Site Selection

Intermodal Facilities

Intermodal Facilities: Moving Up, Around, And About

Intermodal facilities enable goods to flow through the U.S., and locations are updating their offerings.
IonQ, quantum computing, Washington

IonQ Opens First Quantum Computing Manufacturing Facility In U.S.

At the opening ceremony, IonQ announced an expansion of the Seattle-area quantum computing manufacturing facility from 65,000 square feet to 105,000 square feet.
certified sites

Proper Planning Aids Shovel-Ready Site Development

American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds related to certified sites must be used by the end of 2024.
Trenton New Jersey

New Jersey Sees ‘Historic Economic Progress’

Governor Phil Murphy says the Garden State’s workforce and location provide tremendous value to businesses.
Airbus

Aerospace And Defense Industry Locations: Cleared For Takeoff

As the aerospace and defense industry continues to grow, companies look for suitable locations.
Texas 2023 State of the Year

2023 State Of The Year: Opportunity Awaits In Texas

A robust business climate and strategic growth during 2023 earns the Lone Star State this recognition.

January / February 2024: The Awards Issue

Business Facilities' January / February 2024 issue features Texas, our 2023 State of the Year, along with winners of our Deal of the Year Awards. Plus, 2024 Top Utilities and more.
Laminam, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, New Laminam Facilities

New Laminam Facilities Reflect Commitment To Sustainability

Philip Eeles, President, Laminam North America discusses the company's current corporate expansion and its five new facilities across Canada and in Texas.
Meta Indiana Data Center Campus

Meta Plans $800M Data Center Campus In Indiana

At River Ridge Commerce Center in Jeffersonville, IN, Meta will create 100 jobs at its new data center and Bintelli will invest $4M to expand its EV operations.
Hartford, Connecticut

Hartford, Connecticut – A Cost Competitive Location For Technology Companies

The MetroHartford Alliance engaged leading national accounting and consulting firm CohnReznick to compare the tax and lease costs in Hartford, CT vs. other U.S. insurance and financial services markets.
Tesla South Carolina

Tesla Parts Distribution Center Headed To South Carolina

Electric car maker Tesla will occupy a more than 250,000-square-foot distribution facility in Greenville County, SC to support its growth in the Southeast.
Stardust Oklahoma

Stardust Power Picks Oklahoma For Battery-Grade Lithium Refinery

Stardust could be eligible for up to $257M in state, federal economic incentives for the Muskogee facility. Plus, Oklahoma launches its new SITES Ready Program 
AI in site selection

BF Editors’ Blog: How Do You Leverage AI In Site Selection?

Breaking down the pros and cons of AI in site selection and economic development industries, according to an IEDC report .
Business Facilities LiveXchange

Business Facilities LiveXchange: You’re Invited!

If your company plans to expand or relocate within the next three years, you're invited to join us at our executive site selection conference – Business Facilities LiveXchange – March 17-19 in Richmond, Virginia.
QurAlis, The Netherlands

QurAlis Opens EU Headquarters In The Netherlands

QurAlis’ new location in Leiden, The Netherlands will serve as hub for European operations and production of products for clinical trials through commercialization.
Texas State of the Year

Texas Named Business Facilities’ 2023 State Of The Year

The strength and diversity of its business climate lands the Lone Star State the top spot for this annual economic development recognition from Business Facilities magazine.
VACOM Montana

VACOM Plans $90M U.S. Headquarters In Montana

Germany-based manufacturing company expects to create up to 500 jobs at new U.S. headquarters in Lewistown, Montana by 2029.
Industrial Site Development

Mississippi Earmarks Nearly $17M For Industrial Site Development 

The Mississippi Development Authority has invited 13 sites throughout the state to apply for the Site Development Grant – Select Sites funding.
migration patterns, United Van Lines, 47th Annual National Movers Study

National Movers Study: Where Did Americans Move In 2023?

Lower costs are drawing Americans to the Southeast and less expensive metros, finds United Van Lines’ 47th Annual National Movers Study.
Energy Virginia

Energy-Related Projects Bring $86M In Investment To Virginia

Two projects will create a total of 545 new jobs in Virginia: CEEUS, Inc. will create 30 new jobs in Hanover County, and Framatome will create 515 jobs in the City of Lynchburg.
tax credits

Listen Now: Living And Learning In Lubbock, Texas, With John Osborne, CEO, Lubbock EDA

Lubbock EDA CEO John Osborne discusses business climate and downtown revitalization in the Business Facilities Podcast.
2023 Deals Of The Year

2023 Deals Of The Year

Entries for Deal of the Year awards spanned industries, investment types, and winning strategies. Here are the stories of this year’s picks.
Texas 2023 State of the Year

2023 State Of The Year: Opportunity Awaits In Texas

A robust business climate and strategic growth during 2023 earns the Lone Star State this recognition.

[VIDEO] Get More for Your Business in Ardmore. Oklahoma

The ADA owns three industrial parks and several single sites and buildings, giving our organization both the power and incentive to negotiate favorable terms for expanding companies.

Location Spotlight: Topeka, Kansas

With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more.