September/October 2009

Trade & Industry Development Magazine

While having a relaxed dinner the other night, my husband and I had another one of our little "dream sessions" - we chatted about some of the things we're looking forward to doing when we retire. One of the things at the top of my (long) list is travel...but with a twist! I would love to make a trip that centers around visiting different manufacturing facilities. To be honest, I really don't care what they're manufacturing; I just find it fascinating to watch all of those machines turning raw materials into finished products.

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In this issue

Wind Energy Finds Strong Tailwinds in Kansas

BY: David D. Kerr

Located in the heart of the nation's growing wind industry, Kansas offers an ideal location for wind turbine manufacturing. The state’s central location and well-developed transportation infrastructure provide convenient and economical access to the region with the greatest wind energy activity. Ranked third in the nation for wind energy potential, Kansas has more than 1,000 megawatts of wind generating capacity, with plenty of room to add more. more....

Departments

Insights - Strength in Partnerships

Features

Stimulating the Industrial Sector with Public Funding

A Long-Term Labor Strategy Approach

Casting a Wide "Regional Net"

Outlooks

Still Made in the USA

The Power of Manufacturing

Economic Downturn

FTZ Corporation Helps U.S.-based Businesses Compete in a Global Economy

Special Reports