficient transportation of goods across multiple states, facilitating access to a broad customer base and streamlining logistics operations.

Train

UA Tech Park's proximity to the Union Pacific mainline, one of the nation's busiest rail corridors, offers businesses significant logistical advantages. This rail line primarily transports containers to and from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, facilitating efficient movement of goods. Additionally, Union Pacific's partial ownership of Grupo Ferroviario Mexicano enhances connectivity to Mexican markets via the Ferromex railway from Guaymas into Arizona. Being near this major rail network allows companies to reduce transportation costs, access key domestic and international markets, and streamline supply chain operations.

Air

Tucson International Airport (TUS) is known for its friendly customer service and convenient travel experience. Passengers can fly to and from Tucson International Airport on flights serving 19 destinations in the United States on six different airlines, with convenient stop connections that can get you to more than 400 cities around the world. Navigating the terminal at Tucson International Airport is as easy and low-stress as it gets.

Nearby Ports

UA Tech Park's strategic location offers businesses efficient access to major deep-sea ports, including the Port of Long Beach/Los Angeles, Port of San Diego, Port of Guaymas, Port of Mazatlán, and Port of Hueneme. This proximity allows companies to benefit from streamlined transportation and trade routes without the congestion typically associated with port-adjacent facilities. The region's robust transportation infrastructure further enhances connectivity, facilitating efficient movement of goods to and from these ports.