East Tennessee Progress Center

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. East Tennessee Progress Center articles below.

Foreign Direct Investment

Van Hool NV Building First U.S. Manufacturing Plant In Tennessee

April 12, 2018

The bus and coach manufacturer will invest more than $47 million and create nearly 640 jobs in Morristown’s East Tennessee Progress Center, a Select Tennessee Certified Site.

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Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Cape Coral – A Strategic Location

April 1, 2019

Ranked among the best places to live and do business, and located in the tax-friendly state of Florida, Cape Coral is a top contender for corporate relocations and business expansions for companies worldwide.

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Economic Development

The North Eastern Strategic Alliance | Put Success In Your Corner

September 4, 2019

Companies located in South Carolina’s Business Corner enjoy quick, easy access to both domestic and international markets, a plentiful and qualified workforce and it’s in a place where the cost of living and doing business are well below the national average. Learn more at www.nesasc.org.

Breaking News

Testronic Digital Media Project Creating 150 Jobs In Louisiana

Digital Media November 12, 2019

U.K.-based Testronic will launch a new 150-job testing facility for digital games at Louisiana's New Orleans Exchange Centre.

Mersen To Invest $65M In New Tennessee Manufacturing Operations

Foreign Direct Investment November 12, 2019

The French advanced materials and electrical power company will create approximately 100 jobs in Columbia, TN.

Axiom Group Inc. Bringing 250 Jobs To Ohio

Automotive November 11, 2019

The Canadian automotive supplier will invest $20 million to establish a new manufacturing facility in Toledo, OH, its first U.S. facility.

Testronic Digital Media Project Creating 150 Jobs In Louisiana

Digital Media November 12, 2019

U.K.-based Testronic will launch a new 150-job testing facility for digital games at Louisiana's New Orleans Exchange Centre.

Koch Foods Investing $50M In New Alabama Feed-mill

Food Processing November 8, 2019

The company will new establish a state-of-the-art grain storage and distribution facility in Attalla, AL.

Growing New Orleans Biotech Companies To Create Over 275 Jobs

Biotech & Pharma November 7, 2019

The expansions by three biotech firms will create 135 new direct jobs at the University of New Orleans and the New Orleans BioInnovation Center.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Solar Canopy Provides Energy And Shelter At Saint Louis Zoo November 12, 2019
The structure provides shelter for a 2,200 square foot dining area at a prominent location in the zoo. - Read: Solar Canopy Provides Energy And Shelter At Saint Louis Zoo at FacilityExecutive.com.
Building Excellence – Completing A Variety Of Projects With Job Order Contracting November 12, 2019
Across industries and for a variety of projects, Job Order Contracting from Gordian is a trusted method to deliver construction projects on time and within budget. - Read: Building Excellence – Completing A Variety Of Projects With Job Order Contracting at FacilityExecutive.com.
Amazon Sponsorship Supports Women In Safety Programs November 12, 2019
The National Safety Council has received a $125,000 sponsorship from Amazon, which will be used to help women pursue safety careers and advance those already in the field. - Read: Amazon Sponsorship Supports Women In Safety Programs at FacilityExecutive.com.

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