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06/30/2010
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Dublin, Georgia, the new location for a German solar company [more]
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06/30/2010
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A large number of leading national and international suppliers meet at the IZB 2010, taking advantage of the unique communication and business platform in order to establish important business links with high level... [more]
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06/30/2010
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Christian Wulff, the Minister President of Lower Saxony, was elected Federal President of Germany on June 30 by the Federal Convention. His swearing-in is scheduled for Friday, July 2. Wulff said he is looking forward to the... [more]
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06/30/2010
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Peachtree City, Georgia - The high-tech components that allow satellites to circle the Earth several hundred miles above us undoubtedly contain some of today’s most current technologies. For decades, many prestigious innovations... [more]
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06/29/2010
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The GACC South provides assistance in linking contacts [more]
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06/25/2010
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A Germany-to-Georgia economic pipeline continues pumping new jobs into the Peach State.The latest example is Möller Group GmbH & Co. KG, a 275-year-old German company.After considering a site in Conyers, MöllerTech GmbH, a unit... [more]
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06/23/2010
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The Chargé d'Affaires of the German Embassy in Washington, DC, Jens Hanefeld, was in attendance at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Max Planck Florida Institute in Jupiter, Florida, on Tuesday, hosted by Professor... [more]
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06/23/2010
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BERLIN—Chancellor Angela Merkel roundly rebuffed U.S. President Barack Obama's call for Germans to aid the global recovery by spending more and relying less on exports, even as she warned that Europe's own financial crisis is far... [more]
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06/22/2010
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Atlanta, Georgia, June 22, 2010 – Returning from the Intersolar trade show in Munich, Tula International Managing Partner Bernard Vanderlande has announced the opening of a German liaison office in Baden-Württemberg.“As our... [more]
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06/18/2010
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The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) and AG CONNECT Expo 2011 announced today (6/9/2010 they are teaming up in 2011 with the co-location of the 2011 AFBF Annual Meeting and AG CONNECT Expo 2011, both to be held in early... [more]
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06/17/2010
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Nuremberg, Germany - When Atlanta organizations hosted a "Europe Day" dinner and reception last month, it seemed that the city knew how to value its overseas partners.But the same time in Nuremberg, one of Atlanta's 18 sister... [more]
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06/17/2010
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Georgia Gov. Sonny Perdue has tapped Heidi Green to replace Ken Stewart as commissioner of the state's economic development department.Ms. Green, who currently serves as deputy commissioner for global commerce, will assume the... [more]
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06/16/2010
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A German delegation left Washington D.C. Monday, for a series of meetings in Florida the next day regarding a High Speed Railway project already underway in the state. Among the delegation’s priorities was introducing state... [more]
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06/15/2010
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On July 13, the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern U.S., Inc. will come together to celebrate and meet new members of the ever-growing chamber as German companies continue to expand in Georgia. [more]
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06/11/2010
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In an Oscar’s ceremony of sorts, Volkswagen invited the group’s top 100 suppliers to the VW trade fair centre in Isenbüttel near Wolfsburg on 10 June. The motto was “The night of the best”. BLG CEO Detthold Aden was visibly proud... [more]
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07/06/2010
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Schutz Container Systems Inc. plans to build a nearly 600,000-square-foot plastic molding plant that could bring several hundred jobs to Barrow County.
The plant would be built in two phases, the first a 300,000-square-foot... [more]
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06/04/2010
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Center to prepare employees for production work, host advanced vocational program [more]
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06/04/2010
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ATLANTA - Funding for the deepening of the Savannah harbor shouldn't hit any major snags, U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Georgia, said in an interview with Morris News Service.It will take years to get all $630 million, as it did to... [more]
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06/04/2010
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ATLANTA — Volkswagen and other German car makers are investing heavily in electric vehicles and bringing more green autos to dealerships near you soon, industry experts said Thursday.“It’s one of the mega trends,” said Karsten... [more]
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06/04/2010
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Charleston, SC - Grand opening ceremonies for the new U.S. headquarters and distribution center of Gedore Tools, Inc. will be held July 1st at its facility in North Charleston, SC. Company president Timo Winter and his staff will... [more]
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06/01/2010
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ATLANTA— A German engineering and consulting company has opened an Atlanta operation to support its work at the Volkswagen plant just across the state line in Chattanooga, Tenn.Proplant Wolfsburg Gmbh has five engineers helping... [more]
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05/28/2010
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At an annual event celebrating Europe Week, Atlanta's seven sister cities from the European Union were honored as proof of the solid economic and political relationships the U.S. enjoys across the Atlantic Ocean.Hosted by the... [more]
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05/28/2010
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Five Georgia state technical colleges have come together to start the Georgia Bioscience Technology Institute (GBTI), a partnership that will recruit and train workers for the state’s bioscience industry.The colleges are in... [more]
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05/27/2010
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German carmaker Audi has launched an offensive to become the world's leading supplier of premium automobiles. By 2012, the company plans to invest EUR 7.3 billion in its global operations for new products and future-looking... [more]
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05/25/2010
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WASHINGTON, May 25 (Reuters) - Seventy percent of firms with revenue of $1 billion or more say they plan to increase spending on climate change initiatives in the next two years, a global survey reported on Tuesday.Nearly half of... [more]
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05/25/2010
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Bi-national Chambers of Commerce organizing Atlanta International Soccer Fest to Benefit SOS Children’s Villages [more]
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05/25/2010
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Electric cars, a green and high-tech response for an increasingly mobile world, will be discussed at the Transatlantic Mobility and Energy Conference on June 3 in Atlanta. [more]
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05/21/2010
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Atlanta, GA – May 2010 – PROPLANT GmbH, Germany’s leading engineering and consulting firm in the field of production and logistics, has come to America. The choice of where to locate their main U.S. headquarters was... [more]
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05/21/2010
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — German manufacturer Beckmann Volmer said Thursday it plans to build a $10 million plant in Osceola to produce steel components for wind turbines that will employ up to 500 people.The company said it will... [more]
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05/20/2010
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The latest figures from the German American Chambers of Commerce show that, despite the recession, U.S.-based German firms are making a strong showing.The GACC recently released its Top 50 German Firms in the US list with an... [more]
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05/20/2010
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A high-speed rail loop connecting Atlanta with four other Georgia cities would be part of the state’s application for federal planning money under a resolution going before the State Transportation Board Thursday.The resolution,... [more]
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05/18/2010
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Dublin, Georgia, to be New Home to German-Rooted Solar Company
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05/14/2010
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Metro Atlanta could gets its first assembly plant for electric cars.CT&T Korea Ltd., a Seoul-based electric vehicle and battery maker, is eyeing Georgia and South Carolina to assemble street-legal, low-speed vehicles.Georgia has... [more]
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05/06/2010
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Leading automotive supplier to invest $90 million and create 215 jobs [more]
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05/06/2010
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New additions to the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern U.S. Inc.’s board demonstrate diversity and growth in the German-American business community in the Southern United States. [more]
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05/06/2010
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New York, April 28, 2010 - The latest Top 50 Ranking of German Firms in the US conducted by the German American Chambers of Commerce based on the 2009 annual sales figures, demonstrates the robust condition of German firms... [more]
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05/06/2010
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State-of-the-art port facility will serve vehicles destined for dealerships across the South [more]
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05/06/2010
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The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern U.S. heads to Savannah April 30 for its annual meeting.The Chamber’s Annual General is being held, in part, to discuss the importance of German investment in the Southern... [more]
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05/04/2010
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Firms to Locate in On-Site Facility, 500 jobs to result [more]
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05/04/2010
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The future of German-American trade is rosy. And nowhere is it rosier than here in the Southeast.That's the message a sold-out group heard Friday at the annual meeting of the German-American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern... [more]
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05/04/2010
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Along with the United States of America, Canada is a partner country of the IZB 2010 and will play a key role in our extensive programme of events.Canada, the world’s second largest country by total area, is the third most... [more]
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05/04/2010
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DEKRA America, a subsidiary of DEKRA AG, the world’s largest automotive inspection company, and Truck Remarketing Services (TRS), a Connecticut-based third-party commercial vehicle inspection company, have entered into a... [more]
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04/29/2010
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With a higher number of registrations than the IZB 2008 – Europe's leading trade fair for the automotive industry from 6th to 8th October 2010 in Wolfsburg, Germany. [more]
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04/23/2010
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Hannover, Germany. HANNOVER MESSE 2010 has given a further boost to economic recovery, with benefits set to flow through to the industrial sector over the next few months. Exhibitors are feeling upbeat about their future... [more]
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04/23/2010
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“US-Canadian Automotive Congress” in Wolfsburg on 5th October 2010
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04/22/2010
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Germany takes renewable energy very seriously.Wind, solar, hydropower and biofuels provide 10 percent of Germany's energy needs, Jörg Mayer, managing director of the country's Renewable Energies Agency, told GlobalAtlanta on a... [more]
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04/20/2010
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The Peach State just got closer to landing a solar company’s U.S. headquarters and more than 600 jobs.Germany based Mage Solar, which had also been considering Mississippi and Arkansas for a headquarters and a solar module... [more]
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04/20/2010
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The volcano ash that wafted across Europe has cast a cloud over some businesses with Atlanta ties.Chief among them is Delta Air Lines, which could be losing more revenue than any other U.S. carrier, by some estimates. And... [more]
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04/20/2010
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Embraced by the Savannah community, the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US, Inc. to hold Annual General Meeting to discuss the future of trans-Atlantic trade and the business promise of the Southern region. [more]
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04/15/2010
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GACCS members can now benefit from hosting a German au pair [more]
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04/15/2010
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The Consulting Services department of the GACC South has been helping small to mid-sized companies maximize their potential for over thirty years. For an inside look into how you can benefit from our experience and... [more]
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04/13/2010
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The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US, Inc. is arranging networking opportunities for US-based energy and environmental companies who will be attending major energy conferences in Germany this summer. [more]
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04/13/2010
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The Savannah Airport Commission on Wednesday tacked $51,000 onto $1.9 million already approved for initial work on a $26 million improvement plan designed to entice a major economic development project.The funds will pay for... [more]
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04/01/2010
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Atlanta is among the least expensive major cities for business, KPMG LLP said Tuesday in a study.The Big Peach was ranked second on the list of most cost-competitive cities with a cost index of 96.3, meaning Atlanta had business... [more]
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04/01/2010
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UL, the independent product safety certification organization will open the largest photovoltaic technology center of excellence within Europe in Neu-Isenburg (Zeppelinheim) near Frankfurt, Germany. UL’s initial investment took... [more]
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04/01/2010
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HART COUNTY — Ritz Instrument Transformers is now open in Hart County, Ga.The German-based manufacturer celebrated the opening of its new manufacturing plant with a ribbon cutting and open house Wednesday in Gateway Industrial... [more]
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04/01/2010
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The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern U.S., Inc.’s Annual General Meeting will be held in Savannah, GA at the end of April to discuss the importance of German investment in the Southern U.S. and what can be... [more]
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03/30/2010
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Michigan manufacturer ZF Industries will build a roughly 250,000-square-foot plant in Gainesville to make transmissions for wind turbines.The plant is the latest in a string of economic development projects in Georgia linked to... [more]
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03/30/2010
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One of Europe’s largest energy firms to create 75 jobs, invest $150 million [more]
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03/30/2010
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RWE Innogy has marked the start of the construction phase of a 750,000 tonne per annum wood pellet plant, in Waycross in the southern region of the US state of Georgia.Once complete, the output from the plant is due to supply RWE... [more]
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03/30/2010
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The "American-Canadian Automotive Congress" on the 5th October 2010 is the opening event of the 6th International Suppliers Fair (IZB), which takes place between the 6th and 8th October in the Allerpark in Woltsburg, Germany. The... [more]
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03/23/2010
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Employment Opportunities and Ideal Platform for German-American Partnership [more]
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03/23/2010
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The German American Energy Conference presents the U.S. Market [more]
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03/23/2010
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As of March 25, 2010, Mr. J. Brock McClane, with residence in Orlando is appointed by the President of the Federal Republic of Germany as its new Honorary Consul for Central Florida. [more]
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03/19/2010
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A German solar energy company is considering planting its U.S. headquarters in the Peach State.Mage Solar GmbH confirmed it is eyeing Georgia — along with Mississippi and Arkansas — for a U.S. headquarters location and the site... [more]
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03/18/2010
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Gearing up for business at the Volkswagen assembly plant, Hamilton County commissioners accepted three contract bids for rail work to benefit the factory.County engineers said the railroad upgrade was part of the agreement to... [more]
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03/16/2010
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InWorks, a leader in survey management in Germany, takes on a project in the US market that is close to home, with a membership survey for the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US, Inc. [more]
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03/16/2010
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At the recent Geneva Auto Show, Porsche unveiled the 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid prototype concept, a super sports car with performance rivaling the Porsche Carrera GT, but also able to achieve 78 miles per gallon (mpg) of gasoline... [more]
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03/16/2010
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Vossloh Kiepe Inc. is making a high-speed entrance into Forsyth County.The advanced transportation manufacturer plans to move into a 15,000-square-foot facility in south Forsyth on April 1.“By the end of the year, we’re probably... [more]
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03/16/2010
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Atlanta, Friday, 5 March 2010 - Georgia Tech is making a major new push into renewable energy research, working to find better ways to use Georgia’s abundant forests to make biofuels.The work will take place in a new $23.3... [more]
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03/16/2010
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The U.S. affiliate of a German company that makes components used in steel manufacturing is accepting applications for 20 jobs at its new factory in Meriwether County, Ga., about 50 miles southwest of Atlanta.Gustav Wiegard North... [more]
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03/16/2010
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Atlanta-based Novelis Inc. has been chosen as a supplier of light-weight aluminum sheets for the new Audi A8 luxury sedan.The aluminum, manufactured with the company's patented technology called Fusion, will allow the German... [more]
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03/09/2010
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For start-ups that harness the energy of the sun, 2010 looks to be a promising year.In The Wall Street Journal's first survey of venture-backed clean-technology companies, three solar-power firms came out on top: Solyndra Inc. of... [more]
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03/05/2010
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JUPITER, Fla. (February 16, 2010) – The Max Planck Florida Institute has announced appointments to three scientific positions at the research facility. Dr. Michael D. Ehlers of Duke University Medical Center will be named... [more]
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03/05/2010
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Tycho Stahl is an Atlanta attorney who works with companies in Europe doing business in the U.S. or just establishing themselves here. [more]
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03/05/2010
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BERLIN (AFP) – The German government wants to slash its support to the solar energy industry to prevent the market from overheating, a member of Chancellor Angela Merkel's CDU party said Tuesday.Germany guarantees good prices for... [more]
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03/04/2010
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A day after President Barack Obama talked about energy in Savannah, the government said it will guarantee an $80 million loan for a biofuel plant near Soperton.The U.S. Department of Agriculture said Wednesday the loan will help... [more]
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03/04/2010
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Last May, the state spent nearly $2 million hosting the biotech industry’s biggest annual convention at the Georgia World Congress Center. Billed as the debutante ball for the state’s life science industry, Georgia leaders vowed... [more]
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03/04/2010
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The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US, Inc. and the Technology Association of Georgia have aligned themselves in a partnership to promote the economic strength of combining technology and commerce. [more]
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03/02/2010
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The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US, Inc. hosted a summit of metro-Atlanta’s bi-lateral chambers of commerce and international consulates, to discuss steps forward and ways to collaborate in today’s... [more]
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03/02/2010
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Local bi-national chamber leaders and consulates gathered Feb. 25 for a mini summit at the German American Chamber of Commerce South headquarters to discuss goals and plans for 2010.Chief among the discussion topics was the... [more]
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03/02/2010
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(Duluth, GA) February 24, 2010 – The McCart Group’s Executive Director of Strategic Risk Management and Learning, Daniel (Dan) W. Houston, was honored as Risk Management Professional of the Year receiving the “Walter H.... [more]
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02/25/2010
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The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US, Inc. is set to host a summit of all metro-Atlanta’s bi-lateral chambers of commerce and international consulates, to discuss steps forward and ways to collaborate in... [more]
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02/24/2010
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Interesting interview with Martin Hausner, President/CEO with Schletter Inc. in Tucson, Arizona. Schletter is an internationally recognized manufacturer of solar mounting systems. [more]
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02/19/2010
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Solar energy is about to play a much bigger role in Georgia Power Co.’s Green Energy Program. [more]
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02/19/2010
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On 14th December 2009, Philip D. Murphy, the United States Ambassador to Germany, was the guest of honour at the Volkswagen "Advent Talk" in Woltsburg Castle. [more]
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02/19/2010
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The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US, Inc. applauds Gabor Steingart on his accomplishments and his selection to be the new editor-in-chief for the “Handelsblatt” newspaper in Hamburg. [more]
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02/19/2010
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Obama meets state governors to discuss energy policy; Administration publishes report on advancing biofuels; Obama seeks clean coal demonstration projects by 2016 [more]
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02/16/2010
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Reza Asghari implements new ideas for entrepreneurs at his institute [more]
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02/16/2010
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MAGE SOLAR, a German-based solar technology company, launched in the United States in January 2010, as a result of working with the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US, Inc. [more]
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02/11/2010
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The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US, Inc. is arranging networking opportunities for US-based energy and environmental companies who will be attending major energy conferences in Germany this summer. [more]
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02/09/2010
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The Atlanta-based German chamber celebrated the opening of its new offices at 1170 Howell Mill Rd. on Jan 26 with a reception that drew newly elected Mayor Kasim Reed, city and state officials and more than 300 well-wishers. [more]
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02/05/2010
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SL Tennessee, LLC to Invest $35 Million and Create 300 New Jobs in Clinton [more]
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02/05/2010
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The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) and the Department of Transportation (GDOT) announced today the selection of a consulting team lead by Cambridge Systematics to help create Georgia’s first comprehensive,... [more]
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02/04/2010
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While economists caution that the global economy is not yet out of the woods, individual companies are finding opportunities within these challenges [more]
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01/28/2010
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DETROIT - The Mercedes-Benz plant in Vance, Ala., will build all C-class sedans sold in North America starting in 2014. [more]
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01/28/2010
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RWE extend the lead in the biomass sector
Planned start-up in 2011
Investment of approx. €120 million [more]
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01/28/2010
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One morning last month, Alexander Nickel of Wissen, Germany, was in the Midtown Atlanta law offices of his attorney, Tycho Stahl. They were working on the paperwork for a U.S. subsidiary for Mr. Nickel’s family company, Nimak... [more]
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01/26/2010
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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. wind power capacity soared 39 percent last year but job growth stalled as uncertainty about renewable energy policies and the recession slowed manufacturing, an industry group said.
The combined power... [more]
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01/22/2010
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Jackson, Mississippi – Governor Haley Barbour announced today that Wilh. Schulz GMBH has selected Tunica County, Mississippi, as the location for its new pipe manufacturing facility. The $300 million facility will create 500... [more]
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01/21/2010
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Europe's growing need for cleaner-burning fuels has prompted a large German utility to open a bioenergy plant in Waycross. More may be on the way.
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01/20/2010
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Guest editorial: Frequent World Cup attendee sees potential
The Soccer World Cup is without any doubt the greatest tournament of any sport on this planet.
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01/20/2010
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A Growing Wholesaler Finds a Flexible Solution [more]
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01/18/2010
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Final decision pending environmental study
A diesel engine-maker plans to move into an empty facility in Graniteville, creating 250 jobs. [more]
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01/15/2010
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* Deal worth low- to mid-seven figures annually-source
* Continental is 18th MLS corporate sponsor
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01/11/2010
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HERNDON, Va. -- Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant over the next several months is on track to start making its first prototypes of the German automaker's planned, new midsize sedan, officials said Sunday. [more]
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01/08/2010
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JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - A German company will build a $300 million plant in northwestern Mississippi to manufacture stainless steel pipes for the oil and gas industry, Gov. Haley Barbour and a company executive announced Monday. [more]
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01/05/2010
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The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US, Inc. and the Goethe-Institut Atlanta are set to celebrate new office openings days apart in the New Year, while the bridge that used to separate their sides of town... [more]
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12/31/2009
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The consensus of economic forecasters expects 2010 to be a year of modest economicgrowth -- almost 3% -- much better than the previous two years. But that's not good enough to bring unemployment -- the greatest continuing threat... [more]
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12/22/2009
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In the fall 2009 quarter good news bestowed the South's automotive industry. We saw more suppliers add jobs last quarter than we’ve seen in quite a while. There were also several important OEM announcements as automakers gear up... [more]
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12/21/2009
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Hal “Hootie” Potts sprays water on smoking metal as a drill press bores through it, flicking slivers into a deepening pile around it. When the drill stops, the smoke drifts and dissolves. [more]
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12/21/2009
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German business confidence rose for the ninth month running in December, the closely watched Ifo survey indicated on Friday, in the latest sign that Europe's biggest economy is on the road to recovery. [more]
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12/10/2009
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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. trade deficit narrowed unexpectedly in October as the weak U.S. dollar helped boost
exports and demand for imported oil fell to its lowest daily level since January 2000, a Commerce Department... [more]
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12/10/2009
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Atlanta, GA – December 10, 2009. On the evening of Friday, December 4th, sponsors of the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US, Inc. came together at the GACC South’s new offices to celebrate the successful year.... [more]
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12/09/2009
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Take a pinch of Italian delicacies, mix them carefully with an outstanding selection of Texan wines and add a coup of Dal-las history. Mix these ingredients and you will have the 4th Annual Holiday and Member Appreciation Event... [more]
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12/08/2009
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CHARLESTON -- A coatings company with an existing plant in the Upstate is planning to locate a new facility in the Lowcountry and add jobs to the local economy over the next few years. [more]
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12/08/2009
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Leaders in biomass energy from Germany and Georgia come together to discuss possibilities for Georgia to move forward in sustainable energies at Transatlantic Climate Bridge conference [more]
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12/01/2009
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BERLIN (Reuters) - General Motors GM.UL has regained full control overOpel after paying back a 1.5 billion euro emergency loan including interest,dissolving a trust that held a 65 percent stake in the European carmaker."The... [more]
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11/25/2009
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Frankfurt/Main, 25. November 2009. The German Convention Bureau (GCB) is a pioneer in the field of "Green Meetings": Two years ago the marketing organisation for the German convention and meetings industry already started making... [more]
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11/24/2009
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The world is an energy hog with an appetite that continues to grow. That’s both the challenge and the opportunity for the U.S., the Carolinas and Charlotte USA. [more]
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11/20/2009
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Deutsche Firmen in den USA sehen wieder vorsichtig optimistisch in die Zukunft, sorgen sich aber wegen der Dollarschwäche und protektionistischer Gefahren. Das ist Ergebnis der ersten Konjunkturumfrage der Deutsch-Amerikanischen... [more]
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11/20/2009
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New People – New Opportunities [more]
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11/19/2009
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“Trim and lean after the crisis”
Economic survey finds optimism among German companies in the US – 81 percent do not plan further layoffs for 2010 [more]
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11/18/2009
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Pamela Glant of Chattanooga says she sought a production job with Volkswagen's local auto assembly plant to improve her standard of living. [more]
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11/18/2009
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AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- In a joint partnership with the City of Austin, Daimler is launching its groundbreaking car2go pilot project in North America today. The innovative mobility concept makes city... [more]
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11/17/2009
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A system developed by an Atlanta company that allows drivers to lock or unlock their cars with an iPhone or Blackberry or locate their vehicle in a crowded parking lot via a map on their smart phones is now available in all... [more]
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11/16/2009
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7th BBE/UFOP International Congress on Biofuels [more]
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11/16/2009
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As Volkswagen Group of America begins installing equipment at its new factory in Chattanooga, Tenn., near the Georgia state line, an Austrian company has landed a $900,000 contract for the first phase of electrical wiring for the... [more]
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11/15/2009
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Initiative supports American companies in the distribution of goods in Europe [more]
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11/12/2009
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Nov. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Volkswagen AG is targeting annual sales of as many as 130,000 of the new mid-sized sedan it’s developing for the U.S. beginning in 2011, when the world’s biggest auto market may rebound from recession. [more]
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11/12/2009
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Move likely to add weight and flair to VW’s efforts [more]
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11/12/2009
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ATLANTA / CHATTANOOGA, November 11, 2009 – Monday, Dr. Lutz H. Görgens, Counsel General of the Federal Republic of Germany, presented Miller & Martin PLLC Member Thomas J. Harrold, Jr. with the Cross of Merit of the Federal... [more]
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11/12/2009
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FRANKFURT, Germany
Every Thursday night, Martina Hagedorn dons her boots and cowboy hat - and sometimes a fake pistol - and lets her inner Texan take over. [more]
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11/11/2009
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Over 400 German restaurants, located throughout the United States participated in this first year of the search for the “Best German Restaurant in America”. Kurt’s & Vreny’s is honored to of been voted in the top 10 for... [more]
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11/10/2009
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MBtech expert holds a lecture on effective Supply Chain Management.
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11/10/2009
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Event focuses on role of Transatlantic Logistics in growing Southeastern Automotive Industry [more]
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11/09/2009
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before the United States Congress, Washington, November 3, 2009 [more]
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11/06/2009
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Georgia moved up to become the eighth-best state in the country to do business, according to an annual listing by Site Selection magazine. [more]
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11/05/2009
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DETROIT (Reuters) - The head of the American unit of German autos parts supplier Robert Bosch ROBG.UL said he expects U.S. light vehicle sales to improve to 11 million units in 2010, indicative of a steady but slow recovery from... [more]
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11/03/2009
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MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant chief said Friday that the planned supplier park near the VW plant is expected to have about eight to 10 suppliers at first and be ready next summer. [more]
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11/02/2009
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MUNICH – Washington is rolling out the red carpet today for German Chancellor Angela Merkel. She is addressing both houses of Congress and is also stopping by the White House for a chat with President Barack Obama.
This marks... [more]
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10/30/2009
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Many climate change activists have been disappointed with the administration of US President Barack Obama so far. But German energy giants are ecstatic. With US money flowing into alternative energies, companies from this side of... [more]
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10/30/2009
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U.S. plant will make material needed for more fuel-efficient vehicles [more]
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10/30/2009
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The U.S. economy returned to growth in the third quarter after a yearlong contraction as government incentives spurred consumers to spend more on homes and cars. [more]
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10/28/2009
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Doing business in a bilateral environment can be very challenging at times not only from the business perspective but also from the employees’ point of view. It creates the need for locating managers and skilled workers in... [more]
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10/27/2009
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The U.S. affiliate of a German company that makes components used in steel manufacturing has signed an agreement to put a $7 million factory in Meriwether County, Ga., about 50 miles southwest of Atlanta.
The factory will be... [more]
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10/26/2009
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German Team from the Technische Universität Darmstadt wins U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2009 [more]
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10/26/2009
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Some North Georgia colleges and career centers will extend computer lab hours starting next week to help residents apply for Volkswagen production jobs. [more]
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10/26/2009
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The Environmental Trade Mission (ETM) October 5th through 8th brought together state and local governments, metro area companies and organizations and 14 international companies, including representatives from Canada, Germany and... [more]
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10/26/2009
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JUPITER, Fla. (October 6, 2009) – Business and community leaders joined Dr. Peter Gruss, President of the Max Planck Society at a reception to welcome Nobel Laureate Dr. Bert Sakmann as the inaugural scientific director of the... [more]
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10/15/2009
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Siemens Energy has been awarded six new wind turbine orders in North America, totaling more than 565 megawatts (MW). Of the approximately 250 turbines every fourth unit is destined for Ontario, with the remainder to be installed... [more]
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10/14/2009
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State economic development officials are working to attract more alternative energy projects to Georgia. [more]
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10/08/2009
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Atlantans already pay more than people in other major cities to flush their toilets or turn on their taps: 108 percent more than in New York; 98 percent more than in Nashville; 144 percent more than in San Antonio.As high as city... [more]
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10/08/2009
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A German company that makes equipment for maintaining windpower turbines is expanding in Gwinnett County, occupying a 10,800-square foot building in Lawrenceville and employing 10-15 people in the first year. [more]
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10/02/2009
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E.ON has put the world’s largest wind farm into operation in the United States. After a construction period of just over two years, 627 wind turbines with an installed capacity of approx. 780 MW are now operating in Roscoe,... [more]
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10/01/2009
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Chamber celebrates success, honors 30 years of German-American business [more]
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09/30/2009
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A forum for Western Hemisphere leaders to discuss economic development issues will return to Atlanta, the U.S. Commerce Department announced Tuesday. [more]
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09/30/2009
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The Environmental Trade Mission (ETM) will bring together state and local governments, metro area companies and organizations and 14 international companies, including representatives from Canada, Germany and Uganda, who... [more]
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09/27/2009
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DURHAM, N.C.-Freudenberg IT announced the opening of its latest data center and office expansion in North America. By investing in new data centers, offices and hiring talented personnel, Freudenberg IT responds to the growing... [more]
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09/25/2009
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Forbes magazine says Georgia is the No. 6 state for doing business.
The magazine ranks all 50 states based on costs, labor supply, regulatory environment, current economic climate, growth prospects and quality of life.... [more]
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09/21/2009
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A renewable energy plant will create 25 jobs and bring an investment estimated at $110 million to Valdosta, Gov. Sonny Perdue announced Tuesday. [more]
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09/21/2009
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Georgia and Tennessee are among seven states chosen to participate in a project aimed at determining how to use the sun's power in their specific, county-by-county, geographic and economic situations. [more]
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09/14/2009
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German manufacturer says $100 million geothermal-powered factory is aimed at the world's fastest growing market for wind. [more]
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09/14/2009
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A new presence for your success. [more]
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09/10/2009
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Mercedes-Benz marked the completion of the 1 millionth Alabama-built M-Class sport utility on Wednesday, another milestone for the vehicle that birthed the state's auto industry and left a lasting impression on the luxury auto... [more]
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09/10/2009
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SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Consumer products companies and retailers are looking at investing in new wind power developments in the United States, potentially filling in gaps in financing left by the credit crisis and setting a... [more]
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09/04/2009
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Germany-based power company looks to expand its renewable presence in North America, as it takes a cash settlement for 13 power plants. [more]
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09/03/2009
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Volkswagen Group of America Chattanooga Operations, LLC, this week announced the company is ready to begin accepting applications for multi-skilled maintenance team members at its Tennessee production facility. [more]
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09/03/2009
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EDT HERNDON, VA. — Volkswagen's U.S. auto sales rose 11.4 percent in August compared with a year ago as consumers took advantage of the government's Cash for Clunkers program, helping the company post its best monthly sales since... [more]
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09/02/2009
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Young children can acquire native-like fluency as easily as they learned to walk. Where adults have to work through an established first-language system, studying explicit grammar rules and practicing rote drills, the young kids... [more]
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09/02/2009
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-Formation of Daimler Vans USA, LLC
-Focus on two-brand strategy: Established Sprinter commercial
vehicles
-will be available under the Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner
brands.
-Return of Mercedes-Benz brand of... [more]
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09/02/2009
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Germany’s historic Hamburg-Harburg Harbor announced the development of a sustainable ECO CITY that combines industry, entertainment and pedestrian life into one super green package. [more]
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09/01/2009
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Volkswagen says in documents filed for its foreign trade zone application that it could more than double the size of its Chattanooga plant to nearly 5 million square feet if needed. [more]
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09/01/2009
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Germany's fiscal fortunes closely tied to region's economic health [more]
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08/31/2009
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For the second time in less than a year, Volkswagen has unveiled plans to build a bigger Chattanooga auto assembly plant.
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08/31/2009
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The German company Indulor will expand into the US and is looking to locate in Graham, Alamance County, North Carolina. [more]
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08/27/2009
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German firms are at their most confident since the spectacular collapse of US banking giant Lehman Brothers in September 2008 and the subsequent global recession, a survey showed Wednesday. [more]
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08/27/2009
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Atlanta's robust Consular Corps. cultural organizations and business community have allowed for numerous opportunities for collaborations this past year. In association with the German American Chamber of Commerce of th Southern... [more]
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08/25/2009
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German discount supermarket Aldi recently opened its 1,000th store in the United States, as American shoppers fall on hard economic times. [more]
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08/24/2009
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CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee.
On Thursday, August 20, 2009 SIAG Schaaf Industrie Aktiengesellschaft with its headquarters in Dernbach/WW has taken over an existing tubular-steel plant by "signing and closing". The plant is located in... [more]
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08/21/2009
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Norfolk Southern's planned $112 million cargo-loading hub in McCalla already is spurring interest from companies that might set up operations near the site, officials said. [more]
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08/21/2009
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Battery manufacturer awarded $34.3 million federal grant [more]
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08/21/2009
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STUART — The Boeing Company’s purchase of Vought Aircraft Industries’ South Carolina facility could soon pay off for Martin County’s economy and further expand a local facility that was nearly closed a few years ago. [more]
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08/21/2009
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Gov. Bev Perdue announced that Deutsche Bank AG will open a technology development center in Wake County. Operating as DB Global Technology Inc., a newly formed subsidiary, the company plans to invest $6.7 million and create 319... [more]
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08/21/2009
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Seattle-based biotech firm Dendreon Corp. announced plans to open a $70 million manufacturing plant in nearby Union City. Gov. Sonny Perdue said the manufacturing plant could generate hundreds of new jobs in the Atlanta region. [more]
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08/20/2009
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Latinos are the new target group for Germany’s global language and cultural institute – Website. “Todo Alemán” combines features of social media and creative workshops – First “green” high school in Florida offers German classes... [more]
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08/18/2009
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Volkswagen officials are looking at eventually exporting vehicles made at its Chattanooga assembly plant outside North America. [more]
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08/17/2009
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For PowerSol GmbH, the InterSolar North America 2009, which took place the second full week in July in San Francisco, proved the perfect opportunity to increase awareness of the company’s presence on the American market. [more]
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08/14/2009
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As General Motors Corp. and Toyota Motor Corp. battled for the No. 1 sales ranking in recent years, Europe's biggest carmaker Volkswagen AG seemed mired in a set of distinctly European problems. [more]
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08/14/2009
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Atlanta Business Chronicle, in partnership with the World Trade Center Atlanta, is seeking nominations for the Governor’s International Awards. This special event will highlight the companies and individuals working to build and... [more]
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08/12/2009
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LOS ANGELES, Aug 11 (Reuters) - Solar cell manufacturing capacity will grow 56 percent in 2009 despite weakened demand for renewable energy projects in the face of tight credit markets and a global economic recession, a report... [more]
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08/12/2009
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Farm equipment giant AGCO Corp. is eyeing a Georgia factory that could employ up to 2,000 workers. [more]
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08/10/2009
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BMW Manufacturing Co. has been ranked No. 7 in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s new top 20 on-site Green Power Partners, the company announced Thursday.
The EPA’s Green Power Partnership recognized these partners for... [more]
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08/10/2009
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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The worst U.S. recession since the Great Depression will probably end in the third quarter, but uncertainty exists over the speed and duration of the economic recovery, according to the most recent survey... [more]
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08/07/2009
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* Exports rise 7.0 percent on the month in June
* Output dips but orders gains boost recovery hopes
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08/04/2009
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Poggenpohl and Porsche Design have collaborated on a sleek, new kitchen, launching the concept at the Poggenpohl Atlanta showroom in the Terminus 100 building in Buckhead. [more]
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08/03/2009
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Manufacturing in the U.S. shrank less than forecast as stimulus-induced gains in demand worldwide helped resuscitate factories from the worst slump in three decades. [more]
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08/03/2009
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ATLANTA - Companies still are interested in moving jobs to Georgia, even during the ongoing recession, according to figures released last week by state industrial recruiters, but the pace has slowed. [more]
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07/30/2009
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View Larger Entrepreneur magazine’s August issue ranks Atlanta the seventh-best start-up city in America.
The magazine’s look at startup-friendly cities addresses issues such as government incentives, population growth,... [more]
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07/28/2009
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While the rest of the auto industry cowers under the pressure of a global economic slowdown, Volkswagen is moving full speed ahead on the construction of a $1 billion assembly plant in Chattanooga, TN. The plant, which will begin... [more]
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07/28/2009
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German luxury auto makers including BMW AG and Daimler AG's Mercedes-Benz are close to benefitting from a U.S. concession that will allow them and a few other foreign makers to keep selling cars that emit more greenhouse gases... [more]
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07/27/2009
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Germany's renewable energy companies are establishing themselves and earning profits in the growing US energy market. But American companies shouldn't be ruled out of the competition quite yet, some analysts say. [more]
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07/24/2009
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Wind projects are going ahead in the US despite the harsh economic environment [more]
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07/22/2009
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Southern Business & Development Names Top Deals, States and Executives [more]
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07/22/2009
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Grand Prairie, TX – July 10, 2009 – Today, American Eurocopter celebrated 40 years of leadership and growth in the United States with a special anniversary event at the company headquarters in Grand Prairie, Texas. [more]
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07/21/2009
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RALEIGH, N.C. — A subsidiary of German tire and car parts maker Continental AG plans to expand operations at a North Carolina brake systems plant as it looks ahead to North American automakers eventually revving up production... [more]
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07/21/2009
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A year after Volkswagen announced it was building a plant in Chattanooga, North Georgia officials say they have reached a critical time in persuading suppliers to build in the region. [more]
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07/20/2009
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ATLANTA — When the construction cranes have halted, business has slipped into a coma and growth has slowed to the speed of Interstate 75 at rush hour, what is a Chamber of Commerce to do?
In Atlanta, the answer is tinged with... [more]
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07/20/2009
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- Construction to Begin This Week, With Production Slated for 2010
- Investment of $100 Million Will Create 700 Direct Jobs, Stimulate Local Economy
- U.S. Will be the World's Single Largest Market for Wind Power in 2010
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07/17/2009
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New DOE Study Shows U.S. Leads the World in Wind Energy Capacity [more]
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07/17/2009
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Aggressive investments in 2008 helped the United States surpass Germany to become the world's leader in wind power, according to a report released Thursday by the U.S. Department of Energy. [more]
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07/15/2009
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Volkswagen has awarded nearly $436 million in contracts to Tennessee and Chattanooga area firms so far, the automaker said today. [more]
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07/15/2009
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Just one year after Chattanooga won the Volkswagen assembly plant, the automaker has identified suppliers for more than half of the parts needed for the new car it will build here. [more]
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07/14/2009
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The German parliament is offering five-month internships to young college graduates who speak German. [more]
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07/11/2009
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The struggling auto industry has thrown a wrench into a deal that would bring a BMW training center worth at least $40 million to Atlanta, sources close to the project say. [more]
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07/10/2009
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Navigator study of Horváth & Partners reveals insights on how to prepare for the economic upturn [more]
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07/06/2009
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Fourteen Fulton County youth will tour Germany July 5 – 17, 2009 to explore differences and similarities in cultures, including comparisons of human rights issues in Germany and the United States. [more]
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07/02/2009
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NORTHVILLE, Mich. – The ZF Gainesville, Ga., facility was honored with a “Gold Award” World Excellence Award from the Ford Motor Company on June 22 for being an “outstanding performer” in quality, cost and delivery. ZF... [more]
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06/30/2009
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East Tennessee automotive suppliers selected to do business with Volkswagen will be able to supply the German automaker's new Chattanooga plant and its international network of facilities, VW officials told suppliers during a... [more]
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06/30/2009
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DUESSELDORF, Germany (Reuters) - The United States may become the largest market for renewable energy for E.ON, the world's largest utility by sales, within six years, the head of the company's green energy unit told Reuters in... [more]
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06/25/2009
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Tier 1 Auto Supplier Expects to Create 230 New Jobs [more]
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06/24/2009
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Volkswagen has received more than 18,000 job applications so far for its Chattanooga plant, and officials expect the number to top 100,000 after they open up hiring for production posts later this year.
"Hiring for salaried... [more]
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06/24/2009
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The federal government gave Smyrna's economy a jolt Tuesday with a $1.6 billion loan for Nissan North America to manufacture electric vehicles and build a new battery factory. [more]
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06/23/2009
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Clean energy jobs may just be the answer to the nation’s economic woes as well as the world’s environmental woes. Environmentalists are in agreement that a push towards clean energy is necessary to slowing (or stopping) the... [more]
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06/23/2009
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German business confidence rose for a third month in June, providing further evidence that the recession in Europe’s largest economy is easing. [more]
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06/22/2009
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A German manufacturer of “living playgrounds” has opened a sales office in Greenville, the Greenville Area Development Corp. and Berliner Seilfabrik announced today.
The three-person sales office will cater to the needs of... [more]
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06/22/2009
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German liftmaker lands near Pineville with big plans for U.S growth [more]
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06/17/2009
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GREER - BMW Manufacturing has been given the Supplier Choice Award presented every two years by Automotive News, based on surveys by J.D. Power across the automotive supplier industry in the United States. [more]
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06/16/2009
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Vice President Joe Biden and Commerce Secretary Gary Locke are set to attend an announcement Thursday in Jefferson City detailing plans for Missouri’s largest wind energy development, which is expected to cost about $300 million... [more]
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06/16/2009
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Volkswagen plans to use North American suppliers for 85 percent of the parts and components in the new sedan it will make in Chattanooga, according to the company.
The German automaker has a stated goal of 80 percent North... [more]
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06/12/2009
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A German land trust is placing a long-term bet on Atlanta real estate — despite a tumultuous economy — seeking rezoning for a luxury hotel and residences in a glitzy section of Buckhead. [more]
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06/09/2009
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Dear GACC members,
In today’s uncertain economy, marketing your products and services is more important than ever for business success. Yet, with cost cutting becoming a necessity for business survival, business owners often... [more]
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06/09/2009
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Last Monday, General Motors filed for bankruptcy protection. On Thursday, BMW showcased a major expansion of its manufacturing complex near Greer. For the moment, then, Detroit is in tears, while the Upstate and other communities... [more]
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06/08/2009
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West Texas reigns as center of the booming new industry [more]
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06/08/2009
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Gov. Sonny Perdue committed Wednesday to rally neighboring governors to engage in a discussion of a national, high-speed rail network which would zip trains linking Savannah, Atlanta and Jacksonville with other states. As... [more]
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06/08/2009
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President Barack Obama is visiting Germany for the second time since taking office. This time, stopovers are in Dresden, Buchenwald, and Landstuhl. Obama arrived in Dresden on Thursday evening where he spent the night at the... [more]
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06/04/2009
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On a recent 12-day trip to Germany, Atlanta attorney Tycho Stahl was surprised by how optimistic companies were about the prospects of doing business in the United States. [more]
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06/03/2009
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Hartsfield-Jackson is the first U.S. airport to win Air Cargo Week's prestigious World Air Cargo Award for Airport of the Year. The ceremony — held in Munich, Germany, as part of the Air Cargo Europe Exhibition and Conference —... [more]
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06/03/2009
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Marietta, GA.
In an effort to bring the required emission test closer to the customer, DEKRA Emission Check Inc. opens its door to 2 new emission stations in Atlanta.“As a community-oriented company we felt the need to bring our... [more]
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06/03/2009
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The NCR official did not disclose details about Georgia’s offer. Gwinnett County’s Bannister said he did not know what, if any, incentives helped Georgia land the technology giant.
NCR, which produces cash registers, bank ATMs... [more]
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05/21/2009
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Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen, and Professor Dr. Jochem Heizmann, Member of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG with responsibility for Group production, were joined last Thursday by invited guests, including ECD... [more]
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05/18/2009
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German industrial conglomerate Siemens AG said Friday it would invest $50 million in its Charlotte, N.C. operations to increase the energy division's offerings of climate protecting technology for power plants. [more]
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05/18/2009
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The final component to keep and create jobs at the Henkel Corp. plant in Salisbury fell into place Friday when Gov. Bev Perdue's office announced that the company's proposed expansion would receive a $206,000 grant from the One... [more]
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05/18/2009
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MARIETTA - The 60th anniversary of the end of the historic Berlin Airlift, in which western Allies flew critical supplies into West Berlin, was commemorated Friday afternoon inside a hangar at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in... [more]
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05/18/2009
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MBtech, a German engineering and consulting company with offices worldwide, has opened its third U.S. office in Tuscaloosa. [more]
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05/18/2009
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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is best known for moving the most passengers in the world each year, but an award it won in Germany highlights its ability to move goods as well.
Awards in 10 categories are given... [more]
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05/15/2009
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Chattanooga
VOLKSWAGEN (VW), Europe’s largest car maker, will build a bigger factory than planned in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to take advantage of slumping set-up costs while US competitors struggle to survive.
“This is great... [more]
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05/14/2009
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NASHVILLE — Tennessee will spend $62 million in federal stimulus money on a solar power generation and research, Gov. Phil Bredesen said Wednesday. [more]
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05/13/2009
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MOBILE, Ala. (AP) -- ThyssenKrupp AG officials say the construction of the largest portion of the $4.65 billion complex the company is building in Calvert might be delayed.
The German company said in a Tuesday statement that the... [more]
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05/11/2009
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About a third of up to 16,000 attendees at the upcoming BIO conference in Atlanta will be from outside the U.S., and Georgia is aiming to turn these global visitors into investors, officials said in a briefing on May 7.
The... [more]
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05/07/2009
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Press Release, Office of the GovernorPublished: May 6, 2009
Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Bayer CropScience LP, a leading plant science company specializing in crop protection, non-agricultural pest control, seeds and... [more]
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05/05/2009
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Despite a big first-quarter profit skid, Volkswagen on Wednesday reaffirmed its Chattanooga auto plant, saying it is “not backing off our plans in the U.S. by one inch.”
On May 14, top VW officials, including Chief Executive... [more]
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05/04/2009
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Peachtree City, GA (May 4, 2009) – US based German company Hoffmann + Krippner mark June 1st, 2009 as the launch date for OPAL Industrial Control Units into the US marketplace. [more]
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04/29/2009
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A German-based company specializing in high-end textiles for cars will expand operations to Auburn Technology Park North, creating 20 jobs, the city announced Thursday. [more]
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04/21/2009
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Oracal USA, which operates a plant in Bryan County’s Interstate Centre industrial park, was selected as Georgia Small Manufacturer of the Year on Thursday. [more]
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04/21/2009
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Top Performers Presented Opportunity to Travel to Germany [more]
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04/20/2009
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German automaker's first quarter sales increased its global market share to 11%. Toyota reports first quarter sales next week. [more]
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04/20/2009
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Team of Tennessee Leaders Traveling to Hanover for Southeastern Automotive Supplier Forum [more]
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04/20/2009
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DEKRA Emission Check brings emission test stations closer to the moving public. [more]
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04/14/2009
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Texas is continuing to breeze past other states in adding wind-generation capacity. [more]
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04/08/2009
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It appears ae light metal casting will close its LaGrange plant at the end of May, a victim of the slumping auto industry.
The plant, which makes aluminum die-cast parts, started operations in May 2006 with 57 employees with... [more]
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04/08/2009
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RITZ Instrument Transformers plans to open a new manufacturing facility here, creating 50 jobs and investing $3 million.
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04/03/2009
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German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US chooses port city for Annual General Meeting - Partnership with international Management Consultancy offers actionable intelligence and hands-on advice [more]
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04/02/2009
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Newnan, GAPaul Chancey, Partner of Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, LLP, paid a visit to Grenzebach Corporation in Newnan to present them with their award for being one of Georgia’s Mid-Market Fast Forty for 2008 chosen in partnership... [more]
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03/31/2009
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Georgia may have been in the slow lane when it came to landing foreign automakers looking to plant the Japanese, Korean and German flags in the Southeast. And consolidation cost the Peach State the GM plant in Doraville last year... [more]
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03/30/2009
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German-American Energy Conference opens: Renewables boom in the USA [more]
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03/25/2009
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The obligation for testing of imported goods, which came to affect on 14 of August 2008 with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act, has been granted a one-year stay of enforcement. At the end of January 2009, the US... [more]
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03/25/2009
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SolarWorld, a manufacturer of solar power equipment based in Germany, says it plans a 210,000-square-foot building on its 100-acre Hillsboro property. [more]
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03/20/2009
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Organizers hope it will create more jobs as economy recovers [more]
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03/19/2009
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As the nation’s unemployment figures continue to reach new heights, Chief Executive magazine’s 2009 "Best & Worst States" survey took CEOs’ pulse on what the best and worst places for jobs and business growth are. For the... [more]
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03/18/2009
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Hanover, Germany (March 5, 2009) – The federal German Ministry for Economics and Technology together with the Initiative for SME’s (Small and Medium Enterprises) awarded the Innovation IT Prize to algorithmica technologies at the... [more]
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03/18/2009
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Germany's new Economics Minister zu Guttenberg visits D.C.With the words „let the Bazar open“, Germany’s newly appointed Economics Minister, Mr. Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, urged governments to avoid new barriers to world trade... [more]
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03/17/2009
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From “cool” Stockholm to “hot” Savannah, some Swedish companies will descend on Georgia in April to search for business opportunities with American companies at the 2009 EDays Business Matchmaking Program in Savannah from 20-22... [more]
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03/16/2009
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The Georgia House Thursday overwhelmingly approved a state economic stimulus plan Republicans held up as a more responsible, business-friendly recovery strategy than its federal counterpart.
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03/10/2009
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Region ranks in Top 10 for green buildings [more]
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03/10/2009
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All Visa Waiver Program (VWP) travelers are now required to obtain a travel authorization via the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to traveling to the United States under the VWP.
Please read the current... [more]
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03/05/2009
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In spite of or, perhaps more accurately, even due to the current economic crisis, U.S. companies have named Germany the most attractive location for investment in Europe for the first time. This places Germany not only ahead of... [more]
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03/03/2009
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HAMILTON COUNTY (WRCB) - In the Drive for Volkswagen, we get another progress report from Enterprise South.This one was meant for the big wigs back in Germany.Hamilton County Mayor Claude Ramsey reminded the group that at this... [more]
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03/03/2009
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A delegation of political and business leaders from the German Federal State of Lower Saxony - Niedersachsen, in German - arrived in Chattanooga Thursday to cultivate new relationships as Volkswagen builds it's $1-billion... [more]
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03/02/2009
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Walter Hirche, former Minister of Economics, Labor, and Transportation for Niedersachsen, Germany, spoke on the topic “Mobility in Niedersachsen” at the Georgia Institute of Technology on February 24, 2009. The event was... [more]
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02/27/2009
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Knoefler Enterprises announced that they will offer $1500 cash to any Chamber member that provides a referral to a business that signs a lease and occupies a portion or all of their vacant 10,000 ft2 space at the Windward Park... [more]
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02/13/2009
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International business travelers who often fly abroad now have a way to skip the passport counter upon their return to the U.S. [more]
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02/09/2009
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DIHK International aktuell No. 2/2009
Re: International Protectionism Debate [more]
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02/03/2009
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Story of Georgia based Rudi Herbst from Rosenheim [more]
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02/02/2009
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ATLANTA, GA – February 2, 2009 - According to Cardinal Health’s website for Chasing Zero Summit on Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs), HAIs are the second largest patient safety issue that healthcare organizations face every... [more]
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01/30/2009
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The bad economy apparently had little impact on Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport last year, according to numbers released Wednesday by the airport. Airport officials said more than 90 million passengers used the... [more]
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01/26/2009
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The AHK USA Strategy Meeting 2009 took place in Houston, TX, January 8 – 9. The presidents and consulting directors of all the AHKs in the U.S. gathered to discuss goals and strategies for the upcoming year. The first... [more]
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01/22/2009
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Biggest Winners German Grocery Stores Aldi, Trader Joe's, A&P [more]
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01/21/2009
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The German American Chambers of Commerce together with the German Energy Agency (dena) will be hosting the 1st German American Energy Conference 2009 from March 30th – April 2nd in Berlin, Germany. The theme of the event... [more]
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01/07/2009
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German American Chambers of Commerce publish ranking 2007/08
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01/07/2009
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Newnan, GA - Grenzebach Corporation is pleased to announce and welcome its two new Vice Presidents, Gerry Fischer as Vice President - General Counsel and Xaver Hake as Vice President - Technical Operations. ... [more]
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01/02/2009
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[Translate to English:] Erhardt + Leimer is pleased to announce, effective January 1, 2009, the appointment of Udo Skarke as CEO of its North American headquarters in Duncan, South Carolina. He replaces David Merritt who retired... [more]
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01/02/2009
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Source: www.bloomberg.com, by Jann Bettinga
Dec. 22 (Bloomberg) -- Munich Re, the world’s biggest reinsurer, agreed to buy American International Group Inc.’s Hartford Steam Boiler unit for $742 million, about a third less than... [more]
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12/18/2008
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"Is it Christmas already?" This was the question that many of the 200 guests attending the festive reception in Atlanta on December 4 for the official inauguration of NürnbergMesse North America, Inc. must have been asking... [more]
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12/18/2008
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Source: IndependentMail.com, by Ray Chandler
An international company is bringing jobs to Hart County, in stark contrast to the area’s recent reports of jobs vanishing.
“In this time of gloom and doom, and press conferences... [more]
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12/16/2008
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VISA BULLETIN: Take Notice!
New Requirements for U.S. Travelers under the Visa Waiver Program
We recommend that all travelers to the United States under the U.S. Visa Waiver program apply as soon as possible for travel... [more]
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12/05/2008
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Source: GlobalAtlanta, article by David Beasley
A tradeshow company based in Nuremberg, Germany, is expanding its North American headquarters in Atlanta. NürnbergMesse will double the number of employees in Atlanta from five to... [more]
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11/25/2008
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By John L. Watkins and Thomas J. Gallo*Many businesses thrive and survive only because of their intellectual property. For many businesses, particularly small and mid-sized businesses, intellectual property consists... [more]
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11/21/2008
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When it comes to control units, input devices and membrane keyboards, the German company Hoffmann + Krippner GmbH is the market leader in customer-specific input systems in Europe and has delivered exceptional electronic products... [more]
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11/19/2008
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Dachser management spokesman honored with prestigious German Family Entrepreneur of the Year award
Atlanta, 19 November 2008. The "Family Entrepreneur of the Year" prize, awarded for the fifth time jointly by the INTES-Akademie... [more]
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11/14/2008
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Martina Stegmeier grew up in Munich, Germany. She earned a double degree in Business Administration from the European School of Business in Reutlingen, Germany and the Universidad Pontificia Comillas in Madrid, Spain. Martina... [more]
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11/10/2008
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Plantation, Fla. -- November 10, 2008 - Domestic-only services end January 30, 2009 - International shipping to/from U.S. remains intact - Will reduce U.S. operating costs by over 80% - U.S. stays an... [more]
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11/05/2008
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The energy the sun radiates in a single day exceeds the annual power consumption of Earth's entire population. A day of solar radiation also exceeds the net energy resources currently available on Earth, and is practically free... [more]
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11/05/2008
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German American Chambers of Commerce: “So can we!” [more]
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11/08/2008
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The GACC South collaborated with the Consular Corps of Atlanta and Atlanta Habitat for Humanity on the "International House" project this fall. The GACC South, BABG Atlanta, and the Consulates General of Switzerland, Canada and... [more]
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10/24/2008
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-Key pillar in the strategy to serve the rapidly growing US alternativeenergy market-Investment of $100 million will lead to 700 new jobs in the region-Jonesboro expects more companies to follow suit
JONESBORO, Arkansas (October... [more]
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10/20/2008
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RenewableEnergyWorld.com
FL, USA--As officials in Florida craft a solar incentive program to take advantage of the state's plentiful solar resources, industry leaders and policy-makers are coming together today to discuss how... [more]
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09/23/2008
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The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US (GACC South) is pleased to announce its partnership with the City of Stuttgart for its 13th Annual Gala. This year’s Gala, which will take place September 27th at the... [more]
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09/05/2008
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On September 4th Lutz Hermann Goergens, Ph.D, German Consul General Atlanta, and GACC South CEO & President Kristian Wolf visited the site of the new Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, TN.
Click here to see the story on Channel... [more]
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09/04/2008
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Auburn's newest technology park welcomed its second tenant today. Selzer Automotive, LP broke ground on a 64,000 square foot facility in Auburn Technology Park West. Earlier this year, Governor Bob Riley announced Selzer's plans... [more]
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09/02/2008
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On September 23rd German Ambassador to the United States Dr. Klaus Scharioth will be honored at an installment of the Embassy Series hosted by The South Carolina World Trade Center. This Series installment will take place at the... [more]
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08/08/2008
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Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Suniva, the Georgia Tech-born solar cell company, announced Wednesday a four-year, $500 million deal to supply one of Europe's largest solar module makers.
Suniva will produce solar cells for Solon... [more]
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08/06/2008
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Atlanta Business Chronicle
The business climate in Georgia is surpassed only by Texas and North Carolina, according to a study by marketing company Development Counsellors International. Georgia was followed by Tennessee and... [more]
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07/29/2008
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Chattanooga Times Free Press
The speedometer on a Volkswagen stops well short of 300 mph, but Georgia state Sen. Jeff Mullis, R-Chickamauga, hopes the $1 billion assembly plant coming to Chattanooga boosts the prospect for a... [more]
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07/29/2008
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Aluminum Technology Schmid is a precision machining company from the Stuttgart Region in Germany specializing in high-end aluminum parts for hydraulic applications in the automotive industry. The new investment will include a die... [more]
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07/28/2008
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Please click here for full Special Report. [more]
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07/28/2008
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PRESS RELEASE
Dachser and Seacon Logistics establish Joint Venture, focussing on air cargo development at Maastricht Airport (NL)
Germany, Kempten / The Netherlands, Maastricht.
In early July 2008, internationally-active... [more]
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07/17/2008
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Wolfsburg, Germany-based automotive manufacturer Volkswagen AG has selected Chattanooga, Tenn., to build its next U.S. assembly plant, providing job growth that could spill over into nearby north Georgia. About 2,000 people are... [more]
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07/08/2008
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Jim Nolan, an immigration attorney for more than 20 years who has been featured on CNNfn and Bloomberg TV, will answer any of your questions about business and family U.S. immigration law in an individual telephone call at no... [more]
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06/18/2008
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Berlin/Los Angeles, 22 April, 2008. Yesterday evening, Robert Iger, the head of The Walt Disney Company, presented a new film label to the public. This new prestigious brand will start off with the nature documentary “Earth”, a... [more]
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06/04/2008
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The recent tornadoes in Atlanta impacted a number of major event facilities, most notably the Georgia World Congress Center, where the GreenBusiness Works EXPO was scheduled for June 3-6, 2008. The Georgia World Congress Center... [more]
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06/02/2008
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More than half of all foreign direct investment that has entered former East Germany since collapse of the Berlin Wall in 1989 has come from U.S. companies, and the Invest in Germany agency thinks there are plenty of... [more]
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05/14/2008
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Business leaders from the United States and senior politicians of the Federal Republic of Germany gathered at the historic Biltmore in Atlanta for an opportunity of networking and learning about emerging investment opportunities... [more]
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04/21/2008
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Canada, Great Britain, Germany, and Japan win favor with at least 80% of Americans. [more]
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04/15/2008
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The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US welcomes the German American Business Chamber of Florida as their first official GACC South Affiliate. [more]
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04/03/2008
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Airbus plans to build an aircraft plant in Mobile, Ala., where refueling planes for the Air Force are assembled. The Southeast is the fastest-growing business region in the United States. [more]
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03/19/2008
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Bringing serenity into a chaotic world….
Atlanta welcomes the emergence of an innovative type of solutions provider in the field of staffing. Hofmann Services, the subsidiary of German staffing giant I.K. Hofmann GmbH, has... [more]
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03/06/2008
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Several news outlets just released information that the Pentagon has chosen EADS/Northrop Grumman as the winner for the refueling tanker aircraft contract valued at 35 billion US dollars.
EADS was reported to be interested in... [more]
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03/06/2008
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Berlin Atlantic Capital US is the investment operations arm of Berlin-based BAC Berlin Atlantic Capital AG. As such, it invests funds raised in the German retail and private placement markets within various US based alternative... [more]
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03/06/2008
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THE TWISTED PATH TO CITIZENSHIP THE PLACE OF FOREIGN NATIONALS IN ATLANTA
Featuring:
Teri Simmons Partner & Director of International/Immigration Group,
Arnall Golden & Gregory Chair, Atlanta Sister-Cities Commission
Charles... [more]
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02/29/2008
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Suniva Inc., a manufacturer of solar energy cells, announced today that it has raised $50 million in its second round of venture capital financing.
The round was co-led by a returning investor, New Enterprise Associates, and... [more]
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02/29/2008
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November 12th, 2007, Abilene, Texas:
The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern United States, in conjunction with the German Energy Agency (DENA) and the Texas Renewable Energies Industry Association (TREIA)... [more]
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02/27/2008
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Detlev von Platen to Succeed Peter Schwarzenbauer who joins AUDI AG Management Board
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02/25/2008
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Prospects for German investors in the area of renewable energy in the US:
Houston, February 19, 2008: The US has a huge backlog in the use of renewable energies. This opens an exciting market of growth for... [more]
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02/22/2008
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Volkswagen has been in a marketing and sales funk here in the U.S. over the past few years, but the German automaker plans to drastically change that in the coming decade. A big part of VW's North American growth plan is a brand... [more]
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02/22/2008
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Siemens Power Transmission & Distribution, Inc. announced that Southern Company Transmission has selected its Spectrum Power™ 3 energy management system to monitor, control, and optimize the reliability of its transmission system... [more]
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02/22/2008
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After attending the 2007 Solar-Wind energy conference in Houston Texas Mr. Stryi-Hipp, the Managing Director of the German Solar Energy Association stopped in Atlanta, Georgia to share the news. To tune in on his report, a... [more]
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02/19/2008
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It has been over twenty years since Delta Air Lines and Stuttgart Airport have been in business. Serving the German and American community, this alliance has developed into a lifeline for international trade. With the increasing... [more]
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01/07/2008
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Houston's latest chamber aims to ease way for German businesses [more]
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11/24/2007
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Peering out the windows of the 31st floor law offices of Smith, Gambrell and Russell LLP, Gerhard Stryi-Hipp said he could see that at least with regard to trees, Atlanta is a green city.
“And I hope it’s going to... [more]
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11/09/2007
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Representatives of institutions promoting German Business gathered in Atlanta on 11/9/2007 to analyse the economic situation in the Southeastern U.S. and to synchronize their activities.
From left to... [more]
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11/08/2007
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Alabama Plant to Begin Operations in 2010 [more]
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10/01/2007
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Based on the 2006 revenue figures of overseas divisions of German companies, the German American Chambers of Commerce compiled the most recent Top 50 ranking of German firms in the United States.
Download Ranking: PDF [more]
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09/26/2007
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Representative Ron Stephens, Chair of the House Economic Development and Tourism Committee, invites Saxony State Minister of Economic Affairs to travel to Georgia to further mutual trade agenda [more]
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09/21/2007
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Atlanta, GA – Sept. 21, 2007 The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern United States (GACC South) is proud to announce the opening of its branch office in Houston, Texas. Texas presents a very attractive... [more]
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