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LOCATION FOCUS: Indiana — More And More Roads Are Leading To “The Crossroads Of America”

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Several ongoing infrastructure upgrades taking place are greatly enhancing transportation in the region, adding to the capacity for businesses to grow. Hoosier Energy’s territory is served by major air transport from three locations, which play a progressively positive role in economic opportunity.

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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. Autonomous forklifts and robot arms load, unload and transport goods within the warehouse area, connecting to one another and forming flexible conveyor belts. By the BF Staff. From the September/October 2017 Issue.

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LOCATION FOCUS: Kansas – Diversification From The Ground Up

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Excellent transportation corridors. Utilities, including power electrical and gas lines plus water and sewer lines, will be in place ready to connect with tenants. Already home to Mars Chocolate North America, Kanza Fire offers mixed-use land parcels ideal for manufacturing and distribution. Business-friendly policies.

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Food Processing: Generating Growth for Good Eats

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Fast and efficient transportation and logistics infrastructure also fuels the growth of this industry, as well as international markets (L.A. Brampton is also at the center of Canada’s major transportation corridors and close to the U.S. is the largest manufacturer of gingerbread house kits in North America. Bacardi Canada Inc.,

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Business Report: Chicago Will Host Digital Manufacturing And Design Innovation Institute

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Obama says the hubs will keep America at the cutting edge of technology and innovation, and help ensure the steady creation of good-paying jobs in advanced manufacturing that will expand the middle class. approaches manufacturing, making America more competitive globally. Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Gov. Today, Method can?be

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State Focus – Indiana: Regional Plans Are Hopping In The Hoosier State

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A robust utility and transportation infrastructure enhances production and transportation of goods in all parts of the service territory. The transportation infrastructure running through Southern Indiana is an advantage for any company. This approach has helped attract and retain numerous business growth opportunities.

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: The Process of Food

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Food processing also increases the seasonal availability of many foods and enables transportation of perishable foods across long distances, creating more diverse food opportunities. Here are some locations that can help companies cut down on transportation and distribution costs. Genesee County, NY is a Food Processing Hub.