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

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By Dominique Cantelme From the May/June 2016 Issue. Its proximity to O’Hare International Airport means that residents and businesses alike have direct, non-stop access to 200 destinations worldwide through 1,400 daily departures. Midwest Airports. billion pounds of cargo landing at the airport. supply chain.

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Digital Builder Ep 60: How Innovation and Technology Intersect

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This is especially true in transportation centers like airports, cruise ports, and terminals, where clear navigation and user-centric design are paramount. The more planning we do in advance, the faster and easier it gets down the road," she remarks. In 2016, we issued an RFI for a virtual campus. We can start with Massport.

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Logistics: No Drivers Needed

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A major logistics trend on the rise is autonomous road transportation—no drivers needed. In addition to warehouses, autonomous vehicles in logistics can also be found in airports, harbors and yards. Between July 1, 2015 and July 1, 2016, the U.S. As the city grows, its airport activity expands. percent increase.

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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

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From the September/October 2016 Issue. An airport of entry (AOE), usually designated with the word “international”, provides customs and immigration services for incoming flights. These services allow the airport to serve as an initial port of entry for foreign visitors arriving in a country. The Nashville Airports Experience.

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YANMAR America Building $20M Training Facility In Georgia

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The new facility is slated to open in August 2017 with an official groundbreaking ceremony at the site on November 16, 2016. The site’s proximity to our current headquarters in Adairsville and the Atlanta airport is also ideal for bringing in our customers from all over the globe. “We

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Illinois: Unveiling the Future of Digital Design and Manufacturing

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Wheeling is also home to Chicago Executive Airport, the third-busiest airport in Chicagoland, which it co-owns with the neighboring City of Prospect Heights. The airport serves as a resource for business and industry, and is a magnet drawing commerce to the area. It recently completed a $5.9

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Florida: A Warm Climate For Business Growth

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Businesses looking for workforce training, road infrastructure or specialized locations may also qualify for specific incentive programs. percent in March 2016, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. I-75 is east of Brooksville and connects via the major east-west artery, State Road 50. Embrace diversity and inclusion.

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