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Logistics: On the Road, Water or Rails…or in the Air — AGAIN

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This Intermodal Center is the 3rd largest maritime port in the country, only behind Los Angeles/Long Beach and New York/New Jersey. Without applying for, or accepting any tax incentives, Shorr Packaging chose a location on Ferry Road between Route 59 and Eola Road. 50 percent of all U.S. million tons).

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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – State Rankings

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We also split our biofuels production ranking into two categories, including a benchmark for cellulosic ethanol, which promises to become a major new alternative energy source as pilot plants ramp up into full-scale production. We expect our new Data Center Leaders rankings category to continue to grow in importance.

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SPECIAL REPORT: Steadfast And Strong In The Wake Of Superstorm Sandy

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Nearly 50 fatalities were reported in New York in the days after the storm; the death toll in New Jersey did not exceed 40 thanks to heroic efforts by NJ Gov. The $25-million campaign also would encourage New Jerseyans and tourists to shop local. The rest of Moody’s estimate comes from lost business activity.

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Cover Story: New Energy Powers Growth

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The wind power installed in Nebraska also will avoid over 950,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually, the equivalent of taking more than 165,000 cars off the road. Minnesota also is in the process of negotiating contracts with grantees for its NextGen Energy program. NEW JERSEY IS A SOLAR GIANT.

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Locations For The Food Processing Industry: The Food Puzzle

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Founded in 2012, Blue Apron, a meal kit delivery company, said in February that it plans to bring more than 2,000 jobs to New Jersey with the construction and opening of a 495,000-square-foot fulfillment center in Linden. The company will invest $76 million in the facility and create up to 55 new jobs.

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Industry Focus: Aerospace Sector Is Flying High Again

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New Hampshire just completed a $135 million expansion of the Turnpike, improving all six Rochester exits, making local travel a breeze. This road connects directly to I-95 and the Northeast transportation network. The state’s multimodal infrastructure has characterized Florida as a gateway to the world.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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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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