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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Hours of Service (HOS) rule that went into effect on July 1, 2013 could create a reduction in industry productivity, projecting the need for another 100,000 drivers without an increase in shipping volume. While trucking transportation costs rose 2.9

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Global Growth Surge in Southwest Louisiana

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There are 2-Class I railroads, Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) and the Union Pacific (UP) that serve the parish and a short line that accesses the major industrial areas. There is a four-lane interstate quality highway US 90 (future I-49) that parallels the railroads. Mary (PWSM) are shallow draft ports.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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Program regulations are currently being drafted to include the expanded definition for “Advanced Manufacturers.” Railroad Spurs. The act also allows for loans for food safety projects to ensure a safe food supply for Hawaii’s people. Right-to-Work State: Union membership in Kansas is 6.8%, well below the national average.

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