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Aerospace Trends and Location Dynamics

Choosing a new aerospace facility location should follow a structured process to identify the most viable long-term solution. Of importance are proxim...

Led by Mercedes-Benz, motor vehicles are Alabama's top export, with over $11 billion in overseas shipments in 2023, earning the state the No. 1 ranking for auto exports. Photo provided by Mercedes

With Economy Humming, Alabama Seeks to Lay Foundations for Growth

Alabama has become the U.S.’s #1 auto-exporting state, with international vehicle shipments surging to $11 billion in 2023 to overtake South Carolina....

Since the late 1940s, Mississippi State University’s Raspet Flight Research Laboratory has been shaping the future of the aerospace industry with its cutting-edge R&D initiatives.

Mississippi: A Thriving Hub of Innovation and Growth for Automotive and Aerospace Industries

By capitalizing upon the State of Mississippi’s many competitive advantages, such as its business-friendly environment, strategic location, skilled wo...

Should Move Your Manufacturing Operations?

Should Move Your Manufacturing Operations?

Findings from a recent survey conducted by Sikich, a global company specializing in technology-enabled professional services, revealed that more than ...

Columbus, Georgia

#1 PLACE for Business

Columbus, Georgia offers a unique blend of advantages that make it an ideal location for companies across various industries. This is especially true ...

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Emerging Factors That Are Changing the Business of Food Production

Companies have prioritized their ethical practices and set goals to reduce their environmental impact. Issues like carbon footprints, climate change, ...

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Colorado Announces a Host of Advanced Tech Developments in 2024

The Global Business Development division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, together with the Governor’s office, ...

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Montana: The Last Best Place for Your Business to Grow

The outdoor industry faces workforce challenges, which creates growth barriers. Montana has answers to these challenges. With the highest high school ...

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Technology and Market Access Are a Winning Combination for U.S. Agribusiness

Food production requires a perfect storm of factors. The land must be suitable for farming. The location must be proximal to state-of-the-art food pro...

Southern Illinois

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS’ R4 ADVANTAGE

Southern Illinois offers an inventory of industrial sites. With large acreage, greenfields, existing buildings and transportation infrastructure to ma...