Volvo Trucks' Robert Whelen banks on Virginia for North American future

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Dublin, Virginia-based Volvo Trucks North America's $148 million, multi-phase expansion of its New River Valley assembly plant will enable the company to boost production of commercial trucks by 66% to 50,000 units per year. For North America, Sweden-based AB Volvo aims to grow organically, while it grows through startups, acquisitions and partnership in other parts of the world. By locating in Virginia, the company aims to take advantage of the complete package offered through the Virginia Investment Partnership. Robert Whelen, director of Industrial Development, Environmental Affairs and Real Estate for Volvo Trucks North America, was a key player in the division to expand.

Trucks, Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, New capacity, new plant construction, Sweden, Management, Truck industry, Whelen, Robert, Volvo Trucks North America Inc., AB Volvo

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Scientific games expanding again! Relocates lottery division to Cumming-Forsyth County, Georgia

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Scientific Games Corporation is the leading integrated supplier of instant tickets, systems and services to lotteries, and the leading supplier of wagering systems and services to pari-mutuel operators. Scientific Games Corporation announced in January would close its Clifton, New Jersey office and consolidate its online lottery business into its Forsyth County headquarters.

Facilities & equipment, Amusement and recreation, not elsewhere classified, Buildings and facilities, Gambling industry, Scientific Games Corp.

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Hefty Canadian subsidis fueling Ford's $818 - million expansion

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Ford Motor Company is planning an $818m expansion, which is supported by its subsidies in Canada. A report about the expansion is presented.

United Kingdom, Automobile industry, Ford Motor Company Ltd.

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