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Aerospace & Defense

Western Global Airlines Creating 170 Jobs In Louisiana

May 9, 2018

The cargo freight carrier will make a $3 million investment to establish its own aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul facility at Shreveport Regional Airport.

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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

Georgia Ports Authority To Double Port of Savannah Capacity

September 25, 2019

To keep up with growing container trade, the GPA plans to double Garden City Terminal’s annual capacity from 5.5 million to 11 million TEUS. Improvements will include a new container port on Hutchinson Island, expansion of GPA’s ship-to-shore crane fleet and berth improvements.

Breaking News

Waterlogic Chooses Texas For North American Headquarters

Corporate Headquarters December 10, 2019

The drinking water dispenser company will invest $1.6 million and create up to 164 jobs in Grapevine, TX.

Structurlam Picks Arkansas For Its First U.S. Plant

Manufacturing December 9, 2019

The $90 million precision-engineered mass timber production facility will create 130 jobs in Conway, AR.

Pratt & Whitney Investing $30M In West Virginia Expansion

Aerospace & Defense December 9, 2019

The aircraft and helicopter engine manufacturer will expand its Bridgeport, WV facility for the maintenance, repair and overhaul of PW800 engines.

Dredging To Make Virginia East Coast’s Deepest Port Begins

Ports & Free Trade Zones December 4, 2019

When dredging is complete in 2024, commercial channels serving the Norfolk Harbor will be able to simultaneously accommodate two, ultra-large container vessels.

Nashville Selected For iHeartRadio Second Digital HQ

Corporate Headquarters December 6, 2019

New York-based iHeartRadio digital is expanding its team into Nashville, TN, creating new jobs in the emerging tech hub.

Structurlam Picks Arkansas For Its First U.S. Plant

Manufacturing December 9, 2019

The $90 million precision-engineered mass timber production facility will create 130 jobs in Conway, AR.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

North Kansas City Hospital Displays 20-Foot Wreath December 10, 2019
Western Specialty Contractors installed the 1,000-pound, lighted wreath on the hospital’s façade, and offers tips on how to safely install your own holiday decorations. - Read: North Kansas City Hospital Displays 20-Foot Wreath at FacilityExecutive.com.
ASSA ABLOY & Sielox Deliver Layered Security December 10, 2019
ASSA ABLOY's Aperio wireless lock technology has integrated with the Pinnacle Advanced access control software and 1700 Intelligent Controller from Sielox. - Read: ASSA ABLOY & Sielox Deliver Layered Security at FacilityExecutive.com.
House Of Representatives Passes Workplace Violence Bill December 9, 2019
The legislation protects healthcare workers by requiring employers to implement comprehensive, worker-driven workplace violence prevention plans. - Read: House Of Representatives Passes Workplace Violence Bill at FacilityExecutive.com.

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