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FEATURE STORY: Logistics Clusters Are Jobs Magnets

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These include transportation carriers of all kinds, as well as warehousing, distribution, third-party logistics services, manufacturers’ operations, retailers and distributers who may have their own distribution centers. The Memphis International Airport is home to the FedEx Superhub. Photo: Memphismegasite.com.).

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SPECIAL REPORT: Two Train Cars Forward, Three Cargo Ships Back

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There are networks with 120,000 miles of major railroads, more than 25,000 miles of commercially navigable waterways and more than 5,000 public-use airports. Louis, Tulsa, Little Rock and Memphis are just hours away. Four airports within 110 miles serve the region, providing commercial and cargo service to markets throughout the world.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Joplin Area Rises From The Rubble And Reaches For New Heights

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Louis, Tulsa, Little Rock and Memphis are just hours away. Commercial air service is available at Joplin Regional Airport and three other major airports within 90 minutes drive time. Four airports within 110 miles serve the region, providing commercial and cargo service to markets throughout the world.

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State Focus: Minnesota’s Formula For Success

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The state has 18 Fortune 500 companies specializing in areas such as health care, financial services, retail and food production. Endeavor Airlines, an executive jet line and Delta Air Lines subsidiary, moved its corporate headquarters from Memphis, Tenn., Paul International Airport. The list includes Target Corp.,

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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The Decatur airport provides another important transportation option; with runways of 8,500 feet in length and 150 feet wide the airport is capable of handling large freight carrying aircraft. More than 60 airports are located throughout New Mexico. Three cargo carriers serve the airport: Federal Express, DHL and UPS.

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Locations For The Food Processing Industry: The Food Puzzle

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From the farmlands and research and development, to retailers, food service and customers, you will find regional, national and global brands that call Ohio home. The City’s international airport provides 24-hour cargo services. It takes many helping hands to bring good food to families across the nation. Abbott Laboratories.

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Industry Focus: Food Processing – The Process Of Consistency

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The Oswego County Airport offers two 5,200-foot paved runways ideal for business, industry and private aviation. Syracuse Hancock International Airport is within minutes of Oswego County. Two large-acreage sites, the Little Rock Metro Mega Site and West Memphis Mega Site, are currently featured on www.AdvanceArkansasSites.com.