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A Tale of Two Industries
The convergence of two weighty North American industries—plastics and medical devices—has facilitated numerous healthcare advances. We bring you a sampling of locations that are helping these industries prosper.
Nebraska Corporate Moves
Catalog Retailer Doubles Capacity One of the most prominent recent corporate expansions in Nebraska is Oriental Trading Company, Inc.’s (OTC) new 737,000-square-foot fulfillment center in...
Ohio Corporate Moves
Cleveland’s Teamwork Wins Over ViewRay
In February, ViewRay Incorporated, a medical device manufacturer, announced that it will move its headquarters from Gainesville, FL to Cleveland,...
Straight From the Horse’s Mouth
This month, the Expert explains why existing industry interviews are a necessary component of labor market analysis.
60 Seconds with Mark O’Connell, CEO of OCO Global
Mark O'Connell is the CEO of OCO Global, a consulting firm he founded in 2001 that specializes in international investment and trade. O’Connell also...
A First and Final Word
From the Desk of the Editor in Chief
Chicken Industry Served a Big “Cluck You”
Apparently the emerging ethanol industry is wreaking havoc on the chicken industry. So, you might ask: what does an alternative energy fuel source have...
EADS Finally Wins U.S. Contract: Let the Fallout Begin!
A couple days ago, the Pentagon announced that EADS won a $36 billion ($100 billion growth potential) contract to build U.S. Air Force refueling...
Now, Only the Brownfields Remain
Saw this article in The New York Times today; it's about how New Jersey's brownfield redevelopment incentives didn't do much during the 1990s, but...
The Future of Turbines
Everyone knows about wind turbines and how they are increasingly popping up around the world as another enviro-friendly way to create energy. But did...
Outside the Biotechnology Clusters
Every year, more locations promote themselves as hot spots for biotechnology. Do any of them have the potential to become the next San Diego or Boston? Business Facilities has uncovered a few areas showing promise.
Location is Key to your Bottom Line
While there are many factors that impact the financial structure of a relocation/expansion project, location is always a foremost consideration.
Luxembourg: Europe’s Center for Goods, Real and Virtual
Surrounded by France, Belgium, and Germany, the small nation of Luxembourg has built a first-class reputation for logistics and information technology in Europe.
South Carolina Corporate Moves
DuPont Dips $500 Million into Cooper River In December, DuPont announced its Cooper River plant, located 30 miles north of Charleston, SC, will receive a...
Louisiana Upgrades Important Port
The Port of South Louisiana on the Mississippi River is a global shipping center and a cornerstone of the state's economy. With its planned enhancements, it can only get better.
Road Projects to Accelerate Michigan’s Economy
Thanks to an initiative proposed by the governor during her State of the State address, several road projects will start early, bringing thousands of jobs to Michigan.
Illinois Corporate Moves
Canadian Company Opens U.S. Headquarters
Imperial Manufacturing Group, a Canada-based maker of equipment for the heating, air conditioning, ventilation and building products industries, officially opened...
Global Biotech Competition Heats Up
Policymakers and economic development agencies are focusing intently on the biotechnology sector as an engine for economic growth as the race to secure these companies grows more intense.
New Incentives for New Hampshire
Two new incentives—one revived from the dead, the other still unborn—show promise for helping New Hampshire compete in a challenging economy.
Salt Lake City, Utah
Metro Spotlight
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.