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US ports dig deep to capitalise on Panama Canal reopening

East and south coast US states are improving their ports and intermodal infrastructure, as the widening of the Panama Canal nears completion.

Clearing the tracks TEASER

Rail projects open eastern US states to Asian opportunities

Two recent public-private partnerships have significantly improved railway infrastructure in the US, opening up routes between east coast ports and major cities in the east and mid-west. 

California leading US destination for software and IT services

Latest figures highlight California's reputation as an IT destination.

New York top for office space

New York is the perennial favourite for businesses looking for office space

Atlanta favoured US destination for HQs

Figures from fDiMarkets show that Atlanta, Georgia is the top US location for companies looking to set up a headquarters in the country

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Striking a chord

As spending cuts are made by local governments throughout the Western world, art funding is often one of the first casualties. However, some areas are looking to the arts as a way of attracting investment and regenerating inner cities, such as Carmel in Indiana, which has recently opened a controversial $126m palladium at its Center for the Performing Arts

US is top destination for aerospace projects in 2010

Country accounts for 15% of global aerospace projects

New York is top FDI city in Americas

New York received the most investment projects in 2010, with investments up more than 30%

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People power: Kalamazoo pushes community capitalism

The US city of Kalamazoo's concept of community capitalism focuses on nurturing human talent and opportunities while growing the local economy. The policy seems to have produced mixed results so far, but it is attracting interest from other locations

China wind firms target Americas

Chinese wind turbine companies are exploring areas in North and South America for international expansion opportunities.

Global greenfield investment trends

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Corporate location benchmarking tool

fDi Benchmark is the only online tool to benchmark the competitiveness of countries and cities in over 50 sectors. Its comprehensive location data series covers the main cost and quality competitiveness indicators for over 300 locations around the world.

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Research report

fDi Intelligence provides customised reports and data research which deliver vital business intelligence to corporations, investment promotion agencies, economic development organisations, consulting firms and research institutions.

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