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Manufacturing 4.0 Has Arrived
Locations that have diversified their high-tech growth sectors are well-positioned to thrive in a new age of manufacturing efficiency. The factory of the future has arrived, a.k.a. manufacturing 4.0.
The Aerospace Industry: Cruising To A Higher Altitude
Production-related issues and order cancellations slowed the commercial aerospace sector last year, but long-term demand for passenger jets remains robust.
U.S. Ports: Sizing Up The Logistics Industry
Trade wars may come and go, but U.S. ports are in it for the long haul: expanding their services and dredging harbors to make way for ships carrying gigantic containers.
Kentucky: GM Bowling Green Plant To Add 400 Jobs
The Warren County facility will build the next-generation Corvette, America’s most advanced series-production sports car.
TAZ Trucking Investing $7.3M In Kentucky Expansion
Just six weeks after the company cut the ribbon on its new Bowling Green facility, TAZ Trucking announced it will add up to 57 new jobs at the location.
July / August 2019 Issue (Volume 52, Number 4)
The July / August 2019 Issue features our 15th annual Rankings Report, including state, metro, and global rankings. Plus, a look at shovel-ready sites.
GM Bowling Green Assembly Plant To Add 400 Jobs
Preparing for the next-generation Corvette, the Warren County, KY facility will build America's most advanced series-production sports car.
Toyota Ramps Up U.S. Investment
By 2021, Toyota will now invest nearly $13 billion in its U.S. operations with plans to add nearly 600 new jobs at American manufacturing plants
MRCOOL Exploring Kentucky Manufacturing Expansion
The heating, ventilating and air conditioning company is studying the viability of a manufacturing facility in the Kentucky Opportunity Zone that includes the city of Mayfield, KY.
U.S. Manufacturing Is Surging
Bolstered by a robust economy, the United States remains in the top tier of Brookings’ global manufacturing scorecard.
Novelis Breaks Ground On Kentucky Automotive Aluminum Facility
The aluminum rolling and recycling company will invest $305 million in its new automotive aluminum facility in Guthrie, KY, and create 125 jobs.
Locations For The Automotive Industry: Light Truck Takeover
While auto sales are expected to decrease in 2018, manufacturers can still bank on the larger market share of SUVs and CUVs to help keep the industry afloat.
Game Changer
Kentucky aims for the global logistics crown with Amazon's new air-cargo shipping hub.
March / April 2016 Issue (Volume 49, Number 2)
The Global Biotech Industry is the focus of Business Facilities' March/April 2016 issue, along with our annual Economic Development Awards. Plus, a look at the Aerospace Industry.
Automotive Industry Focus: Hitting On All Cylinders
The U.S. auto industry recorded its best year ever in 2015, selling 17.5 million cars and light trucks in the U.S., nearly $570 billion in revenue and a 5.7 percent increase over last year.
Westport Axle Moves Into Breinigsville, PA
Executives at Wesport hope to bring more than 500 new jobs to the 516,800-square-foot facility. Sep 7, 2012 @ 4:00 PM
Renaissance in Medical Plastics
Our aging population is the driving force behind tremendous growth in the plastics and medical device industries. Where will you grow your facility?
Information Technology: No Signs of a Slowdown
When it comes to innovation and a talented workforce, these are the locations that merit a close look.
Kentucky Corporate Moves
Electric Vehicle Plant Bringing 4,000 Jobs to Simpson County
Integrity Automotive LLC has chosen Simpson County, KY, as the location for its new $84-million facility...
