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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Soaring To New Heights

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The Aerospace/Defense industry reported its third consecutive year of record revenue and profit last year. The uptick came on the strength of a surging commercial aviation market that more than offset a soft defense performance. However, defense companies face an uncertain 2013. By BF Staff. billion in operating profit.

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Wisconsin: Where Collaboration Drives Industry Advancement

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In Wisconsin, these strategies include industry cluster development rooted in unique technical knowledge and specialized supply-chain strengths. More than 200 companies with ties to the water industry call Wisconsin home, employing over 37,000 people and generating $5.7 Water Technology. billion in annual sales. and in Europe.

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Advanced Manufacturing Industry: Dynamic Advancements

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While traditional manufacturing involved hard product industries that converted raw materials into finished products via manual or mechanized techniques (e.g., From East to West and in between, here are some locations that currently suit the advanced manufacturing industry and are looking to expand upon that success.

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Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report

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“Tennessee always sets the bar high in meeting all of the priorities of businesses evaluating locations in the Volunteer State, whether it’s customized workforce training, prefertilized sites or lower industrial electricity costs.”. Bill Lee has cited TN’s business-friendly environment in several recent project announcements.

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New Hampshire Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency, providing specialized assistance to businesses seeking assistance with contracting and subcontracting opportunities with the Department of Defense, other federal agencies or state and local governments. The maximum credit over five years is $240,000, capped at $40,000 per year.

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

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Arkansas has more than 275 available industrial buildings, which range from 10,000 to 2.1 Nearly 200 of these available industrial buildings have interstate access. The Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC), working with other state agencies, offers a Career Readiness Certificate to potential employees.

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Maryland: Green Energy Institute Brings Innovation To Market

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Hogan’s 2017 Environmental Package includes initiatives to grow jobs in green industries, promote the use of electric vehicles, invest in renewable energy innovations and promote clean water commerce. million square feet of occupied industrial and commercial space, more than 1,900 jobs and nearly $320 million in capital investment.