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Global Machine Tool Manufacturer Moving U.S. HQ To North Carolina

February 15, 2019

Porta North America is expanding its operations with a North American Training Center for Flexible Production in Charlotte, NC.

BREAKING NEWS: Amazon Cancels Plans For NYC Headquarters

February 14, 2019

Amazon has released a statement announcing the company is canceling its plans for a New York City headquarters as part of its HQ2 project.

BraunAbility Investing $7.5M In Indiana HQ Expansion

February 14, 2019

The mobility transportation manufacturer will expand its operations in Indiana to meet increased national and international demand for its wheelchair accessible vans, SUVs and wheelchair lifts.

Learn How To Maximize The ROI Of The Site Selection Process

February 13, 2019

View this free video webinar and learn how Business Facilities LiveXchange can help you maximize your ROI when undertaking a site selection project.

Top 10 Countries, Regions For LEED Green Building

February 13, 2019

Mainland China topped USGBC'S list of global green building leaders outside the U.S., with more than 68 million gross square meters.

2018 Economic Development Deal of the Year: Bronze Award

Michigan Central Station Ford Detroit Redevelopment

February 13, 2019

Detroit’s iconic Michigan Central Station will be restored to greatness as the centerpiece of Ford’s new 1.2 million-square-foot Corktown campus and mobility hub.

2018 Economic Development Deal Of The Year Honorable Mentions

February 13, 2019

With more than 40 projects to choose from in our 2018 Deal of the Year competition, our judges had to put in overtime to designate 10 worthy recipients of our Honorable Mentions.

Fedex Logistics Moving HQ To Downtown Memphis

February 12, 2019

The global logistics solutions company will continue to grow in Shelby County, investing $44 million and creating 689 jobs.

2018 Economic Development Deal Of The Year: Silver Award

February 12, 2019

A partnership between Japanese auto giants Mazda and Toyota brings a $1.6-billion automotive assembly plant to the Huntsville, AL region.

2018 Economic Development Deal Of The Year: Gold Award

February 11, 2019

For excitement alone, we probably should call Amazon’s HQ2 the “Deal of the Century.” Jeff Bezos’ mega-project produced the first tie in the history of our annual competition.

Southland Steel Investing $18M In Louisiana Expansion

February 11, 2019

The steel fabricator will create 70 new jobs with its second Louisiana site at the former Bradken foundry in Amite, Tangipahoa Parish.

ATV Parts Manufacturer To Launch Operations In Indiana

February 8, 2019

Armor Plastics, a new plastic coating company, will invest $13.4 million to revitalize a vacant industrial site in Madison, IN.

Dollar Tree Will Invest $130M In New Texas Distribution Center

February 8, 2019

The operator of discount variety stores plans to create more than 300 new jobs for the Rosenberg, TX and surrounding communities.

Accenture Opens Flagship Innovation Hub In San Francisco

February 7, 2019

The professional services company will add 500 employees to its Bay Area workforce by the end of 2020.

Merck Investing $70M In Biopharm R&D Facility Expansion

February 6, 2019

The German company, which operates its biopharm business as EMD Serono in the U.S. and Canada, will invest $70 million to expand its Billerica, MA facility.

13 Tennessee Communities To Receive Site Development Grants

February 6, 2019

The grants, totaling more than $5 million, will help rural communities overcome barriers to achieve Select Tennessee site certification.

Generac Power Systems Opens Wisconsin Distribution Center

February 5, 2019

The new 490,000-square-foot Janesville, WI distribution center will employ 80 people, and help expand the company's shipping capabilities.

INTEGRIM Opens U.S. Headquarters In New Hampshire

February 5, 2019

INTEGRIM's new U.S. location will enable the company to serve a market that is ripe for Process Automation solutions nationwide.

Corelle Brands Investing $27.7M In Mississippi

February 4, 2019

The company's new manufacturing and distribution facility in the Chickasaw Trail Industrial Park will create 400 jobs in Marshall County, MS.

Illinois Was Tops For Green Building In 2018

February 4, 2019

Massachusetts and Washington earned the second and third spots in the U.S. Green Building Council’s annual Top 10 States for LEED Green Building ranking.

This Just In: New England Will Win Super Bowl LIII

February 1, 2019

RiseSmart's unemployment rate-based Big Game Predictor has picked the Super Bowl winner with 74 percent accuracy. Boston's rate is lower. Sorry LA.

KanPak U.S. Opens New Warehouse In Kansas

January 31, 2019

The 202,800-square-foot Arkansas City facility will serve customers such as Chick-fil-A and Whataburger, among others.

Nashville, Bozeman Top 2019 Economic Strength Ranking

January 31, 2019

POLICOM’s annual ranking of U.S. Metropolitan and Micropolitan statistical areas is based on their long-term tendency to consistently grow in both size and quality.

Cloverleaf Cold Storage Investing $21M In Virginia Expansion

January 30, 2019

The cold storage warehousing and food logistics company will expand its refrigerated warehouse facility in the City of Chesapeake, VA, creating 33 new jobs.

Nexteer Automotive Opens New Production Facility In India

January 29, 2019

Nexteer Automotive recently celebrated the opening of its new production facility in Chennai, India, where it expects to create 150 jobs by the end of this year.

Woman-Founded Software Company Chooses Indiana For Expansion

January 29, 2019

MomentPath will expand its operations in Carmel, IN, hiring up to 50 new employees by 2022.

Government Shutdown Negatively Impacted Nearly One In Five Business Owners

January 28, 2019

A new survey from Paychex found 19 percent of business owners said the government shutdown had a negative impact on their business outlook, 68 percent said they were unaffected, and 13 percent reported a positive impact.

Bagwell Energy Services Adding 150 Jobs In Louisiana

January 28, 2019

The energy fabrication company will invest $2.5 million to expand its oil and gas processing industry services in Iberia Parish, LA.

Eclipse Automation Investing $4.6M In South Carolina

January 25, 2019

The industrial automation systems provider will create 90 new jobs with its new operations in York County, SC.

Provo, San Jose Top Annual Ranking Of Best-Performing Cities

January 24, 2019

The Milken Institute's top 10 list of cities that are creating and sustaining jobs also includes San Francisco, Austin, Orlando, Raleigh, and Seattle.