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WA: Port of Vancouver USA Reports 5th Straight Year of Record Tonnage

WA: Port of Vancouver USA Reports 5th Straight Year of Record Tonnage

The Port of Vancouver USA has logged record-breaking cargo tonnage for the fifth year in a row, with 2018 coming in at 8.1 million metric tons, an 8.3...

Six Companies Recognized with Export Awards

Six Companies Recognized with Export Awards

Six North Carolina companies received 2018 Governor’s Export Awards in a ceremony highlighting successful overseas sales.

New Jersey Schedules Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development

New Jersey Schedules Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development

Now in its 23rd year, the conference takes place September 16-17 at Harrah's.

Maryland Commerce Receives Federal Grant to Expand Defense Technology Commercialization...

Maryland Commerce Receives Federal Grant to Expand Defense Technology Commercialization Center

The Maryland Department of Commerce has received a $750,000 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce.

City of Blair Honored as Nebraska’s 40th Economic Development Certified Community

City of Blair Honored as Nebraska’s 40th Economic Development Certified Community

The City of Blair has earned recognition from the State of Nebraska for successful efforts in business recruitment and workforce development.

New U.S. Port Economic Impacts Report Released

New U.S. Port Economic Impacts Report Released

Lancaster, Pa.-based Martin Associates released the results of its latest economic impact study of United States seaports.

IN: First Ever Made in U.S.A. Trade Show to Be Oct. 3-6 in Indianapolis

IN: First Ever Made in U.S.A. Trade Show to Be Oct. 3-6 in Indianapolis

The largest collection of American-made machines and products will be on display at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Oct. 3-6.

AZ: Arizona At Forefront With Job Licensing Change

AZ: Arizona At Forefront With Job Licensing Change

Arizona is on the verge of becoming the easiest state in the nation for out-of-state residents to relocate and get to work.

February Construction Starts Decline 3 Percent

February Construction Starts Decline 3 Percent

At a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $697.4 billion, new construction starts in February dropped 3% from the previous month, according to Dodge Dat...

Arizona Trade With Mexico, Canada On The Rise, Says New Report

Arizona Trade With Mexico, Canada On The Rise, Says New Report

According to new data, Arizona’s bilateral trade with its North American trading partners jumped in 2018 — reversing a downward trend of recent years.