Savannah Economic Development Authority

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

Manufacturing

Plastic Express Creating 166 Jobs In Georgia

April 29, 2019

The company will invest more than $172 million to create two new manufacturing facilities at the Port Logistics Center in Pooler, GA.

Business Facilities & COVID-19

Even After COVID-19, Execs Expect Remote Work Trend To Continue

Surveys & Research June 3, 2020

Companies that had more remote workers before COVID-19 report that they are actually seeing increased employee productivity during the crisis, according to a new survey.

Indiana Devotes Nearly $44M To Economic Recovery Efforts

Economic Development June 1, 2020

The new initiatives were launched to help Indiana businesses restart, adapt and stimulate long-term growth, especially small businesses and manufacturers.

Featured Location Spotlight

Illinois

Location Spotlight: Wheeling, Illinois

December 31, 2017

Located in the heart of Chicago’s prestigious northern suburbs, Wheeling is a diverse and dynamic community of 40,000 people, distinguished by its unique balance of industry, commercial development, and residential neighborhoods.

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

Braven Environmental To Invest $31.7M In Virginia

Manufacturing June 4, 2020

The company will establish a first-of-its-kind waste plastics facility and manufacturing operation and create 52 new jobs in Cumberland County, VA.

Turkey Hill Acquires Arkansas Ice Cream Facility

Food Processing June 4, 2020

The ice cream and beverage company has acquired a 100,000-square-foot ice cream and novelty production facility in Searcy, AR.

Huali Floors Creating 315 Jobs In Georgia

Corporate Headquarters June 3, 2020

The resilient flooring manufacturer will invest more than $27 million to establish its first U.S. headquarters in Murray County, GA.

Braven Environmental To Invest $31.7M In Virginia

Manufacturing June 4, 2020

The company will establish a first-of-its-kind waste plastics facility and manufacturing operation and create 52 new jobs in Cumberland County, VA.

Bates Precast Concrete To Invest $5M In Georgia Expansion

Manufacturing June 2, 2020

The concrete company will build new office, production and storage space at its facility at Lake Park Industrial Park in Valdosta-Lowndes County, GA.

Printful Investing $2M In New Canadian Fulfillment Center

Logistics & Distribution June 2, 2020

The on-demand fulfillment company will begin production at its first Canadian facility in Mississauga by the end of this year.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

HealthySpaces AI-Based Application Accelerates Safe Facility Reopening June 4, 2020
The new solution from Nomad Go provides real-time data about space occupancy, mask usage, and social distancing to improve COVID-19-related compliance. - Read: HealthySpaces AI-Based Application Accelerates Safe Facility Reopening at FacilityExecutive.com.
Hurricane-Resistant Fenestration Should Combat Both Wind And Debris June 4, 2020
Proper specification and installation of windows, skylights, and related products protects facilities during extreme weather events. - Read: Hurricane-Resistant Fenestration Should Combat Both Wind And Debris at FacilityExecutive.com.
GE Current Partners To Produce Hand Sanitizer June 4, 2020
The lighting and controls company has partnered with biofuel company Green Plains, Inc. to manufacture hand sanitizer at its Cleveland, OH plant. - Read: GE Current Partners To Produce Hand Sanitizer at FacilityExecutive.com.

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