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FEATURE STORY: Ringing The Bell For Growth

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billion project that will transform Philadelphia’s skyline while generating thousands of new jobs. billion Innovation and Technology Center in Philadelphia. This long-planned work will ensure the Port of Philadelphia can accommodate larger ships and compete with other, nearby ports. In January, Gov. Corbett said.

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COVER STORY: 2012 Economic Development Deal of the Year Awards

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Entries from 17 states that jousted for our top awards included a biotech mega-complex in Georgia, a world- class commercial aircraft assembly facility in Alabama, a yogurt plant in Idaho and even a refinery in Philadelphia. The new plant will be a green facility—it is expected to meet LEED Construction Certification environmental standards.

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