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BUSINESS REPORT: Tennessee Initiates Site Certification Program

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We also have one of the best balance sheets in the country with a very low debt burden. Brock lauds Tennessee’s workforce and location as two of its biggest draws. Our state is on the cutting edge of public education reform and tort reform. As a state, Tennessee is a solid partner.”.

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Centers of Technology: The Future Is Now

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“We have an abundance of resources and, in particular, access to talent which is really impactful when you think about leading commercialization in technology as well as providing a foundation for companies to be able to draw their own workforces.”. GE’s Digital Division recently opened an office in Providence to tap into the tech talent.

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COVER STORY: Shovel Ready Sites Are Growing From The Ground Up

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Cloud’s Airport Industrial Park, an area certified as “Shovel Ready” under the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Shovel Ready Site Certification Program. Since the Shovel Ready Program began in 2009, it has helped to draw projects like Geringhoff and many others to the region. This is the first U.S.

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Cover Story: Global Biotech Report

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Due to the close proximity of the research centers and universities, the city is able to draw on a large talent pool. Luxembourg’s air freight hub has been reinforced with the opening of LuxairCARGO‘s new dedicated Pharma & Healthcare Center at the capital‘s national airport.

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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

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Loan proceeds are to be used for working capital, inventory, equipment purchase, and real property improvements but cannot be used for refinancing of existing debt or outstanding debt payments. Funds cannot be used for debt refinancing or contingency funding. The program ends December 2016.

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FEATURE STORY: Thailand — Nuanced Nation, One-Stop Shop

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Thailand is a richly nuanced country that draws tourists from every part of the globe but it offers even more than culture, relaxation and nightlife. With seven international airports, Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport is the largest, flying 45 million passengers plus a 3-million ton cargo capacity per year.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

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00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets. Measured Drawing Information. 00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets. Measured Drawing Information. Affidavit of Payment of Debts and Claims Form. 01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples. Special Project Procedures for Airport Facilities. 02 21 16 Measured Drawings.