Q2 2020

Trade & Industry Development Magazine

This issue features a number of important topics, including supply chain management & logistics, plastics and metalworking & fabricating. But there seems to be one theme that continues to find its way into virtually every area, and that has to do with workforce—development, training and availability. One of the biggest concerns and considerations that companies, executives and site selectors need to factor into any decision is how they can conduct their business with their current workforce, how to improve their talent and how to ensure they’ll have the qualified labor needed for the future.

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In this issue

Polymer Companies Appear to be Taking The Plastic Rubbish Problem Seriously

BY: John Richardson

For many years, nobody knew much about the plastics business because it was sandwiched between oil and gas and a huge variety of finished goods. But now, companies that produce the polymers that go into all types of products are being recognized by legislators and the public—the result of the huge pushback against the scourge of plastic rubbish. more....

Features

Labor Relations

Preparing for a Dynamic Future: Location Strategies for the Plastics Industry

Pedal to the Metal

Insights

Polymer Companies Appear to be Taking The Plastic Rubbish Problem Seriously

Outlooks

Shifting Trade Routes Shape Seaports

Logistics Developments Coming Your Way

Short List

Paths to Success

Sites & Programs