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TOP BUSINESS FACILITIES RANKINGS: LOUISIANA
| #1 Tech Talent Pipeline | 2023 State Rankings |
| #2 Manufacturing Output (% of GDP) | 2023 State Rankings |
| #2 Customized Workforce Training | 2023 State Rankings |
| #2 Film & Television | 2023 State Rankings |
| #3 FTZ Activity (Exports): Gramercy (FTZ 124) | 2023 Metro Rankings |
| #2 Logistics Leaders: New Orleans | 2023 Metro Rankings |
| Top 5 FTZ Activity (Imports): Gramercy (FTZ 124) | 2023 Metro Rankings |
| Top 5 Manufacturing Hubs (Small): Lake Charles | 2023 Metro Rankings |
| Top 10 Top Performing Container Ports: Port of New Orleans | 2023 Metro Rankings |
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