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The Travel & Tourism Game

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billion) and Retail ($109.6 million directly in the travel industry and 6.8 million in other industries. Travel ranks 7th in terms of employment compared to other major private industry sectors. Travel ranks 7th in terms of employment compared to other major private industry sectors. casino industry supports 1.8

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

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The overall cost of the logistics industry rose another 3.1 The transportation sector of the logistics industry grew by 3.6 markets, Brunswick County offers thousands of acres of prime land for industry. This commitment is shown via a broad range of incentives available to industry. According to SoL, U.S. percent in 2014.

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Global Growth Surge in Southwest Louisiana

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From the July/August 2017 Issue. Southwest Louisiana is undergoing an industrial renaissance with record amounts of domestic and foreign-direct investment in new chemical and energy projects,” Gov. By the BF Staff. Lotte had already closed an investment deal with Westlake Chemical for the construction of a $1.9 Edwards said. “We

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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The thriving high-tech industry in Austin has made Texas the second-largest semiconductor job market after California, according to the Semiconductor Industry Association. the next five-year phase—will focus on eight industries, including clean technology, data centers and digital media.

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Cover Story: New Energy Powers Growth

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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. has made Louisiana a prime development state for major capital investments in new and expanding process industries–manufacturers that rely heavily upon natural gas as a feedstock. times that of the Nos.

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New Mexico Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRB): Can be issued by New Mexico communities to exempt companies from most of the property taxes on land, buildings and equipment. Non-retail service companies that export a substantial% age of services out of state (50% or more revenues and/or customer base). Certain green industries. Apportionment.

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New Mexico Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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55% of the receipts from selling jet fuel for use in turboprop or jet engines until June 30, 2017; 40% after June 30, 2017. Non-retail service companies that export a substantial percentage of services out of state (50% or more revenues and/or customer base). Certain green industries. Five-Year Policy Changes: Year.