Gateways to 21st Century Business and Industry Solutions
U.S. ports and foreign trade zones are poised to play a huge role in economic recovery, forming a vital interface between the nation and the world.
Michigan Corporate Moves
Michigan Gets $1.35 Billion from DOE for Advanced Battery Development
Vice President Joe Biden recently announced that 12 Michigan projects have been awarded...
Mississippi Corporate Moves
ATK Expanding Iuka Plant To Make Aero CompositesAlliant Techsystems, Inc. (ATK) is expanding its Iuka, MS facility to manufacture composite structures for next-generation commercial...
Kansas is Riding an Economic Head Wind
From bioscience to alternative energy, a bevy of emerging growth sectors have discovered "there's no place like home" in the Sunflower State.
Picking a Shovel-Ready Location
If “time-to-market” is increasing your company's sensitivity to site readiness issues, you will need to evaluate criteria used in site certification offerings.
60 Seconds with Mario Brossi, North American Senior Representative, Switzerland Trade and Investment Promotion
Switzerland has surpassed the U.S. as the top-ranked country in the World Economic Forum’s annual Global Competitiveness survey. Mario Brossi, who has dual Swiss...
Cream of the Crop
From the Desk of the Editor in Chief
Global Challenge: A Clean, Green High-Tech Future
There is a fierce competition overseas for a better future through innovation. In our 15th annual Global Issue, we take a look at some of the leaders.
California, a Chameleon that Stands Out
The Golden State has a proven ability to adapt. The difference is that California tends to change before its background, causing the state to stand out and lead rather than follow unnoticed.
Ardmore, Oklahoma
Metro Spotlight
Supply Chain Strategies for Success
An optimal distribution network is intelligently designed to minimize costs by providing the right goods, in the right quantity, at the right place, and at right time.
Texas Corporate Moves
Toyota Moving Tacoma Truck Production to San Antonio
Toyota Motor Corp. has announced that it will relocate production of the Tacoma pickup from a plant...
Ohio Corporate Moves
Amylin Pharmaceuticals Plant Nears Completion in West Chester, OH
Amylin Pharmaceuticals is nearing completion on a $400 million manufacturing facility in West Chester, OH that...
Inside LiveXchange
Business Facilities LiveXchange is an invitation-only event for corporate executives responsible for choosing a new location for their companies’ next facility. Delegates meet with...
60 Seconds with Bruce A. Kellogg, Chairman, OSCRE Americas, and Senior Vice President, Industry...
The Open Standards Consortium for Real Estate (OSCRE Americas) is preparing to merge with PISCES Ltd to form OSCRE International. Bruce Kellogg, chair of...
Let’s Have a Good, Clean Fight
From the Desk of the Editor in Chief
Business Facilities 2009 State Rankings
This year’s annual Rankings Report arrives as every state in the nation is struggling with the worst economic calamity since the Great Depression. The...
2009 Metro Rankings
The economic squeeze has intensified the competition between localities at all levels. Here we give our annual assessment of the best of the best--the cities, towns and MSAs which have executed the most successful strategies and deserve to take a bow as our rankings leaders.
TEXAS: Deep in the Heart of Business
The Lone Star State is committed to doing whatever it takes to keep Texas wide open for investment and development.
Louisiana’s Business Lure
Rich in energy resources, Louisiana is adding new high-tech and research sectors to a traditional manufacturing, oil and gas production base.
Listen Now: Living And Learning In Lubbock, Texas, With John Osborne, CEO, Lubbock EDA
Lubbock EDA CEO John Osborne discusses business climate and downtown revitalization in the Business Facilities Podcast.
2023 Deals Of The Year
Entries for Deal of the Year awards spanned industries, investment types, and winning strategies. Here are the stories of this year’s picks.
2023 State Of The Year: Opportunity Awaits In Texas
A robust business climate and strategic growth during 2023 earns the Lone Star State this recognition.
[VIDEO] Get More for Your Business in Ardmore. Oklahoma
The ADA owns three industrial parks and several single sites and buildings, giving our organization both the power and incentive to negotiate favorable terms for expanding companies.
Location Spotlight: Topeka, Kansas
With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more.