Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri
Midwest Logistics Hub & Transportation Innovation
Pioneering logistics hub development and agricultural technology integration through transportation innovation and cross-state economic development in America's Heartland.
50M
Sq. Ft. Logistics Space
85
Ag Tech Companies
250
Daily Trains
12
State Partnerships
Strategic Focus Areas
1
Logistics Hub Development
Establishing Kansas City as the premier Midwest logistics hub through strategic infrastructure development and supply chain optimization initiatives.
- Intermodal transportation facilities
- Cold chain logistics expansion
- Last-mile delivery networks
2
Agricultural Technology Integration
Connecting Missouri's agricultural heritage with cutting-edge technology to create innovative solutions for food production and distribution.
- Precision agriculture platforms
- Farm-to-market technology
- Supply chain digitization
3
Transportation Innovation
Developing next-generation transportation solutions that leverage Kansas City's central location and existing infrastructure advantages.
- Smart traffic management
- Autonomous vehicle testing
- Freight optimization systems
4
Cross-State Economic Development
Fostering regional collaboration across state lines to create economic opportunities that benefit the entire Midwest region.
- Bi-state commerce initiatives
- Regional workforce development
- Shared infrastructure projects
How CityUp! is Helping Kansas City
CityUp! is the community revitalization arm of DDP, transforming underutilized properties into economic engines that support logistics, agriculture, and cross-state development.
Logistics-Focused Redevelopment
Transforming vacant industrial properties into modern logistics facilities, distribution centers, and intermodal hubs that strengthen Kansas City's position as America's logistics crossroads.
Agricultural Innovation Centers
Developing agricultural technology incubators and urban farming facilities on repurposed properties to bridge Missouri's farming heritage with cutting-edge agricultural innovation.
Cross-Border Economic Development
Creating development projects that span the Missouri-Kansas state line, fostering regional cooperation and building shared economic prosperity throughout the bi-state metropolitan area.
Client Opportunity: Be Part of the Heartland Transformation
Through the Donation Benefit Services Program, clients who participate in deconstruction and donation can receive ownership in the redevelopment of their donated properties.
CityUp! takes strategically located properties and transforms them into vital logistics hubs, agricultural innovation centers, and cross-border economic development projects that strengthen the entire Midwest region.
This innovative model creates sustainable tax benefits while simultaneously building critical infrastructure and economic opportunities for America's Heartland.
10%
Ownership in Redevelopment
Midwest Transportation & Agriculture Hub
Kansas City serves as the Midwest Transportation & Agriculture Hub for CityUp!, leveraging its strategic central location and rich agricultural heritage to drive regional economic development.
Through innovative logistics solutions and agricultural technology integration, we're creating a model for Midwest cities that bridges traditional industries with future-forward innovation, strengthening the entire region's economic resilience.
48
Hours to 80% of US
4
Major Interstates
Planning Phase Progress
Kansas City is currently in the Planning Phase of the CityUp! program, developing comprehensive strategies for logistics hub development and transportation innovation.
1
Regional Assessment
2
Strategy Development
3
Partnership Building
4
Implementation
Join Kansas City's Midwest Innovation
Partner with us in developing Kansas City's logistics capabilities and building a transportation innovation hub for America's Heartland.
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