Florida Seaports Report Continued Growth in Cargo and Cruise

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.

The Florida Ports Council released today “Connecting Commerce: The 2018-2022 Five-Year Florida Seaport Mission Plan” providing updated figures on international trade, cargo data and cruise activity at Florida’s seaports, showing increases in both cargo and cruise.

Governor Rick Scott said, “Our state has had an…

MODULAR UNIT CRANE SETTING EVENT HELD IN OAKLAND IN JUNE

Coliseum Transit Village, now called “Coliseum Connections” is a $56 million, 110-unit multifamily residential project located on an existing 1.3 acre BART owned parking lot adjacent to the Coliseum BART station IN Oakland CA. The project is a joint venture of UrbanCore Development, LLC and the Oakland Economic…

AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIER EXPANDS, CREATES JOBS IN IUKA MISSISSIPPI

Germany-based automotive supplier hago Automotive is doubling its footprint in Iuka, Mississippi, to accommodate a new contract with BMW. The project represents a $4 million corporate investment in new equipment and will create 60 jobs over the next four years. “This expansion illustrates to industry leaders around the world…

KANSAS: Innovation is the Norm, Not the Exception

Kansas has long been known as a progressive state whether it’s in farming and food technology or aerospace advancement. With a population of 2.9 million, the Sunflower State has created a diverse industry base which includes bioscience, animal health, energy technology, aviation, advanced manufacturing and agriculture.

The Kansas…

Wisconsin: Fiscal Responsibility, Can do Spirit

From a business-friendly tax approach and minority business funding to training grants and tort reform, Wisconsin is creating an environment that spurs investment and instills confidence in the future. With a balanced budget and a fully funded pension system, state leaders understand the importance of fiscal responsibility in helping…