Alabama Resources
Recent Project Announcements
Southern Classic Food Group Expands Brundidge, Alabama, Production Operations
Japan-Based JST Plans Guntersville, Alabama, Manufacturing Operations
GMB USA Plans Opelika, Alabama, Production Operations
Mercedes-Benz Expands Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, Production Operations
Associated MetalCast Expands Oxford, Alabama, Operations
M&H Valve Expands Anniston, Alabama, Production Operations
Indra Group Plans Olathe, Kansas, Operations
Phos Window Expands Fort Payne, Alabama, Production Operations
Construction Partners Plans Dothan, Alabama, Headquarters Operations
Minth Group Limited Plans Gadsden, Alabama, Manufacturing Operations
DAS North America Expands Montgomery, Alabama, Operations
Shinhwa Auto USA Expands Auburn, Alabama, Operations
Faith Technologies Plans Opelika, Alabama, Manufacturing Operations
Siemens Energy Plans Fort Payne, Alabama, Manufacturing Operations
Recent Features
2025’s Top States for Business: How the Winners Are Outpacing the Rest
Speed, workforce alignment, and energy infrastructure now define the best states for doing business — not just incentives or tax breaks. Our exclusive rankings break down how the top performers are staying ahead in a tightening market.
The Quest for Logistics Supremacy
With supply chain pressures mounting, America’s logistics network is being rebuilt from the ground up and states are competing for the infrastructure edge by investing in ports, air cargo, and cold storage.
2024's Leading Metro Locations Commentary: Chris Chmura
Nearly four years after COVID locked down the U.S. economy, the top 50 Leading Metro Locations in 2024 still depict the ripple effect of the shift to remote work.
Top States for Doing Business in 2024: A Continued Legacy of Excellence
Certain states just have the right ingredients for attracting and nurturing business growth. The 2024 Top States for Doing Business rankings are in, and guess what? The Southern states are shining bright once again.
The Newest Shovel Award—It's Green!
Louisiana leads with green, earning the first-ever Green Shovel for its commitment to renewable energy. The state's significant cleantech investments highlight a national shift toward sustainable development.
19th Annual Area Development Gold and Silver Shovel Awards
Economic growth shines at the Area Development Shovel Awards, with states like South Carolina and Louisiana leading the charge. Discover which regions are driving innovation and sustainability in industries from automotive to green technology.
2023's Leading Metro Locations: Hotspots of Economic Growth
The leading metro areas are those poised for long-term growth and are often hubs of high-tech industry, where workers may benefit from an affordable cost of living.
2023 Top States for Doing Business Meet the Needs of Site Selectors
The states considered the best locations for doing business according to an expert panel of location consultants are the highest performers in more than a dozen categories upon which companies make their site selection decisions.
2023 Top States Workforce Development Programs
Having a workforce with the right skills is an integral part of being a Top State for Doing Business — that’s why training programs are so important.
Why the Southeast Is Winning EV Projects, With More on the Way
Proximity to existing automotive OEMs and suppliers already located in the southeastern U.S. is just one of the factors drawing new EV projects to the region.
