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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.). Gilbert is aggressively moving forward with a daring plan to revive two square miles of property with a variety of commercial enterprises, including hotels, casinos and retail stores. By Business Facilities Staff. automotive industry.

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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.”. By Robert Tilton. Pat Quinn and state agencies are working together to advance Illinois. percent for a secure, 30-year fixed-rate mortgage.

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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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State Focus: Minnesota’s Formula For Success

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From the March/April 2014 issue. The state has 18 Fortune 500 companies specializing in areas such as health care, financial services, retail and food production. The region sits in the middle of major trucking, shipping and railroad systems, allowing goods to flow efficiently throughout the country. By Robert Tilton.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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From the March/April 2014 issue. In comparison, railroads are in a much better position regarding infrastructure, equipment and personnel. Three Class I railroads (Norfolk Southern, Canadian Northern and the CSX) serve Decatur and are directly interconnected through a privately owned intermodal ramp as part of the Midwest Inland Port.

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Cover Story: New Energy Powers Growth

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From the March/April 2014 issue. states with service to all six Class I railroads, and offers more than 7,300 miles of oil pipeline and 11,200 miles of gas pipeline. In 2013, 459,380 kilowatt (KW) hours were generated by wind farms in Nebraska, a number that is expected to reach 534,380 KW hours in 2014. times that of the Nos.

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FEATURE STORY: Racing To Be Ready – U.S. Ports Prepare for Post Panamax Era

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The present effort in this part of the project is to develop 600 acres that will be the foundation of Virginia’s fourth, deep-water marine terminal. The Port currently has service by two Class I railroads, Norfolk Southern and CSX—both offer double-stack service to critical manufacturing and population centers.