Plastics
IN: German-Owned Mfg Co., American RENOLIT, Expanding in La Porte, Adding 30 Jobs
June 20, 2017
Manufacturer of high-quality plastic films investing more than $25M to expand and equip its current 220,000-sq-ft facility. more >>
NC: Borealis Compounds to Invest $15M in Taylorsville Facility, Create 37 Jobs
June 5, 2017
Austrian automotive plastics manufacturer is building a new plant in Taylorsville, NC. more >>
IA: Development Board Approves Awards Initiating $57M Capital Investments
April 26, 2017
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) board awards to help create 204 jobs, result in $57+M in new capital investment for Iowa. more >>
TX: ExxonMobil & SABIC Select San Patricio County for $10B Plastics Mfg Facility
April 20, 2017
In joint venture project, ExxonMobil and SABIC will build a $10B, 600-job plastics mfg complex on 1,300 acres on the South TX Gulf Coast. more >>
Wilkes County, North Carolina, Airpark
December 18, 2015
22 acres, shovel ready for aviation related business, paved taxiway, all utilities, 6,200’ runway with full instrument landing 24/7. more >>
Reshoring Initiative 2016 Data Report
May 16, 2017
Reshoring exceeded offshoring in 2016: policy changes needed to maintain momentum says Reshoring Initiative’s 2016 Reshoring Report. more >>
PLASTICS Releases Plastic Bottles Report
April 5, 2017
Report, Plastic Bottles Today: Innovating to Reach Today’s Consumer, shows demand for plastic bottles continues to grow in U.S. more >>
Plastics Industry Association: Plastics Industry Adds Jobs, Outpaces Mfg as a Whole
February 16, 2017
U.S. plastics industry remains third-largest manufacturing sector overall, accounts for $418.4B in shipments & 954,000 workers in 2015. more >>
North American Plastics Alliance Celebrates 5 Years of Plastics Stewardship
October 28, 2016
Prior to 2011, the continent’s four leading plastics industry trade associations had no official forum where they could coordinate their efforts. more >>
Case Studies
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Mississippi Works — and Delivers |
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North Port, Florida: New Development and Rapid Growth Makes this Buzzing Community a Great Place to Achieve Anything |
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Joplin, Missouri: Big City Life in Small Town Joplin | |
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Louisiana: Forging the Next Link | |
White Papers
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12 Mistakes to Avoid in Site Selection | |
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Ernst & Young LLP's 2012 US Investment Monitor Shows Increased Investment in New Facilities and Jobs | |
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The Pew Center on States: Evidence Counts: Evaluating State Tax Incentives for Jobs and Growth | |
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When It Comes to Business Taxes, Location Matters | |
Articles
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February 27, 2017
Idaho is Moving at the Speed of Business Take a look at how Idaho’s economy is accelerating and attracting companies of all kinds that enjoy the ease of doing buiness in the state. More>> |
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December 6, 2016
Strategies for Today’s U.S. Plastics Industry Site Selection Location strategy is critical in the plastics industry as the industry experiences changing trends. Here's what you need to know to thrive. More>> |
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September 28, 2016
Kentucky - Momentum, Resources, Location Key to Vibrant Future for Kentucky Industry Seeking to select a site in a state with economic momentum, moving in a positive direction toward the future? Then you need to discover Kentucky. More>> |
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September 26, 2016
Designated Sites Streamline Site Selection and Development Site selectors, here's a great tip. Designated sites can be a tremendous to get you into your new business location faster, with fewer headaches. More>> |
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July 28, 2016
Pennsylvania: Energized for Business Did you know? Pennsylvania’s energy resources are creating new opportunities for companies seeking convenient, economical power sources. More>> |
