Industry News

750 U.S. aerospace jobs directly supported by exports in WA State, CA, PA, VA, plus 1,000+ indirect jobs at suppliers throughout U.S.

Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO): Fostering Innovation Act will help ease regulatory burdens on emerging biotechnology companies.

National Retail Federation: loophole allows most online sellers to avoid sales tax collection to the detriment of local retailers and communities.

SUSTA's funds available to help co.s in 16 states promote food, agri. exports: Taking applications for upcoming year starting Aug. 1, 2012.

Landmark deal signed by CPS Energy & OCI Solar Power= construction of 400 MW solar energy, several manufacturing plants, 805 jobs in San Antonio.

CA adds most construction jobs, D.C. adds highest % year-over-year; FL largest annual decline, AK largest % drop in construction jobs.

A new report by The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM): in 2012, 50 metros will achieve real GMP growth rates of 3% or more, led by Austin, Houston.

AAPA: Projects pay long-term dividends by supporting job creation, economic growth, help to ensure America’s international competitiveness overseas.

North Carolina Biotechnology Center launches an initiative to help grow state’s agricultural economy by creating more crop choices for NC farmers.

Second-quarter report reveals overall uptick in absorption, but still behind 2011 levels with more challenges ahead