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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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As indicated by our annual ranking of leading Post-Panamax Ready Ports (East Coast), currently, the Port of Virginia (in Norfolk) and the Port of Baltimore are the only East Coast ports that can accommodate the large ships. The Port of Baltimore has had a 50-foot deep channel since 1990. According to Maryland Gov.

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Industry Focus: Food Processing – The Process Of Consistency

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These arteries link the city with major markets along the east coast including Philadelphia, Wilmington, Baltimore, Washington D.C. Due to favorable lease agreements, affordable labor and a pro-business environment, these manufacturers have seen 16 percent job growth in the last 12 months. and New York City. million.