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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Points of Entry for Cash-Rich Cargo

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Developers, investment interests and supply chain executives remain optimistic about our nation’s seaports,” said John Carver, head of JLL’s Ports, Airports and Global Infrastructure (PAGI) group, “Influenced by an evolving maritime logistics industry, global and trade transformations such as the extension of the Panama Canal and growth of U.S.

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State Focus: Arkansas – Easy To Reach, Easy To Grow

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The Arkansas River dissects the state from the northwest to the southeast, while the Mississippi River borders the state’s eastern edge. Ports along the Mississippi River are in Osceola, West Memphis and McGehee. To date, over 54,000 certificates have been awarded to Arkansas workers. LITTLE ROCK GETTING REALLY BIG.

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Maryland: Green Energy Institute Brings Innovation To Market

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Photo: Joe Andrucyk, Executive Office of the Governor). Photo: Harford County Office of Economic Development). In close proximity to APG, Harford County’s Office of Economic Development is located on U.S. Larry Hogan, with Lt. The new green energy research facility is the centerpiece of Gov. A highly skilled workforce.

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SPECIAL REPORT: Two Train Cars Forward, Three Cargo Ships Back

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There are networks with 120,000 miles of major railroads, more than 25,000 miles of commercially navigable waterways and more than 5,000 public-use airports. Interstates 64, 65, 70 and 74 all provide access to points along some of the most vital highway corridors east of the Mississippi. It is comprised of 3.9

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FEATURE STORY: Logistics Clusters Are Jobs Magnets

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The Memphis International Airport is home to the FedEx Superhub. The corridor’s multi-modal transportation infrastructure offers a wide range of distribution options: Flint’s Bishop International Airport is at its core, offering continental and international flights. Photo: Memphismegasite.com.).

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Global Growth Surge in Southwest Louisiana

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billion ethane cracker complex on the same 250 acres the MEG and headquarters office will be located. The southwest side of Louisiana is in a strategic location with access to ports, airports, rail, the Intercoastal Canal, and America’s premier pipeline that helps to deliver industrial products across the country,” he said.

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State Focus – Iowa: Growing Jobs As Well As Corn

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With the announcement that six additional Iowa sites have gone through a rigorous certification process to be considered ‘development ready,’ we are moving Iowa to the top of the list for projects that are looking for a home.”. The Green Certification program is being launched with a pilot round focused on the Green Office Park category.

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