2019 Metro Rankings

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. 2019 Metro Rankings articles below.

Recent Issues

July / August 2019 Issue (Volume 52, Number 4)

August 6, 2019

The July / August 2019 Issue features our 15th annual Rankings Report, including state, metro, and global rankings. Plus, a look at shovel-ready sites.

Press Releases

Austin, Denver, New York Are Top Startup Ecosystems

July 30, 2019

Austin, Denver and New York are the cities with the top Startup Ecosystems in Business Facilities' 15th Annual Rankings Report.

Press Releases

Atlanta, San Antonio, Phoenix Lead In Economic Growth Potential

July 29, 2019

Atlanta, San Antonio and Phoenix are the top-ranked large metros for Economic Growth Potential in Business Facilities' 15th Annual Rankings Report.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Top 10 Issues Affecting The Real Estate Industry

Surveys & Research July 7, 2020

COVID-19 and economic renewal top The Counselors of Real Estate's list of issues expected to have the most significant impact on real estate in 2020-2021.

SiO2 To Invest $163M In Alabama Expansion

Biotech & Pharma July 6, 2020

In response to a contract to supply the federal government with COVID-19 vaccine vials, SiO2 Materials Science will create 220 jobs at its Auburn, AL facility.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Consumers Energy

December 4, 2019

If you’re expanding or relocating, consider Michigan and Consumers Energy – let’s work together to accelerate your business.

Featured Location Videos

Georgia

BF Location Video: Georgia Ports Authority: Celebrating 75 Years

March 13, 2020

On March 9, 1945 the Georgia Legislature, anticipating the post-World War II economic boom, created the Georgia Ports Authority, with control over the deepwater ports in both Savannah and Brunswick. Today, the Port of Savannah is the fastest-growing and single largest container terminal in the country, accounting for nearly 10% of Georgia’s economy.

Breaking News

GE Investing $62M In Kentucky Expansion

Manufacturing July 9, 2020

GE Appliances will expand production at its Appliance Park manufacturing complex in Louisville, KY. The project will create 260 new jobs.

CoffeeTech Industries Investing $56M In Texas

Corporate Headquarters July 9, 2020

The coffee company will build a new headquarters and manufacturing facility in Seguin, TX, where it will create more than 90 new jobs.

Bausch + Lomb Expanding, Creating 79 New Jobs In Virginia

Manufacturing July 8, 2020

The global eye health company will invest more than $35 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Lynchburg, VA.

CoffeeTech Industries Investing $56M In Texas

Corporate Headquarters July 9, 2020

The coffee company will build a new headquarters and manufacturing facility in Seguin, TX, where it will create more than 90 new jobs.

GE Investing $62M In Kentucky Expansion

Manufacturing July 9, 2020

GE Appliances will expand production at its Appliance Park manufacturing complex in Louisville, KY. The project will create 260 new jobs.

Bausch + Lomb Expanding, Creating 79 New Jobs In Virginia

Manufacturing July 8, 2020

The global eye health company will invest more than $35 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Lynchburg, VA.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

High-Speed Facility Management: 6 Lessons From The Pandemic July 9, 2020
Whether your project timeline is two months, two weeks, or two days, don't underestimate the power of teamwork and communication. - Read: High-Speed Facility Management: 6 Lessons From The Pandemic at FacilityExecutive.com.
Which Face Masks Reduce Transmission Of COVID-19 Most Effectively? July 9, 2020
Using flow visualization, FAU College of Engineering and Computer Science researchers qualitatively tested commonly-used facemasks and social distancing. - Read: Which Face Masks Reduce Transmission Of COVID-19 Most Effectively? at FacilityExecutive.com.
VARIUS LED Grow Lighting System July 9, 2020
The VARIUS LED grow lighting system features solutions for standard or pallet rack growing, offering the light quality and performance for any mounting application. - Read: VARIUS LED Grow Lighting System at FacilityExecutive.com.

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