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Michigan Paves the Way for the Future of EV

Michigan consistently ranks as the number-one site for automotive and mobility R&D, and Michigan’s automakers continue to help build an economy that i...

America’s Top Sites for Business Prosperity

America’s Top Sites for Business Prosperity in 2022

Companies today have a list of features that are important to them when choosing a location to build or expand. Trade & Industry Development has put t...

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Aluminum Gets Stronger Under Global Pressure

Volatility in aluminum prices over the past decade resulted in many starts and stops in investment, with aluminum site selection activity trailing the...

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2022 Brings Unique Challenges to the Global Supply Chain

As we approach a third year of COVID-19, businesses are still facing supply chain disruptions. There is no single root cause for the problem. We began...

Between 2015 and 2025, The Port of Virginia will have invested $1.5 billion in its infrastructure – creating a network of six terminals that can handle any type of cargo. Photo Courtesy of Virginia International Gateway

Strengthening the Spirit of Virginia

Virginia’s historic leadership position can be attributed to a number of assets, including a pro-business environment, top-tier education system, and ...

Logistics

The Dizzying, Inevitable Evolution of a Post-Pandemic Supply Chain

Businesses navigating logistics disruptions seek a lifeline in the form of supply chain assessments, optimization and logistics. There is a high level...

Business News

CiCi Awards 2022 Community Impact Awards

The location of a new facility or the expansion of an existing one can have a profound effect on a community. For the 16th annual CiCi Awards for Comm...

Georgia: Where World-Renowned Brands Come Home

Georgia: Where World-Renowned Brands Come Home

During the most recent fiscal year, Georgia expansions resulted in a five percent increase in job creation above previous state economic development r...

Corporate Headquarters and Relocations: Is Talent Tipping the Scales?

Corporate Headquarters and Relocations: Is Talent Tipping the Scales?

With talent leading the way, the decision about where to locate is becoming more important than ever before. A multitude of perspectives needs conside...

Missouri: More Innovation; More Growth; More Success

Missouri: More Innovation; More Growth; More Success

Companies from across the world are becoming more aware of Missouri’s commitment to supporting businesses, and they are investing millions of dollars ...