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

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From the July/August 2014 issue. Projections show that even just a 15 percent increase in 2014 could generate an additional 1,725 jobs and infuse another $10 million into Illinois’ economy.”. Two Metra commuter rail stations link it to Downtown Chicago and a host of other northwest suburban municipalities. By Robert Tilton.

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

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From the March/April 2014 issue. 1,677 miles of Class 1 railroads. Major market centers in the region include: Memphis, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Kansas City, Oklahoma City, New Orleans and St. In addition, the state has 22 smaller railroads operating over its more than 2,700 miles of track.

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Logistics: On the Road, Water or Rails…or in the Air — AGAIN

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percent in 2014 to $1.45 percent in 2014. percent in 2014 due to stronger shipment volumes and inventory carrying charges that were up 2.1 In 2014, consumers began to drive the economy once again as consumer confidence measures soared,” said Wilson. percent to $80 billion in 2014. percent in 2014.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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From the July/August 2014 issue. To read about the 2014 state rankings, visit this link.). Like Youngstown, Toledo is on track to see exports double between 2009 and 2014. By Business Facilities Staff. Austin, TX: On Top, Still Rising. automotive industry. The Port of Baltimore has had a 50-foot deep channel since 1990.

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Industry Focus: Food Processing – The Process Of Consistency

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From the May/June 2014 issue. Additionally in 2014, the City of Frankfort already has announced the location of two food processing companies to the City. 1,677 miles of class 1 railroads. Arkansas also has 22 smaller railroads operating over its more than 2,700 miles of track. By Julianne Feaver.