Louisiana Resources Page
Project Announcements
Amazon Plans Louisiana, Data Center Operations
02/27/2026
The Shaw Group Expands Walker, Louisiana, Operations
02/04/2026
Ampirical Expands Covington, Louisiana, Operations
01/23/2026
Walmart Upgrades Opelousas, Louisiana, Distribution Operations
01/20/2026
Hut 8 Plans West Feliciana, Louisiana, Data Center Operations
12/24/2025
Epic Piping Upgrades Livingston, Louisiana, Operations
12/19/2025
SLB Expands Shreveport, Louisiana, Operations
12/18/2025
Saronic Technologies Expands St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, Operations
12/05/2025
Global Vessel & Tank Expands Iberia Parish, Louisiana, Production Operations
11/27/2025
Plastipak Packaging Expands Rapides Parish, Louisiana, Warehousing Operations
11/23/2025
Pipe and Steel Industrial Fabricators Expands Livingston Parish, Louisiana, Production Operations
11/12/2025
ChillCo Expands St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, Operations
11/11/2025
Aclara Resources Plans Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, Heavy Rare Earth Separation Operations
11/04/2025
MMR Group Plans Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, Assembly Operations
10/14/2025
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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.
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2024's Leading Metro Locations: U.S. Cities on the Rise Amid an Economic Reshuffling
Area Development’s 2024 Leading Metro Locations report reveals shifting dynamics in America’s cities.
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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.
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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.
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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.