Texas Governor Presented With 2016 State Of The Year Award
The Lone Star State earned Business Facilities' annual award for the third time in recognition of its business friendly climate that welcomes innovation and promises unlimited growth potential in years to come.
Bastian Solutions Investing $8M In Fifth Indiana Facility
The Toyota-owned company will create up to 87 new jobs in Westfield, IN, with help from state tax credits and training grants.
New Mexico Governor’s Report: A Catalyst For High-Tech Growth
A series of business friendly reforms and a “Fund of funds” initiated by Gov. Susana Martinez have transformed New Mexico into a growth leader and Facebook’s choice for its $500-million data center.
Moody’s Analytics Creates Amazon HQ2 Top 10 List
Everybody’s trying to guess which city will land Amazon's coveted second headquarters. Moody’s Analytics applies a more data-driven approach.
Canada Superclusters Will Promote Innovation, Economic Growth
Up to five superclusters will energize regional economies and help build a skilled workforce, enhance Canada's global competitiveness, and create thousands of well-paying jobs.
Great Leap Forward
China is methodically preparing for global dominance of advanced technologies.
Danish Manufacturer Picks Georgia For North American HQ
Kamstrup, a global supplier of intelligent energy and water metering solutions, will create 52 jobs in Roswell, GA.
Global Investment In Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy Rising
Greenhouse gas emissions reduction, energy security are the largest drivers for investment in the U.S. and Canada, finds Johnson Controls’ new Energy Efficiency Indicator survey.
Diversey Investing $6.5M In New South Carolina HQ
The cleaning and hygiene solutions company will create more than 400 new jobs at its new office and research and development operations in York County, SC.
Centers of Technology: The Future Is Now
From national manufacturing innovation institutes to university-led high-tech clusters and incubators, locations far and wide are stepping up to bring tomorrow’s breakthroughs to today’s market.
Agri-Plastics Investing $4.5M In Nebraska
The Canadian company will establish a nearly 160,000-square-foot operation in Sidney, NE where it will manufacture calf housing products.
Champion Home Builders Growing In Louisiana
The manufactured homes company’s expansion will result in a $1.3 million capital investment and 200 new jobs in Leesville, LA.
Telecom Cable Company Expanding For Third Time In South Carolina
Prysmian Group’s $15 million investment in Lexington County, SC will increase production of fiber cable as part of a $300 million contract with Verizon.
Israel-Based Manufacturer Locating North American HQ In Indiana
MCP USA will invest $11.38 million in its new North American headquarters in Portage, IN, creating up to 60 new jobs by 2019.
More Than Half Of Businesses Have Been Cyber Attack Victims
Nearly half of companies that were impacted by a cyber attack didn't even know one had occurred, according to a new Nationwide survey.
The Drone Age
Upstate NY surges into the lead in a national effort to commercialize the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems in U.S. airspace.
Brakebush Brothers Creating 800 Jobs In Texas
The family-owned chicken products company will build a new processing plant in Greenville, TX with help from a Texas Enterprise Fund grant.
Denso Investing $1B In Maryville, Tennessee Expansion
The global automotive supplier will bring 1,000 new jobs to its Blount County, TN manufacturing operation.
Hörmann Investing $64M In Tennessee
The Germany-based garage door manufacturer will create 200 jobs at its new operation in Sparta, TN.
Small, Mid-Size U.S. Businesses Curb Enthusiasm About Economy
Optimism has shifted significantly to a more moderate level since the spring, according to the latest PNC Survey.
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: Colorado’s Grand Junction – Where Business Meets Adventure
The Grand Junction area is the largest metropolitan area in western Colorado, with the amenities and infrastructure companies need to operate globally. Situated halfway between Denver and Salt Lake City, the Grand Junction area is easily accessible by air, rail, highway, and WiFi.