University of New Orleans

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

Biotech & Pharma

Growing New Orleans Biotech Companies To Create Over 275 Jobs

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.

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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

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.

Hoosiers Are Poised For Hardwoods Industry Growth

Special Reports November 11, 2019

The new Indiana Hardwood Strategy is aimed at attracting hardwood processing facilities to the Hoosier State and expanding existing mills.

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.

DIRTT Environmental Solutions Investing $18.5M In South Carolina

Advanced Manufacturing November 6, 2019

The interior construction company will create more than 100 new jobs at Legacy East Business Park in Rock Hill, SC.

2019 Economic Development Deal Of The Year Deadline Extended

Awards & Rankings November 5, 2019

The deadline to submit your project for consideration for Business Facilities' 2019 Economic Development Deal of the Year has been extended to November 15, 2019.

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.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

NFPA 13 Compliant PURGENVENT Awarded Patent November 11, 2019
AGF Manufacturing announced that a patent for their Purge and Vent valve was granted, which covers their PURGENVENT sprinkler air vent product line designed to reduce corrosion in wet pipe fire sprinkler systems by releasing trapped air. - Read: NFPA 13 Compliant PURGENVENT Awarded Patent at FacilityExecutive.com.
Splash Park Safety Added To NSF/ANSI 50 Standard November 8, 2019
The new section of the standard, which is required by most commercial swimming pool codes, establishes minimum criteria for safety flooring at interactive water play venues. - Read: Splash Park Safety Added To NSF/ANSI 50 Standard at FacilityExecutive.com.
Friday Funny: Philly Skyscraper Springs Mysterious Leak November 8, 2019
Last weekend, a torrent of water mysteriously gushed from a Philadelphia skyscraper, drenching the streets below it and confusing onlookers. - Read: Friday Funny: Philly Skyscraper Springs Mysterious Leak at FacilityExecutive.com.

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