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