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Location Focus: Illinois – Trying to Make Headway in Every Way

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From the July/August 2014 issue. Projections show that even just a 15 percent increase in 2014 could generate an additional 1,725 jobs and infuse another $10 million into Illinois’ economy.”. In addition, Decatur has an airport with a Class I Instrument Landing System and runways of 8,400 feet capable of supporting wide-body aircraft.

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Logistics: On the Road, Water or Rails…or in the Air — AGAIN

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percent in 2014 to $1.45 percent in 2014. percent in 2014 due to stronger shipment volumes and inventory carrying charges that were up 2.1 The less money that is needed to spend on gas and other work-related travel, the more money that can be spent on everything else. “In percent to $80 billion in 2014.

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Location Focus: Florida – Rebounded And Ready

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From the July/August 2014 issue. New conceptual plans offer two options: as a new Retail District or an Office Park. Retail: Numerous existing retailers in Cape Coral have experienced tremendous annual sales and, in some instances, are the largest grossing stores within their respective chains. By Dominique Cantelme.

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State Focus: Minnesota’s Formula For Success

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From the March/April 2014 issue. The state has 18 Fortune 500 companies specializing in areas such as health care, financial services, retail and food production. Paul International Airport. The region is a major transportation hub and travelers can reach any market in the country within three hours by air. jobless rate.

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Food Processing: Generating Growth for Good Eats

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It is conveniently located adjacent to Canada’s largest airport, Toronto Pearson International, as well as home to CN’s Intermodal Railway Terminal, the largest intermodal railway terminal in Canada. These companies then process and package it for sale to retail and wholesale markets. Brampton is a people-powered economy.

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STATE FOCUS: Florida – Let The Sun Shine

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Southwest view of the Fort Lauderdale International Airport. percent in 2014, 2.8 percent in 2012, retail sales will grow at an average pace of 3.7 This is due in part to the fact that economic recovery in Florida is feeding into retail sales. percent in 2014 and 4.1 Photo: Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance.).

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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From the March/April 2014 issue. The Decatur airport provides another important transportation option; with runways of 8,500 feet in length and 150 feet wide the airport is capable of handling large freight carrying aircraft. More than 60 airports are located throughout New Mexico. By Business Facilities Editorial Staff.