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World's Largest Ongoing Construction Projects

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The construction industry is suffering a slump due to the pandemic, but the giant construction projects all over the world are still ongoing. Al Maktoum Airport, Dubai Different airports don't set you up for the size of Dubai's Al Maktoum International Airport, which reaches out over in excess of 21 square miles.

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Top Ten Construction Projects in World

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The Construction industry is something that never stops. Our list of the top ten largest construction projects includes infrastructures, industrial, and entertainment complexes. Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai Spreading over 21 square miles, the Al Maktoum International Airport is the largest airport under construction ever.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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logistics and transportation industry totaled $1.33 Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Hours of Service (HOS) rule that went into effect on July 1, 2013 could create a reduction in industry productivity, projecting the need for another 100,000 drivers without an increase in shipping volume.

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Port of South Louisiana: Your Key to the World

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The Port of South Louisiana’s mission is to promote maritime commerce, trade, and development along with establishing industrial facilities resulting in job creation and a stronger tax base for the region. The resident industry within the Port includes companies in the petrochemical, fertilizer, and logistics trades. Learn More.

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Soaring To New Heights

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Shreveport Regional Airport. The Aerospace/Defense industry reported its third consecutive year of record revenue and profit last year. Although growth is expected to slow, commercial aerospace companies continue to be optimistic about the future, industry experts say. By BF Staff. From the July/August 2013 issue.

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Industry Focus: Food Processing – The Process Of Consistency

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The food processing industry works to convert raw materials, such as grains, dairy products and meats, to processed food. Much of the foods found in grocery stores have been processed, and the industry remains one of the largest in the United States. Overall, the food processing industry is largely necessary in today’s society.

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Global Growth Surge in Southwest Louisiana

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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.”. Edwards said. “We Businesses come first in St.