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LOCATION SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK: Brick City Development Corporation

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Since the 19th century, Newark has been a major hub for industry, trade, and transport thanks to its port facilities, railroads, quality workforce, and strategic location. With a major international airport and real estate prices at less than half of those in nearby Manhattan, Newark is a smart choice for any size company.

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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 markets, Brunswick County offers thousands of acres of prime land for industry. This commitment is shown via a broad range of incentives available to industry. According to SoL, U.S. percent in 2014.

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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

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An airport of entry (AOE), usually designated with the word “international”, provides customs and immigration services for incoming flights. These services allow the airport to serve as an initial port of entry for foreign visitors arriving in a country. NASHVILLE ASCENDS: A CITY AND AIRPORT FLYING HIGH.

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FEATURE STORY: State of the Year – Tennessee

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Tennessee’s burgeoning automotive industry includes 910 companies, employs more than 113,000 workers and has an economic impact of more than $31 billion. Verd Industrial Park in Athens, TN. Automotive components supplier Meiwa Industry announced last summer it will open its first U.S. plant in Lewisburg, TN, an investment of $6.1

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LOCATION FOCUS: The Heartland of America Beats Strong

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Illinois has a broad economic base with Chicago in the northeast; small industrial cities and great agricultural productivity in the central and western regions; and natural resources like coal, timber and petroleum in the south. In addition, the state has more than 137 public use airports, 270 heliports and 840 aviation facilities.

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FEATURE STORY: Game-Changer In The Heartland

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Today, 30,000 ADM employees around the globe convert oilseeds, corn, wheat and cocoa into products for food, animal feed, industrial and energy uses. According to the American Association of Railroads, U.S. The people of ADM transform crops into products that serve vital needs. Louis and Indianapolis. 36 and U.S.

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

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Industrial supplies represented the largest goods export category with a record $499.5 The Railroad sector was the big winner with a 15.3 The International Air Transport Association (IATA) continues to expect net post-tax profits for the entire industry to fall from $7.9 exports of goods and services increased by 14.5