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NOVEMBER 26, 2013

The people of ADM transform crops into products that serve vital needs. Today, 30,000 ADM employees around the globe convert oilseeds, corn, wheat and cocoa into products for food, animal feed, industrial and energy uses. According to the American Association of Railroads, U.S. Exports from Illinois rose 5.1 percent to $68.1

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APRIL 7, 2016

Granex ships more than 300 truckloads of product every year across North America and more than 350 containers across the world from the Port of Tampa Bay. We are close to the Port of Tampa Bay which allows us to ships our products all across the world. Granex plans to add 50 jobs in Hillsborough County over the next few years.

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AUGUST 28, 2017

Premtec, a manufacturer of brake hoses for the railroad industry, will expand its operations in Rowan County, NC. After the planned expansion, operations at the facility will also include peripheral product assembly and test functions. On August 17, the NC Rural Infrastructure Authority awarded $185,000 to help fund the project.

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MARCH 9, 2016

Defense Production Zones: Virginia authorizes its communities to establish local defense production zones to benefit businesses engaged in the design, development or production of materials, components or equipment required to meet the needs of national defense.

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Can these connections be customized, or must the site work with existing infrastructure that cannot be altered? The property should also be able to support additional connections to roadways, railways, parking lots or other external infrastructure. The 92,000-square-foot expansion to Spartan Light Metal Products in Sparta, Illinois.

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OCTOBER 3, 2016

As its second distribution center and first facility outside California, Avept’s Indiana operations will allow the company to deliver products to its clients three to four days faster than it can solely from its California facility. Equipment installation is currently underway at the facility, with plans to launch operations this fall.

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MARCH 3, 2016

billion ethylene production complex on a 1,000-acre Greenfield site in St. billion ethylene production facility along the Mississippi River in Southeastern Louisiana. Logistics and infrastructure played a key role in securing this mega-deal for Louisiana. (FPCC) announced it will build a $9.4-billion

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MAY 19, 2014

That infrastructure, combined with an affordable, qualified workforce and a favorable business climate, make the state an ideal location for businesses wanting to easily move bulk commodities and consumer goods. 1,677 miles of Class 1 railroads. In Arkansas, you will find: 1,000 miles of navigable waterways.

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MARCH 22, 2016

Consumers want more variety and niche products, forcing large companies to begin building their portfolios around smaller brands. Fast and efficient transportation and logistics infrastructure also fuels the growth of this industry, as well as international markets (L.A. Bacardi Canada Inc., NAFTA Foods and Packaging Inc.,

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MARCH 21, 2014

Kansas also has one of the best and most extensive railroad systems in the country; the state’s 4,776 miles of track account for 2.23 railroad miles. Together with the highway system, Kansas’ quality railroads ensure that businesses in the state have next-day freight delivery to nearly 70 percent of the United States.

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MAY 27, 2014

Most businesses have similar needs: a skilled, eager workforce, an affordable cost of doing business, an energizing entrepreneurial climate and the ability to easily export products. Ford recently announced it will invest $80 million and add 350 new jobs to boost production capacity at its Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville.

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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. One-Off Production is when one product is made.

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APRIL 8, 2016

K nown as the Sunflower State, Kansas boasts a highly skilled workforce, outstanding infrastructure, low operating costs and a location in the heart of America. The state also ranks in the top 10 in railroad miles, which helps facilitate second day freight delivery to every area of the continental U.S.

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MARCH 12, 2021

Railroad and rail sleeper construction. Granulated blast furnace slag has been used as a raw material for cement production and as an aggregate and insulating material. Uses of High Alumina Cement: Generally, this refractory product is widely used in sewer infrastructure and marine construction. Dam construction.

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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. One-Off Production is when one product is made.

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OCTOBER 17, 2016

made products overseas for export. production and distribution operations that rely on global supply chains to remain competitive. If the final product emerging from a FTZ is exported, no U.S. If the product is imported into the U.S., Ports provide the link for getting goods to consumers and transporting U.S.

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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. The Wheeling plant will be Richelieu’s fifth. and Grundy Center, Iowa.

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MARCH 7, 2014

cents a kilowatt-hour for the first 10 years of production. Oklahoma has many infrastructure assets serving each mode of transportation (road, water, air, rail and pipeline) that help our existing distribution companies thrive. Before last year, utilities had to make sure their projects commenced commercial operation by Dec.

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MAY 14, 2014

The state has 18 Fortune 500 companies specializing in areas such as health care, financial services, retail and food production. Minnesotans, ingrained with a strong Midwestern work ethic, are frequently cited for their high productivity, motivation and low absenteeism. The list includes Target Corp.,

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AUGUST 5, 2013

The product is already there, on the shelf in the distribution center,” Sheffi notes. Since these clusters enjoy low transportation costs coupled with high level of service, manufacturing plants located in the area can enjoy efficient movement of inbound material and parts as well as distribution of the finished product.

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JULY 6, 2016

While costs increased, this is a slight drop in the percentage of gross domestic product (GDP), which was 8.4 The rich timber resources make it home to Virginia-Carolina Wood Products that supplies both domestic and international markets with Class A lumber. The overall cost of the logistics industry rose another 3.1 percent in 2014.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

The eighth largest industry in the U.S. continues to grow as demand for plastics in construction, automotive, and electrical/electronics markets expands.

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JANUARY 14, 2014

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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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. Its modern system utilizes air, ground, rail and waterways for direct routes to every U.S.

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MAY 12, 2014

Slow economic growth has kept the percentage low, but the supply chain sector has made great strides in productivity, asset utilization and inventory management in the past three years.” gross domestic product (GDP). In comparison, railroads are in a much better position regarding infrastructure, equipment and personnel.

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AUGUST 27, 2014

How critical is logistics infrastructure to maintaining the strong growth potential of Tennessee? . Our state is one of the foremost transportation hubs in the world with a network of eight interstate highways, railroads, international and regional airports, and navigable waterways. Related articles across the web. Far West U.S.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

We selected Louisiana as the site for the state-of-the-art, steam-cracking facility and adjacent ethylene glycol plant due to the advantages of existing infrastructure, including access to competitive feedstock resources, as well as the distribution infrastructure and a skilled and well-trained workforce,” Chung said.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2014

In addition to retaining its automotive crown, Tennessee notched top 10 finishes in Best Business Climate, Best Infrastructure, Renewable Energy Leaders (Power Generation) and Best Education Climate. WORLD-CLASS INFRASTRUCTURE. Memphis, TN was our top-ranked air-cargo hub and finished in the top 10 for Lowest Cost of Living.

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MARCH 19, 2014

Companies in the Joplin Metro area benefit from a productive, available labor pool of more than 93,000 people. Two Class 1 and one local railroad are important parts of the transportation system. Companies such as La-Z-Boy, General Mills and Owens-Corning transport their finished products from the area.

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AUGUST 5, 2013

Honeywell Performance Materials and Technologies recently announced a $208-million investment in new manufacturing at its four production sites in Louisiana. Honeywell is expanding product offerings into catalysts, refrigerants and adsorbents while improving the competitiveness of sites in Caddo, East Baton Rouge and Ascension parishes.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2013

1 rankings for Best Infrastructure, Natural Gas Production Leaders, Most FTZ Activity and Installed Wind Power Capacity Leaders. For the second year in a row, the Lone Star State imposed its dominance across the board. Texas repeated as our top-ranked state for Best Business Climate; it also snared no. 2 in Data Center Leaders, no.

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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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SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

The company has been a Chicago area staple since the 1970s, specializing in importing and distributing fine European food products such as meats, cheeses and sauces. Along with the increased transportation and infrastructure, the Western Access O’Hare project development will create a new corridor of economic growth for DuPage County.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Additional construction will continue into 2016 and the plant is anticipated to begin commercial production in 2018. Hubei Xingfa Chemicals Group, a leading phosphate and fine chemical products producer, recently announced it is opening its U.S. headquarters and manufacturing plant in Effingham County.

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AUGUST 1, 2014

The expansion includes retrofitting their main fab to logic chips to supply mobile and tablet production. Annual production at the facility has tripled since 2008. So the last remaining auto assembly plant within the city limits of Detroit is now perhaps the most modern and successful vehicle production facility in the world.

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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. Industries that qualify for the CAPCO program may include manufacturing, processing, or assembling products; conducting research and development; or providing services.

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JULY 11, 2014

Public Project Revolving Loan Fund (PPRF): The New Mexico Finance Authority¹s flagship program funds infrastructure and capital equipment projects with low-cost and low-interest rate loans. Company eligibility: Companies that manufacture or produce a product in New Mexico. The credit may be carried forward for up to 3 years.

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