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The recent mega-mergers of major food companies like Kraft with Heinz and AB InBev with SABMiller are a sign consolidation of established companies but also an opportunity for new entrants to the market and cost-reduction throughout the industry. Not all of these acquisitions have worked out. ConAgra bought Ralcorp in 2012 for $6.8

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MAY 12, 2014

logistics and transportation industry totaled $1.33 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.

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MAY 14, 2014

Water technology is another strong industry in the state, employing nearly 15,500 people in water and wastewater treatment technology. With its strong lineup of companies and water technology know-how, Minnesota is poised to tap what many experts are predicting will be a $22 trillion industry worldwide by 2030. Cloud factory.

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MAY 25, 2016

“We have among the best assets in the world, including unparalleled access to global markets with our five international airports, seven Class I railroads, the third largest interstate highway system in the country, the third largest intermodal port in the world, and more. IL FILM INDUSTRY IS SURGING.

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JULY 6, 2016

The overall cost of the logistics industry rose another 3.1 The transportation sector of the logistics industry grew by 3.6 markets, Brunswick County offers thousands of acres of prime land for industry. This commitment is shown via a broad range of incentives available to industry. According to SoL, U.S. percent in 2014.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2014

Tennessee’s burgeoning automotive industry includes 910 companies, employs more than 113,000 workers and has an economic impact of more than $31 billion. Verd Industrial Park in Athens, TN. Automotive components supplier Meiwa Industry announced last summer it will open its first U.S. plant in Lewisburg, TN, an investment of $6.1

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OCTOBER 16, 2012

Virginia offers a talented work force, more than 500,000 students enrolled in over 100 in-state institutions of higher education and easy access to domestic and global markets through Washington Dulles International Airport, the Port of Virginia and two of the nation’s largest railroads. And as one of four U.S. Capital One Financial Corp.

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AUGUST 5, 2013

Not only do logistics clusters have huge potential for jobs creation, they also are hubs of innovation of environmental sustainability. Singapore, Rotterdam—the big clusters—this is where you see rapid environmental innovation,” notes Sheffi. This is where you see development of hybrid trucks, electric trucks and hybrid cranes.

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OCTOBER 22, 2012

Illinois has a broad economic base with Chicago in the northeast; small industrial cities and great agricultural productivity in the central and western regions; and natural resources like coal, timber and petroleum in the south.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

As part of the community’s efforts to grow and support commerce and industry, Arlington Heights recently approved a Zero Interest Loan program available to both new and existing businesses. WHEELING, IL IS A DYNAMIC BUSINESS/INDUSTRIAL HUB. Wheeling’s position as a dynamic business and industrial center continues to prosper.

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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. But Huntsville, our no.

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OCTOBER 15, 2012

As one of the largest segments of Agribusiness, the food processing industry interacts with farmers, livestock growers, distributors and consumers to convert fresh ingredients such as fruits, vegetables, grains, meats and dairy products into finished goods. Agriculture is the second largest industry in NY behind tourism.

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MAY 1, 2013

They encompass landscapes that range from farms, forests, rivers and lakes to mountains, towns and urban cities and a transportation infrastructure with airports, highways, waterways, subways, bridges and tunnels to help move its more than 19 million residents where they need to go. Western New York provides both city and suburban living.

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MARCH 19, 2014

O’Brian discussed the innovative approach taken towards recovery. A renovated warehouse space in Joplin’s industrial park has served as a temporary location for East Middle School students since the tornado. Missouri Southern State University in Joplin offers a strong industrial technology program.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Certified shovel ready sites are in growing demand among companies and site selection consultants, and they are an increasingly popular tool for communities to attract new business and industry. The plant will be located on an 83-acre GRAD site in the Effingham County Industrial Park. To get ready, many states across the U.S.

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AUGUST 1, 2014

The thriving high-tech industry in Austin has made Texas the second-largest semiconductor job market after California, according to the Semiconductor Industry Association. the next five-year phase—will focus on eight industries, including clean technology, data centers and digital media.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

However, the competition is heating up as other ports build up their infrastructure and dredge their channels to get ready. Each of the four supersized cranes, known in the maritime industry as Super Post-Panamax, are 400-feet tall with the boom fully raised, can reach 22 containers across on a ship and can lift 187,500 pounds of cargo.

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APRIL 15, 2014

Alabama Infrastructure Grant Program: Funds are available to public entities for extension of water, sewer and road facilities to service new or expanding industries. Alabama Industrial Access Road & Bridge Program: Provides financial assistance to communities for industrial access to new and expanding industries.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2013

SMUD: ENERGY INNOVATORS. Since its inception in 1946, the community-owned Sacramento Municipal Utility District—known locally as SMUD—has had as its core values a commitment to innovation, conservation, creativity and service. SMUD is a major force in helping Sacramento develop into a leading clean tech/green tech industry center.

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JUNE 19, 2014

One of the fastest growing trends in the site selection business is the demand for certified industrial sites. Here is a roundup of some of the leading certification programs which have become the key for states and local municipalities to get their industrial sites ready in order to lure in new businesses and large-scale projects.

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APRIL 8, 2014

The Ben Franklin Technology Center of Central and Northern Pennsylvania was awarded a $750,000 Discovered in PA—Developed in PA (D2PA) grant to support the Shale Gas Innovation and Commercialization project. states with service to all six Class I railroads, and offers more than 7,300 miles of oil pipeline and 11,200 miles of gas pipeline.

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MARCH 4, 2016

PROJECTS: KAISER PERMANENTE (GA DED; AMAZON (GSMP); COMMUNITY HEALTH SYSTEMS (TN DECD); SOLARCITY (UTAH GOED); SUBARU EXPANSION (IEDC); POLARIS INDUSTRIES (AL DOC); NOVO NORDISK (EDC OF NC). Rendering of Kaiser Permanente’s National Innovation Center. By the BF Staff From the January/February 2016 Issue. Source: georgia.org).

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JULY 15, 2014

The food processing industry works to convert raw materials, such as grains, dairy products and meats, to processed food. Much of the foods found in grocery stores have been processed, and the industry remains one of the largest in the United States. Overall, the food processing industry is largely necessary in today’s society.

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MARCH 21, 2014

Industries that qualify for the CAPCO program may include manufacturing, processing, or assembling products; conducting research and development; or providing services. ALABAMA INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM: Funds are available for extension of water, sewer and road facilities. It allows for the construction of roads, bridges, etc.

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OCTOBER 19, 2012

Texas continues to be a leader in jobs, innovation and technological development, thanks in part to investments through the Texas Emerging Technology Fund which have attracted top researchers and cutting edge companies to the state,” said Gov. A Big Focus On Industry Clusters. It outperformed overall U.S. exports, which grew by 15.8

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DECEMBER 3, 2013

million people and a nation-leading state infrastructure, it’s ensuring the future is as bright as the present. Texas is investing in its future by offering competitive incentives to companies creating jobs and driving innovation in the state. Texas isn’t resting on laurels or stuck on past platitudes. INVESTING IN THE FUTURE.

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