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Rethinking The Global Supply Chain
The massive disruptions of the global supply chain that occurred in 2020 during the pandemic have increased momentum for the reshoring of manufacturing jobs to the United States, primarily from China.
U.S. Outduels China In Artificial Intelligence, Startups And GDP
The United States is outdueling China in a tight competition for global economic hegemony in Business Facilities' 16th Annual Rankings Report.
North Carolina: Cabinetry Maker Investing $86M In New Headquarters
GoldenHome International is investing $86 million in a North American headquarters in Concord, NC, creating 257 jobs over five years.
Huali Floors Creating 315 Jobs In Georgia
The resilient flooring manufacturer will invest more than $27 million to establish its first U.S. headquarters in Murray County, GA.
Cabinetry Maker Investing $86M In New North Carolina HQ
GoldenHome International will establish its North American headquarters in Concord, NC, creating 257 jobs over five years.
“Nobody Saw This Coming”
At his coronavirus briefings, Trump marvels at the global reach of the pandemic and then adds: “Nobody saw this coming.” Actually, a lot of people did.
Chinese Hi-Tech District Donates 100,000 Masks To Japan, South Korea
Changzhou National Hi-Tech District recently donated 100,000 masks to Japan and South Korea to help the countries control the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Survey: Impacts On Global Supply Chains
Nearly 75 percent of companies report supply chain disruptions in some capacity due to COVID-19 transportation restrictions, according to a new survey.
Sinopec Builds New Factory To Help Combat COVID-19 In 12 Days
To help provide masks needed to battle the COVID-19 outbreak, Sinopec has established its first melt-blown non-woven fabric assembly line at its Yanshan factory in Beijing.
China-based Minth Group To Invest $87M In Tennessee
Over the next five years, the auto parts manufacturer will create 254 new jobs in Lewisburg, TN.
Global Track Manufacturing To Create 250 Jobs In Tennessee
The company has established its first U.S. operations in the former Tower Automotive facility in Milan, TN, and expects to start production next summer.
U.S. Policy Shifts Create Global Economic Disruption, Growth Opportunities
A new Frost & Sullivan analysis prepares decision-makers for scenarios that could unfold in light of major recent U.S. trade policy upheavals, the upcoming presidential election, and changing world dynamics.
LANXESS Kicks Off Production In Changzhou
The high-performance materials facility is the global specialty chemicals producer’s fourth factory in China's Changzhou National Hi-Tech District.
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.
Chinese Steel Wheels Manufacturer Chooses Indiana
Startup manufacturer Indiana Wheel Corporation will invest nearly $23 million and create more than 100 jobs at its new 300,000-square-foot production facility in Plymouth, IN.
Top 10 Countries, Regions For LEED Green Building
Mainland China topped USGBC'S list of global green building leaders outside the U.S., with more than 68 million gross square meters.
Healthcare US Co. Launching Operations In South Carolina
The China-based foam mattress manufacturer's $45 million investment is projected to create 250 new jobs in Winnsboro, SC.
PPG Investing $1.7M In China
The company's new dispense cell at its Kunshan coatings manufacturing facility will expand production capacity for protective, marine coatings
Louisiana Lands $1.25B Wanhua Chemical Complex
The China-based company's new chemical manufacturing complex will create 170 new jobs in St. James Parish, LA.
Novelis Breaks Ground On New $218M Facility In China
The facility in Changzhou National Hi-Tech District will expand the company’s production capacity of premium automobile aluminum sheets by 100,000 tons.
GE Appliances Plans $200M Investment In Kentucky
The expansion of the company’s Louisville manufacturing facilities will create 400 new jobs and boost dishwasher and laundry production.
Chinese Delegation Visits Kansas, Tours Institute Of Baking
The Jayhawk State gets a visit from its “sister state” in China, Henan Province.
China Dominates Renewables, United Kingdom Shines Offshore
China leads the world in Renewable Energy, while the UK is tops in offshore energy, according to Business Facilities' 2018 Global Rankings Report.
Business Facilities’ 2018 Global Rankings Report
Business Facilities' 2018 Global Rankings Report measures international locations’ progress on a range of factors, including cybersecurity, renewable energy, economic growth potential, global competitiveness, and beyond.
Sanofi Opening Global R&D Operations Hub In China
The $76 million investment in Chengdu, Sichuan province confirms China as the third pillar of Sanofi Global Clinical Sciences and Operations, joining facilities in France and the U.S.
Top Polymer Enterprise Locating First U.S. Plant In Georgia
The Chinese manufacturer of thermoplastic elastomer will invest $15 million and create 70 jobs in Social Circle, GA.
Red Sun Group Investing $140.5M In UK Auto Plant
The new CAD CAM Automotive plant in Coventry, England will produce commercial vehicles powered by the highly efficient hybrid Ecotive Vehicle Platform.
Ecomelida Picks South Carolina For First North American Plant
The importer and recycler of waste paper and plastic will invest $52 million its first North American operations, creating 200 jobs in Orangeburg, SC.
Merck Investing $49M In Asian Manufacturing, Distribution
Investment supports growing demand with new biopharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution centers in South Korea and India, accelerates biosimilars manufacturing and development in China.
Nexteer Breaks Ground On New Manufacturing Plant In China
The automotive supplier's new Liuzhou plant will expand the company's manufacturing capabilities, as well as meet growing demands of the China and Asia-Pacific markets.
Henniges Automotive Opens New Plant In China
The global supplier of highly engineered sealing and anti-vibration systems for the automotive market has opened a new 79,500-square-foot facility in Suzhou, China.
ADAMA To Begin Operations In China
The state-of-the-art global formulation center in Huai'An City, Jiangsu Province, China is a combination of Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd. and Hubei Sanonda Co., Ltd.
Nexteer Breaks Ground On Asia-Pacific Technical Center In China
The nearly 323,000-square-foot facility in China’s Suzhou Industrial Park will employ approximately 1,000 workers.
Great Leap Forward
China is methodically preparing for global dominance of advanced technologies.
Duel in the Sky
By slapping a hefty tariff on Bombardier, the U.S. fires the opening salvo of what may become a trade war with Canada and the U.K.
Michigan Lands $4.9M Chinese Foreign Direct Investment
J-Star Motion Corp. will establish a new manufacturing facility in Cedar Springs, MI, and plans to create 122 new jobs.
China, U.S., Germany Are Global Wind Power Leaders
China, the U.S. and Germany are the global leaders in Installed Wind Power Capacity in Business Facilities' 13th Annual Rankings Report. China is also tops among Renewable Energy Investment Leaders.
China Sunergy Will Create 200 Manufacturing Jobs In California
The Chinese solar company considered the East Coast and Midwest before deciding to locate its first U.S. facility at the McClennan Business Park in Sacramento, CA.
Vacuum Power
China is poised to fill the void left by the U.S. withdrawal from the Trans-Pacific Partnership.
The Art of the Deal
President-elect Trump blocks some layoffs in Indy with a lay-up of a negotiation.
