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

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The overall cost of the logistics industry rose another 3.1 The transportation sector of the logistics industry grew by 3.6 To meet demand, rails increased capacity with 1,300 new and rebuilt locomotives; 3,800 freight car purchases; and 700 new leased freight carts. According to SoL, U.S. businesses spent approximately $1.39

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Global Growth Surge in Southwest Louisiana

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From the July/August 2017 Issue. Southwest Louisiana is undergoing an industrial renaissance with record amounts of domestic and foreign-direct investment in new chemical and energy projects,” Gov. We encourage all of our industries to consider SWLA as a potential home base for their headquarters facilities.”. By the BF Staff.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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The thriving high-tech industry in Austin has made Texas the second-largest semiconductor job market after California, according to the Semiconductor Industry Association. the next five-year phase—will focus on eight industries, including clean technology, data centers and digital media.

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Cover Story: New Energy Powers Growth

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states with service to all six Class I railroads, and offers more than 7,300 miles of oil pipeline and 11,200 miles of gas pipeline. has made Louisiana a prime development state for major capital investments in new and expanding process industries–manufacturers that rely heavily upon natural gas as a feedstock. times that of the Nos.

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FEATURE STORY: Racing To Be Ready – U.S. Ports Prepare for Post Panamax Era

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The P3 project is a 50-year agreement between the Maryland Port Administration (MPA) and Ports America Chesapeake to lease and operate the 200-acre Seagirt Marine Terminal. The Port currently has service by two Class I railroads, Norfolk Southern and CSX—both offer double-stack service to critical manufacturing and population centers.

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New Mexico Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRB): Can be issued by New Mexico communities to exempt companies from most of the property taxes on land, buildings and equipment. Certain green industries. 55% of the receipts from selling jet fuel for use in turboprop or jet engines until June 30, 2017; 40% after June 30, 2017. Apportionment.

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New Mexico Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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Advanced Energy Deduction & Advance Energy Tax Credit: Receipts from selling or leasing tangible personal property or services that are eligible generation plant costs to a person that holds an interest in a qualified generating facility are deductible from gross receipts and compensating tax. Certain green industries. Appointment.