Westminster-based Vantor said it is partnering with BAE Systems to build a new generation of imaging satellites, a move that stands out for Jefferson County because it signals continued growth for one of the area’s space and defense employers and reinforces the county’s role in Colorado’s aerospace economy. Why this is relevant to businesses in…more
Arvada-based Barber-Nichols marked a high-profile moment for its parent company, Graham Corporation, by taking part in the New York Stock Exchange opening bell ceremony, underscoring the visibility and momentum of a Jefferson County manufacturer with ties to aerospace, defense, energy and advanced manufacturing. For local businesses, the event signals that a homegrown industrial operation is…more
Lakewood-based Pioneer Energy is putting a local company in front of a major U.S. energy audience this week as it showcases equipment and ideas aimed at helping oil and gas operations use fuel more efficiently and secure reliable power. For Jefferson County, the news matters because it highlights business activity tied to a hometown advanced-energy…more
Quantinuum, a quantum computing company headquartered in Broomfield, has priced an upsized initial public offering that could raise its profile across Colorado’s advanced technology economy. The company said it priced 28 million shares of Class A common stock at $60 per share, with trading expected to begin June 4 on the Nasdaq Global Market under…more
Jeffco-based Quantinuum has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Mitsubishi Electric to form a strategic partnership focused on advancing quantum computing applications for industrial engineering and design. This collaboration aims to explore various industrial use cases and develop next-generation engineering workflows through the use of quantum technology. Under the agreement, the two companies…more
Pioneer Energy, an oilfield technology company based in Lakewood, has announced its involvement in the deployment of field gas conditioning equipment for frac jobs using Rolfson Oil’s Tri-Fueling approach. This initiative aims to reduce fuel costs in the hydraulic fracturing industry by incorporating field gas as an alternative energy source. The company will provide mechanical…more
Quantinuum, a quantum computing company headquartered in Broomfield, said it is expanding its partnership with IBM in a move aimed at giving customers broader access to advanced computing tools and expertise. For Jefferson County’s business community, the announcement matters because it highlights continued growth and outside investment tied to one of the region’s high-tech employers,…more
Mesa Laboratories Inc. announced its financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter (4Q26) and fiscal year (FY26) ending March 31, 2026. The company reported a 2.6% increase in revenues for the quarter and a 3.4% increase for the full year compared to the previous periods. Operating income rose significantly by 87% in 4Q26, reaching $2,748,…more
Jeffco-based Quantinuum has announced a letter of intent with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s CHIPS Research and Development Office to secure federal funding aimed at advancing the development of large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers. This initiative is considered significant for U.S. leadership in technology and innovation. The funding proposal is expected to help Quantinuum address technical…more
Honeywell announced today that Quantinuum, a quantum computing company based in Jeffco (and subsidiary of Honeywell), has filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a proposed initial public offering (IPO) of its Class A common stock. The specific number of shares and price range have yet to be established.…more
Jeffco-based Quantinuum and BMW Group have announced an expansion of their collaboration into a multi-year partnership aimed at enhancing future mobility through quantum computing applications in advanced materials science. Since their initial joint research began in 2021, the companies have focused on addressing complex challenges in industrial chemistry to support sustainable mobility advancements. Their efforts…more
Crocs, Inc. announced better-than-expected financial results for the first quarter of 2026, prompting the company to raise its full-year outlook. The report highlighted the strong performance of both the Crocs and HEYDUDE brands, particularly in direct-to-consumer sales. Enterprise revenue for the quarter exceeded $900 million, despite a slight decline in overall revenues compared to the…more