International Business
Planes. Ports. Rail. Road. It all leads to Ontario, California.
Ontario sits at the center of Southern California’s global logistics network. With direct access to Ontario International Airport, proximity to the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, and connectivity to major interstate and rail corridors, Ontario offers international firms speed, flexibility, and scale in the U.S. market.
For manufacturers, distributors, and global operators, location is strategy. Ontario delivers infrastructure designed for movement, growth, and long-term stability.
A Strategic Entry Point to the U.S.
Companies expanding into the United States need more than real estate. They need coordination, clarity, and partners who understand global operations.
The City of Ontario provides:
- Confidential site selection assistance
- Foreign Trade Zone feasibility review
- Incentive coordination
- Workforce and training alignment
- Introductions to state and federal trade partners
Ontario works in collaboration with airport, port, and regional economic development partners to streamline market entry and operational launch.
Foreign Trade Zone 50 Advantage
Ontario is part of Foreign Trade Zone 50, granted by the Port of Long Beach. Qualifying companies may defer, reduce, or eliminate customs duties on imported goods, improving cash flow and operational flexibility.
Designated Magnet Sites within Ontario allow eligible businesses to activate FTZ status more efficiently and with reduced administrative complexity.
The Ontario Foreign Trade Forum, hosted by the City of Ontario in partnership with the Port of Long Beach and Ontario International Airport, is half-day forum convenes manufacturers, site selectors, and trade professionals exploring U.S. expansion and Foreign Trade Zone opportunities.
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If you are exploring U.S. expansion, evaluating Foreign Trade Zone designation, or seeking industrial site availability in Southern California, our team can help.