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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A Superior Location and Can-do Attitude are Driving Manufacturing to Cecil County, Maryland

BY: Jennifer Alten

Nestled a short distance between two populous metropolitan areas and bisected by transportation behemoth Interstate 95 is Cecil County, Maryland, an area known for its “can-do” attitude and business-friendly culture. With approximately 4,500 people (nearly 15 percent) of its population working in manufacturing, this number will continue to grow. 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