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TM Track Machines Opens Railcar Repair And Tamper Manufacturing Facility In Kansas

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“We are excited about the opportunities to leverage our long history of working with rail contractors, Class I, Regional and short-line Railroads, together with proven products, technologies and the Parsons workforce. Parsons is a community that was founded by the Katy Railroad and that heritage runs deep throughout our history.

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Louisiana Economic Development Wins Deal of the Year: Bronze Award

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Logistics and infrastructure played a key role in securing this mega-deal for Louisiana. Louisiana has the most extensive network of pipelines in the nation, and offers unmatched supply-chain access to domestic markets via railroads and barges. Bobby Jindal.

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7 Best Hard Hat Suspension to Protect Your Head

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SECURE COMFORTABLE FIT. 2014, Type 1, Class E, G, and C standards., 1-2014 requirements for type 1 Class G & C, or C. 2014 (Class G) Compliant. The straps are secured to each other thanks to stitching at the point they cross over each other. . Full Brim Hard Hat Construction OSHA Approved Hardhats.

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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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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

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Ports also play a role in national security by supporting the mobilization, deployment and resupply of U.S. According to the National Association of Foreign Trade Zones (NAFTZ), in 2014, goods exported directly from U.S. billion in 2014, accounting for 12.1 military forces. FTZs jumped 24.8 employment growth.

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FEATURE STORY: State of the Year – Tennessee

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From the January/February 2014 issue. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2014 and will result in a 1.5-million-square-foot In addition to boasting the number one cargo airport in North America, Greater Memphis has five Class-I railroads and the 4th-largest inland port. Bill Haslam announcing Eastman Chemical’s $1.6-billion

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

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From the July/August 2014 issue. percent for a secure, 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. percent for a secure, 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. 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.