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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Deal of the Year Awards

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billion project that has earned our 2013 Economic Development Deal of the Year Gold Award. million-square-foot building located on 83 acres near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. The GPEC chief added that he expects the Apple development in Mesa to draw other high-tech enterprises to the region. manufacturing.”

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BUSINESS REPORT: Illinois – Strong Demand Lifts Industrial Parks In Wheeling, IL

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Rendering of the new Tin Goose Hangar, which is under construction at Chicago Executive Airport. From the July/August 2013 issue. The community’s manufacturing base is anchored around the Village’s general aviation airport, Chicago Executive Airport. Photo: Morganharbour.com.). By Sharon Clark.

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Industry Focus: Global Aerospace Production Soars To New Heights

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The Deloitte study, which is the most comprehensive look at the aerospace/defense sector, projects overall growth of about five percent this year, matching the trends recorded in 2012 and 2013. percent in 2001 to an estimated 31 percent in 2013. 15 minutes to Paine Field Airport and air cargo facilities.

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Location Focus: Illinois – Trying to Make Headway in Every Way

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According to the Illinois Government News Network (IGNN), “In 2013, 3,000 families purchased homes through one of IHDA’s programs, generating 1,500 jobs and infusing $70 million into Illinois’ economy. were named to the 2013 “Inc. percent in 2013, down from 7.7 Both Paylocity and Aurico Reports, Inc. percent in 2012.

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LOCATION FOCUS: The Heartland of America Beats Strong

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Illinois is home to one of the world’s busiest airports, Chicago’s O’Hare International and a major commuter hub at Midway Airport. In addition, the state has more than 137 public use airports, 270 heliports and 840 aviation facilities. Scheduled for completion in late 2013 is a $69 million full-access tollway interchange. “It

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Points of Entry for Cash-Rich Cargo

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From the January/February 2013 issue. The Village of Wheeling’s manufacturing base is anchored around its general aviation airport, Chicago Executive Airport, the third busiest in Chicagoland. Chicago Executive Airport serves as a hub for business and industry and as a logical magnet drawing businesses to the area.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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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. More than 60 airports are located throughout New Mexico.