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FEATURE STORY: Logistics Clusters Are Jobs Magnets

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Examples of major logistics clusters include Memphis, home to hundreds of distribution centers and a major air freight hub with impressive land, water and rail logistics assets as well. You know if the white shirt should go to Kansas and the blue shirt should go to Chicago or the other way around.”. Photo: Memphismegasite.com.).

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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – Metro And Global Rankings

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NOLA, MEMPHIS ARE LOGISTICS LEADERS. In 2012, the Port of New Orleans completed more than $100 million in new infrastructure projects port-wide in order to grow its facilities to handle rising trade volumes tied to the Panama Canal expansion. MEMPHIS IS STILL THE WORLD’S LEADING AIR CARGO HUB. GLOBAL RANKINGS.

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Rising Export Volumes Spur Inland Port Development Across the U.S.

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“Inland ports are becoming a critical part of the nation’s import/export cycle and the country’s competitive position on the world stage,” said John Carver, Head of Jones Lang LaSalle Ports Airports and Global Infrastructure (PAGI) group. Many of the country’s inland ports are located in the Midwest, including Chicago, Memphis, St.

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Georgia Ports See Surge In Private Investments, Record Cargo Volumes

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Georgia experienced record cargo volumes, infrastructure development, and two new customers bringing a combined 1 million square feet of additional distribution center space to Savannah, Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) Executive Director Griff Lynch announced during his recent State of the Port Address. Louis, Chicago and the Ohio Valley.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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In comparison, railroads are in a much better position regarding infrastructure, equipment and personnel. Located in the heart of Illinois; in the great Midwest; within 200 miles of metropolitan areas of Chicago, Indianapolis and St. Decatur has strong utility infrastructure capacity. percent increase over 2011 levels.

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Top Logistics Hubs: On The Move

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Cities and counties are leveraging their locations, skilled workforce, and intermodal services to keep goods moving.

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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. Today a 60,000-square-foot building with the entire infrastructure in place is nearing completion and the new Lanesville Business Park is on the market. Areva Pharmaceuticals, Inc.,

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