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SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

The key is a world-class supply chain/logistics system of ports, rails, airports and a network of efficient transport means that provide a cost-effective and efficient path to export and compete globally. Is Michigan working with businesses and higher-education resources to produce graduates with the skills to fill STEM-oriented jobs?

Michigan 41

Michigan Defense Education Detroit 41

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MAY 19, 2014

Arkansas offers companies a strong transportation network with intersecting Interstates, rail access and water transportation. Many of Arkansas’s port locations have railway connections that provide a smooth transition for various modes of transportation and quick delivery. Hunt Transport, ABF Freight System, P.A.M.

Arkansas 47

Arkansas St. Louis Transportation Metro 47

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AUGUST 27, 2014

Department of Education as the state most effectively implementing the Race to the Top program. BH: Tennessee has been making great strides in education thanks to Gov. Haslam’s intense focus on the state’s education system. BH: Tennessee has a distinct competitive strength in transportation and logistics. Far West U.S.

Tennessee 46

Tennessee Nashville Memphis Nevada 46

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DECEMBER 6, 2017

I owa’s leaders have an ambitious target for the state’s workforce education goals. Governor Kim Reynolds is calling on educators, employers and legislators to collaborate to add 120,000 Iowans with postsecondary degrees or credentials to the state’s workforce by 2025. Iowa consistently earns high marks for its education climate.

Iowa 43

Iowa Site Illinois Education 43

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Institutions of higher education are busy working with high-tech industries in Washington to develop academic programs geared to producing skilled workers. Inslee expressed confidence that Washington will maintain its leadership position in aerospace/defense, and not just by relying on military contracts. “We

Washington 43

Washington South Carolina Defense Electrical 43

Business Facilities

DECEMBER 9, 2015

Louisiana: Where Partnerships Propel Innovation and Investment originally appeared on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. Louisiana is bringing together state, regional and local partners, including business and higher education resources, in intelligent collaborations yielding sustainable economic growth. By the BF Staff.

Louisiana 40

Louisiana Innovation Education Site 40

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JUNE 6, 2014

President Obama has awarded Chicago a $70 million grant from the Department of Defense to build a $320-million Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute. The Digital Lab will apply computing technologies to address the manufacturing challenges faced by the Department of Defense.

Chicago 45

Chicago Innovation Design Illinois 45

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AUGUST 5, 2013

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. Sheffi is a professor of Engineering Systems and director of the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics (CTL).

Memphis 76

Memphis Michigan Transportation Florida 76

Business Facilities

JULY 28, 2014

Its specialized facilities transport aircraft parts to Paine Field, and are a key player in the import and export of these goods through Washington. It enjoys strong support from and close cooperation among government, industry, labor, education and community leaders. 15 minutes to Paine Field Airport and air cargo facilities.

Washington 45

Washington Industrial Long Beach Zoning 45

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

percent and transportation and warehousing which grew by 3.8 Chief Executive magazine’s 2014 survey of CEOs ranked Florida #2 on its listing of “Best/Worst States for Business.” Nyrstar was joined by a parade of headquarters relocations and expansions in Broward last year, including Anthem Education.

Florida 46

Florida Tampa Airports Miami 46

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MARCH 28, 2014

Stafford County has put a high priority on investments in infrastructure, including high-speed broadband as well as traditional transportation projects. An excellent education network of primary and secondary schools appeals to employers and employees alike. INVESTING IN 21ST CENTURY INFRASTRUCTURE. A BUSINESS FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT.

Virginia 45

Virginia Infrastructure Washington Baltimore 45

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DECEMBER 30, 2015

Alabama is BF’s 2015 State of the Year originally appeared on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. “The Crimson Tide has rolled in a bevy of big-ticket projects that have provided a solid foundation for future growth,” BF Editor in Chief Jack Rogers said, announcing the magazine’s top annual award.

Alabama 40

Alabama Mobility NJ America 40

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JULY 23, 2013

In our wireless world, mobile and broadband networks create economic opportunities for health care, manufacturing, education, transportation and public safety, and virtually every other economic section.”. In 2012, CSX Transportation named Edgecombe County’s Kingsboro “mega site” one of its “CSX Select Sites.”

North Carolina 74

North Carolina South Carolina Electrical Charlotte 74

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MARCH 2, 2013

We have a supplier support team in place and are currently mobilizing education initiatives and planning training centers to accommodate the skilled workforce demands. But one look at photos the National Transportation Safety Board took of the battery container from a Jan. Boeing has produced 50 787s to date at its new facility in N.

Alabama 49

Alabama Mobility Electrical Defense 49

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APRIL 8, 2016

These educational institutions help hone the skills of the workforce in south central Kansas, while also partnering closely with industry on research. Department of Homeland Security is constructing its new National Bio and Agro Defense Facility in Manhattan, a $1.25 Due to Kansas State’s strengths in this area, the U.S.

Kansas 40

Kansas Wichita Kansas City America 40

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AUGUST 5, 2013

Louisiana’s capital has had great success in executing the state’s strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors. Baton Rouge, LA has been named our top-ranked metro for Economic Growth Potential. NOLA, MEMPHIS ARE LOGISTICS LEADERS.

Metro 110

Metro Memphis Louisiana Mobility 110

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AUGUST 15, 2022

Post-pandemic growth is propelled by policies that keep an eye on what companies are seeking for success. .

Arizona 111

Arizona Electrical Defense Education 111

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FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Texas was our top-ranked state in Best Business Climate; it also garnered the top spot in Best Transportation Infrastructure and Installed Wind Power Capacity Leaders. When you factor in traditionally low labor costs, strong infrastructure, a growing population and a stellar higher-education system, you have an unbeatable combination.”.

Texas 86

Texas Deals Fort Worth South Carolina 86

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JULY 31, 2012

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Infrastructure 34

Infrastructure FAQ Schedule Contract 34

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JUNE 16, 2016

This category tells you which states are doing the best job of upgrading their roads, bridges, dams, pipelines, broadband and all of the other essentials of transportation and commerce. ” So if it’s raining when a terrorist is driving across the U.S.

United States 40

United States Budgeting Budget Security 40

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MAY 15, 2013

Targeted Industries: IT & Computer Tech, Energy, Petroleum Refining & Chemical Products, Advanced Tech & Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense. For its groundbreaking work, the company received a $1 million Small Business Innovation Research award from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in July 2012.

Austin 73

Austin Texas Innovation Industrial 73

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FEBRUARY 25, 2013

Current transportation inefficiencies create major issues with congestion, pollution and public safety. However, its central location, transportation network, and labor resources have proven to be a tremendous benefit to companies that do business globally.

Industrial 40

Industrial Airports Chicago Oakland 40

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APRIL 5, 2018

South Carolina's North Eastern Strategic Alliance region attracted more than $850 million in investments in 2017, projects that will create more than 2,200 new jobs. Read: A New Frontier For Investment In South Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.

South Carolina 55

South Carolina Defense Education Transportation 55

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MAY 5, 2016

A fter several years of job losses, aerospace and defense sector employment is expected to grow in 2016 by more than 39,000 jobs in the U.S., Aerospace & Defense Labor Market Study. percent, of which about 185,000 jobs were lost in the defense subsector. Aerospace and defense sector companies paid $7.7

Industrial 40

Industrial Airports Louisiana Florida 40

Business Facilities

AUGUST 1, 2014

Baton Rouge, LA has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors. Lexington is a diversified growth engine for health and educational services, technology, retail trade, and manufacturing.

Metro 111

Metro Detroit Austin Baltimore 111

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OCTOBER 23, 2017

Taking advantage of that strong educational and training foundation is the new BRIDG (Building the Innovation Development Gap) facility at NeoCity in Osceola County. The excellent support we have received from Bay County EDA, Governor Rick Scott’s office, higher educational partners and The St. Photo: Enterprise Florida).

Kentucky 42

Kentucky Florida Nebraska New Jersey 42

Business Facilities

JULY 24, 2019

Austin hosts the Army Futures Command, cybersecurity firms, transportation technology, life sciences and health tech and companies innovating in film, gaming and music. This diverse group of thought leaders and innovators educate, inspire and stimulate change with the ultimate goal being deep discussion and action. Former Gov.

Metro 108

Metro Atlanta Austin Innovation 108

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Ohio made a number of appearances in Business Facilities’ 2012 State Rankings report , reaching 7th for Automotive Manufacturing Strength and Best Education Climate; 4th for Economic Growth Potential, Race to the Top Leaders and Best Transportation Infrastructure; and 10th for Workforce Health and Safety. With no red tape.

Ohio 63

Ohio Airports Industrial Columbus 63

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DECEMBER 3, 2013

Texas’ commitment to growth through innovation is manifested in the Texas Emerging Technology Fund (TETF), a grant program designed to expedite the development and commercialization of new technologies through partnerships between the state, higher education institutions, and private industry.

Texas 49

Texas Education Airports Zoning 49

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APRIL 28, 2016

And while baby boomer retirement and economic expansion are two major reasons, it is perpetuated by the lack of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) field graduates and the lack of preparation the education system offers students to verse them in mathematical and scientific concepts.

Industrial 40

Industrial Utah Indiana New Jersey 40

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 12, 2016

A vibrant manufacturing sector needs an equally vibrant workforce, educated in a multitude of fields from engineering to economics. Eurotranciatura will also build a roughly 30,000-square-foot distribution warehouse near its current plant to accommodate growth and reduce transportation costs.

Oklahoma 40

Oklahoma Mississippi Tennessee Utah 40

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APRIL 12, 2016

Two unique state programs are the winners of our Achievement in Public-Private Partnership awards: The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) , for its Rapid Bridge Replacement Project; and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority for the Edison Innovation Fund. Andrew Cuomo. ACHIEVEMENT IN WORKFORCE TRAINING.

Indiana 40

Indiana New York New Jersey Wisconsin 40

Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Mississippi has reduced the amount of capital investment and the minimum number of jobs required to receive aerospace and data center incentives. Read: Mississippi: Business Is Blossoming In The Magnolia State at BusinessFacilities.com.

Mississippi 17

Mississippi Arkansas Zoning Defense 17

Business Facilities

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

A diverse, highly educated workforce and an entrepreneurial spirit have made Israel a magnet for a wide spectrum of businesses, from startups to multi-national corporations. Read: Israel Is Innovating Its Way To Success at BusinessFacilities.com.

Innovation 111

Innovation Spirit Education Defense 111

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AUGUST 30, 2017

of Transportation invested more than $135 million into the Spaulding Turnpike in Rochester, directly impacting and making improvements for this massive development zone in the Seacoast of New Hampshire. The short drive results in manufacturing space at a lower cost, while still drawing from the same educated workforce. The NH Dept.

Rhode Island 52

Rhode Island Connecticut Massachusetts New Hampshire 52

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OCTOBER 19, 2012

percent in 2011 with top exporting industries that included petroleum and coal products, chemicals, computer and electronic products, non-electrical machinery and transportation equipment. Texas’ job growth over the past year points to a steady and sustained expansion of our state’s economy,” said Tom Pauken. It outperformed overall U.S.

Texas 45

Texas Fort Worth Dallas Airports 45

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MARCH 21, 2014

BROWNFIELD DEVELOPMENT TAX ABATEMENTS: Gives cities and counties the ability to abate the following: Non-educational city and county sales & use taxes; Non-educational state, city and county property taxes—up to 20 years; Mortgage and recording taxes. Three of the nation’s 40 Renewal Community areas are in Alabama.

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75