Samsung And Tesla Projects Impact Austin; Port Of Brownsville Attracts $25M Food Investment
In Williamson County, TX, continued investment by Samsung and Tesla is fueling economic growth, while Westa Foods locates in the south Texas region.
Roofing Manufacturer Opens Green Facility In Utah
Elevate Commercial Roofing Systems & Lining’s new LEED-certified manufacturing and distribution center in Salt Lake City will expand service to customers in the West.
Ready For Business In Pasco County, FL
Bill Cronin, President/CEO, Pasco Economic Development Council, shares how this high-growth region on Florida’s west coast offers sites, facilities, and quality of life.
Firestone Airide Invests $26M At Existing Kentucky And Tennessee Sites
A supplier of air springs for the EV industry, the company has opened distribution centers at its manufacturing sites in Williamsburg, KY and Dyersburg, TN.
South Carolina Is ‘Firing On All Cylinders,’ Governor Says
Leaders in The Palmetto State aim to build a ‘high-tech, diverse’ economy and increase awareness of the state’s commitment to its businesses.
New York State Returns To ‘Cutting Edge’ Of Manufacturing, Innovation
Governor Kathy Hochul is committed to continuing to improve New York’s economy through revitalizing business districts and new workforce initiatives.
OTR, Birmingham Fastener Expand In Mexico
OTR Engineered Solutions will open its new facility in the Monterrey metropolitan area in August; Birmingham Fastener opened a new facility in Querétaro City last month.
Connecticut Sees Growth In Workforce, Emerging Industries
A growing population and a digital direction for the financial and insurance industries could set Connecticut up for success.
COVID-19 Pandemic Spurs Competitive Landscape In Food Processing
Consumers have an increased interest in meal kits and prepared meals, according to a 2023 Global Location Strategies report.
CSX Select Site Program Recognizes 14 Sites In Eight States
Through its Select Site program, Jacksonville, FL-based CSX identifies rail-served properties with desirable traits for expanding companies.
$600M Joint Venture Will Bring First xScale Data Center To U.S.
The first xScale data center in the U.S., known as SV12x, will be located in California's Silicon Valley. Plus, solar microgrid project breaks ground in Northern California tribal community.
Green Plains Opens Enhanced Biorefinery In York County, Nebraska
Through a partnership with Shell, the Omaha-based company utilizes a processing technology to convert every part of corn kernels into co-products, including ethanol.
Oklahoma Sees ‘Tremendous Growth’ In New, Existing Companies
Two economic development programs awarded a combined $13.5 million to more than 175 businesses in 2023 alone, according to the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Two Manufacturers Invest $29M To Expand In Tennessee
Protomet Corporation will create 250 new jobs in Roane County, Corky’s Food Manufacturing will create 28 new jobs in Memphis.
Mack Trucks To Be Made In Mexico
Expected to open in 2026, the plant will support the growth of Volvo Trucks and Mack Trucks in the U.S. and Canadian markets through existing operations there.
Business, Civic Leaders Build On Illinois’ Momentum
Incentives, ‘leading infrastructure,’ and a skilled workforce contribute to the influx of companies making moves in the Land of Lincoln.
Louisiana Announces Over $58M In Manufacturing Investment In One Day
The three manufacturing projects announced today will create or retain approximately 600 jobs at locations in Northwest and Southwest Louisiana.
In North Carolina, FUJIFILM Diosynth Investing $1.2B To Expand Biopharma Manufacturing
Building on the company's investment of $2 billion in 2021, the Wake County, NC plant is set to be the largest end-to-end biopharma manufacturing facility in North America.
Arizona Attracts ‘Record Investments,’ ‘Major’ Economic Wins
Arizona saw nearly 100 companies commit projects to the state in 2023, In addition to its interest in growing its semiconductor industry footprint.
Life Sciences Industry Continues To Thrive
Locations attract biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies by meeting their need for educated workers and access to resources.
Listen Now: Living And Learning In Lubbock, Texas, With John Osborne, CEO, Lubbock EDA
Lubbock EDA CEO John Osborne discusses business climate and downtown revitalization in the Business Facilities Podcast.
2023 Deals Of The Year
Entries for Deal of the Year awards spanned industries, investment types, and winning strategies. Here are the stories of this year’s picks.
2023 State Of The Year: Opportunity Awaits In Texas
A robust business climate and strategic growth during 2023 earns the Lone Star State this recognition.
[VIDEO] Get More for Your Business in Ardmore. Oklahoma
The ADA owns three industrial parks and several single sites and buildings, giving our organization both the power and incentive to negotiate favorable terms for expanding companies.
Location Spotlight: Ohio Electric Cooperatives
Ohio consistently ranks as one of the top U.S. destinations for new corporate facilities, meaning prime sites are quickly snapped up. Economic development officials and private developers are working cooperatively to ensure the pipeline of immediately-developable sites stays full with diverse location opportunities.