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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – Metro And Global Rankings

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From the July/August 2013 issue . This public-private partnership with Louisiana Economic Development, IBM and LSU is a powerful example of the triangulation between industry, government and academia that elevates the state’s role as a national leader in economic development,” said Koubek. By Business Facilities Staff.

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NOLA Tops Logistics List, San Jose Leading IT Hub In BF’s 2013 Metro Rankings Report

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The Port of New Orleans, at the center of the world’s busiest port complex, took first place in Business Facilities’ Logistics Leaders (Ports) ranking in the magazine’s 2013 Metro Rankings Report. Anchorage, AK held onto second place, followed by Louisville, KY, the North American hub for UPS. Far West U.S. -

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Soaring To New Heights

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From the July/August 2013 issue. 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. However, defense companies face an uncertain 2013.

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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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FEATURE STORY: Game-Changer In The Heartland

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From the September/October 2013 issue. 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. By Business Facilities Editorial Staff. Louis and Indianapolis. plant in Decatur.

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: The Process of Food

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As one of the largest segments of Agribusiness, the food processing industry interacts with farmers, livestock growers, distributors and consumers to convert fresh ingredients such as fruits, vegetables, grains, meats and dairy products into finished goods. Agriculture is the second largest industry in NY behind tourism.

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Business Report: Businesses Are Finding It’s Better In The Bluegrass State

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In 2013, Kentucky announced 281 new projects in which companies are investing $3.3 The auto industry is huge here. In the second quarter of 2013, Kentucky ranked first nationally in the number of new businesses reported—a six percent increase over the same period in 2012. In 2013, the state shipped a record $25.3