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DECEMBER 11, 2013

The RFP appears to be Boeing’s trump card aimed at breaking a long-running dispute with the Machinists union in Everett, WA, Boeing’s long-time production hub and current home to its 777 assembly line. Industry analysts view the RFP as a last-ditch effort to break the deadlock and bring the union back to the bargaining table.

Deals 47

Deals South Carolina Union Washington 47

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JULY 28, 2014

More than 20 states had aggressively courted the aerospace giant when in the midst of negotiating a new contract with the Machinist’s Union it signaled it was willing to consider relocation its primary assembly facilities. Inslee praised the union workers who approved the new contract that sealed the state’s long-term deal with Boeing.

Washington 45

Washington Industrial Long Beach Zoning 45

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AUGUST 5, 2013

BF Editor in Chief Jack Rogers noted that China’s status as the alternative energy leader may not last long because Chinese dumping of underpriced photovoltaic panels has been successfully challenged by the United States in the World Trade Organization and negotiations are underway to eliminate the PRC’s subsidies.

Metro 110

Metro Memphis Louisiana Mobility 110

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OCTOBER 19, 2012

A key ingredient to Texas’ success is a comprehensive job creation strategy focused on six key industry clusters: Advanced Technology and Manufacturing; Aerospace, Aviation, and Defense; Biotechnology and Life Sciences; Information and Computer Technology; Petroleum Refining and Chemical Products; and Energy.

Texas 45

Texas Fort Worth Dallas Airports 45

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MARCH 21, 2014

In addition to the manufacturing industry and California’s small business employers, the Panel also prioritizes nanotechnology, biotechnology and life sciences, goods movement and transportation logistics, aerospace and defense, advanced IT services, multimedia/entertainment, healthcare, construction, agriculture and renewables.

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75

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APRIL 15, 2014

In 2001 the MRZ designation was renewed for the former Williams Air Force Base, now known as Williams Gateway Airport. Naval Air Facility in Goodyear, now known as Phoenix/Goodyear Airport, was designated as an MRZ. High Impact Performance Incentive: A negotiated grant used to attract and grow major high impact facilities in Florida.

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108