March / April 2018 Issue (Volume 51, Number 2)
The March / April 2018 Issue features the emerging cybersecurity sector, an exclusive interview with Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin, plus a look at biopharm, robots, STEM, data centers, and retail.
Top Utilities: Powering Growth
Our Editor’s Choice selections for Top Utilities include the leaders who are upgrading their grids, diversifying their energy sources and doing what it takes to power economic development.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles To Invest Over $1B In Michigan
FCA will modernize its Warren Truck Assembly to produce Ram Heavy Duty trucks, relocating truck production from Mexico and adding 2,500 new jobs.
Van Hool NV Building First U.S. Manufacturing Plant In Tennessee
The bus and coach manufacturer will invest more than $47 million and create nearly 640 jobs in Morristown’s East Tennessee Progress Center, a Select Tennessee Certified Site.
Deep South Studios Is Louisiana’s First QEC Project
The Pelican State’s new Qualified Entertainment Company program targets sustainable entertainment jobs for content creators.
Made In California
The Golden State is increasing the benefits for manufacturers that participate in its recently launched CA Made state labeling program.
Ohio: Going Above And Beyond For New Business
The Buckeye State has a robust network of state economic partners who take a customer-focused approach to business, providing support to companies at every step of the process.
Maverick Boat Group Plans Florida Manufacturing Facility
MBG is augmenting its manufacturing in Florida with 277,000 square feet of new production space in Fort Pierce that will be fully operational next summer.
Two International Companies Expanding In Mecklenburg County, NC
KURZ and Yokohama Tire Corporation will invest a total of nearly $24 million and create 146 jobs combined.
Lonza Opens World’s Largest Cell and Gene Therapy Manufacturing Facility
The 300,000-square-foot Pearland, TX facility will employ 200 full-time staff by end of 2018 and continue to recruit high-value positions as market demand increases.
Mohawk Industries Expanding Virginia Manufacturing Operation
The multi-million dollar investment in the Carroll County commercial flooring manufacturing operation will retain local jobs with assistance from the Virginia Economic Development Partnership.
Stamford, Connecticut: Innovating Since 1641
With an excellent quality of life and a robust set of available tax incentives and credits, Stamford, Connecticut leads the pack in commercial and residential development.
ATLASBX Locating First U.S. Manufacturing Facility In Tennessee
The South Korean automotive battery manufacturer will invest $75 million and create 200 jobs in Clarksville, TN.
A New Frontier For Investment In South Carolina
South Carolina's North Eastern Strategic Alliance region attracted more than $850 million in investments in 2017, projects that will create more than 2,200 new jobs.
Universal Forest Products Opening New Facility In South Carolina
The wood and wood-related products manufacturer will create approximately 120 jobs at its new plant in Orangeburg County, SC over the next several years.
Automotive Supplier Investing $10.8M In Tennessee Expansion
Adient will expand its automotive seating plant in Lexington, TN, creating approximately 200 new jobs.
JSW Steel Considers $500M Investment In Texas
With the help of a $3.4M Texas Enterprise Fund grant, the India-based company will develop its steel manufacturing infrastructure in Baytown, TX.
Red Sun Group Investing $140.5M In UK Auto Plant
The new CAD CAM Automotive plant in Coventry, England will produce commercial vehicles powered by the highly efficient hybrid Ecotive Vehicle Platform.
Emerald Transformer Relocates Headquarters To Texas
The move to McKinney, TX will enhance corporate support for the transformer services company’s eight locations and 450 employees.
Viega Announces Major Expansion At Kansas Campus
The construction and plumbing industry supplier is building a new ProPress® Copper manufacturing facility, and planning a new master distribution center at its in McPherson, KS campus.