BF Editors’ Blog: A Site To Stand The Test Of Time
Celebrating its 400th anniversary in 2023, cymbal maker Zildjian has a long history in each of its locations. Whether a startup or a long-established operation, a company's location decision impacts both the foundation and the future of the firm.
BF Editors’ Blog: Breaking Down Santa’s Influence As A Site Selector
The origin story for Santa has many variations, but present-day versions of the myth lean heavily on his homebase being the North Pole.
19th Annual Rankings: 2023 Global Rankings Report
Once again, the U.S. ranks as the top destination for foreign direct investment, followed by China and Canada, in the 2023 Global Rankings Report.
Global Container Shipping Company To Expand In Virginia
Virginia welcomes Israeli international cargo shipping company ZIM, which plans to invest $30 million into the state.
18th Annual Rankings: 2022 Global Rankings Report
The U.S. and China earned the top two spots for Foreign Direct Investment (Worldwide) in Business Facilities’ 2022 Global Rankings Report.
United States, China, Canada Top New Worldwide FDI Rankings
The U.S. tops worldwide foreign direct investment leaderboard, Boston is first for Life Sciences Hubs, and NYC leads Financial Centers in Business Facilities' 2022 Global Rankings Report.
17th Annual Rankings: 2021 Global Rankings Report
San Francisco, New York and Tel Aviv have the best Startup Ecosystems in Business Facilities’ 2021 Global Rankings Report.
San Francisco, New York, Tel Aviv Top Startup Ecosystems
UK remains global leader in Offshore Wind Power, China is tops in Renewable Energy in Business Facilities' 2021 Global Rankings Report.
Industrial Parks: Cities Of Industry
The world’s largest industrial parks cover hundreds of square miles and rest in the center of titanic logistics networks. These mega-sites literally are metropolises of manufacturing.
Israel A Rising Star In Artificial Intelligence
Israel has emerged as a leading player in Artificial Intelligence and Tel Aviv has been named as an Emerging AI Hub in Business Facilities' 15th Annual Rankings Report.
Business Facilities’ 2019 Global Rankings Report
Business Facilities' 2019 Global Rankings Report measures international locations’ progress on a range of factors, including artificial intelligence, renewable energy, economic growth potential, global competitiveness, and beyond.
Personetics Opens New R&D Center In Israel
The new center in Nazareth enables the company to expand its research and development capabilities to support a rapidly growing customer base of banks worldwide.
Israel Is Innovating Its Way To Success
A diverse, highly educated workforce and an entrepreneurial spirit have made Israel a magnet for a wide spectrum of businesses, from startups to multi-national corporations.
Port Of Wilmington Expansion To Generate $600M In New Investment
Gulftainer will lease the Port of Wilmington from the state of Delaware, construct a new container shipping facility, and expand jobs at the port over the next decade, according to the agreement.
Tel Aviv Becoming R&D Hub For Corporate Giants
The number of international R&D centers in Tel Aviv has doubled over the past five years, according to a recent report by Tel Aviv Global.
Indiana Lands Israeli Plastics Supplier’s First U.S. Production Facility
Polyram Group, a producer of raw materials for the plastics industry, will locate its first U.S. production facility in Evansville, IN with plans to create more than 50 new jobs by 2022.
Happy Economic Development Week!
As the IEDC's second annual celebratory week for Economic Development begins today, here are some tips about how your location can participate.
Ra, Sustainer of Life
A nation that in ancient times worshipped The Sun God is home to a $3.5-billion solar power project.
World’s Top 10 Innovation Hubs
The U.S. and China remain leaders among the world’s innovation hubs, according to a new report from KPMG.
Business Report: GEICO Expansion Brings 1,000 New Jobs To Katy, TX
The Lone Star State’s job-creating juggernaut shows no signs of abating as new projects proliferate across a broad range of industries.