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The reasons why
investors choose Alabama
For years, Alabama has been known worldwide as an avant-garde
center for U.S. space and defense research, and
biotechnological andmedical research. Most recently, Alabama
has become the number one choice for companies around the world
to relocate and expand.
Alabama’s highlights include:
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Economic potential
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Business environment
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Strategic geographic location
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Global connectivity-accessibility
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Tax incentives-affordability
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Strong work force
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Excellent livability
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Welcoming Society
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Good climate
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Historic-cultural sites
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Recreational activities
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Educational opportunities
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Health care facilities
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*Image courtesy of
EDPA.org
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A
recent study showed that Alabama received high marks for
manufacturing and logistics. According to the 2009
Manufacturing and Logistics Report Card, published by Ball
State University, Alabama – along with Utah, Indiana,
Missouri and Kansas – is considered one of the best states
for those industries. (April 2009)
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For the fifth time in the last six years, Alabama has been
ranked the South's top economic development state by
Southern Business and Development magazine. For more
information,
clik here. (August 2008)
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Alabama ranks as a top 10 Pro-business state. For more
information,
click
here (July 2008)
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Mobile, Alabama topped the
Forbes Fastest Growing Metro list
for 2008. Huntsville ranked 4th and Auburn-Opelika ranked
6th. (January 2008)
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According to a research forecasts done for Forbes by Moody's
Economy.com, Alabama has some of the fastest growing metro
areas in the country, including Mobile, which is projected to
have the greatest change in "gross metropolitan product
(GMP), 34% between 2007-2012. To read the article published by
Forbes,
click
here.
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Northrup Grumman and EADS North America wins the USAF contract
to supply 179 KC-45 aerial refueling tankers to be assembled
in Mobile, Alabama. (2008)
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