New jobs expected in Mobile AL

By Barbara Reeves | Published: May 11, 2009

The Atlanta-based Ryla Inc. has selected a site for their new regional headquarters in Saraland, according to a recent article at wkrg.com.  Ryla Inc. is a corporate data center and regional call center and this move will add more than 1,200 new jobs to the area.  The company expects to hire about 400 employees by … Continue reading New jobs expected in Mobile AL

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Mobile’s new Container Terminal Receives new Service

By Barbara Reeves | Published: April 17, 2009

This past Thursday, April 16th, Maersk Line announced that the Transatlantic (TA2) line will now be making weekly calls at the new Mobile Container Terminal.  This same line offers shipping to Northern Europe, UK/Ireland, Scandinavian and Baltic destinations as well. Mobile’s Container Terminal, which was a $300 million project, began operations October 2nd and is … Continue reading Mobile’s new Container Terminal Receives new Service

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Saunders Yachtworks Receives Boatyard of the Year Award

By Barbara Reeves | Published: April 10, 2009

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Saunders Yachtworks facilities have received the Boatyard of the Year award.  This award was given by the American Boat Builders and Repairers Association at their Fort Lauderdale FL annual Conference.  The Press Register reported that the Boatyard of the Year award is granted to the boatyard that “demonstrates excellence in … Continue reading Saunders Yachtworks Receives Boatyard of the Year Award

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ThyssenKrupp Delays Calvert river terminal to Cut Costs

By Barbara Reeves | Published: March 27, 2009

The German Steel company ThyssenKrupp’s Calvert plant site will have a delay in the building of a portion of the river terminal.  The planned terminal will be on the Tombigbee River with berths for five barges, but two berths are being delayed.  As ThyssenKrupp has been going through ways to cut costs, the delay of … Continue reading ThyssenKrupp Delays Calvert river terminal to Cut Costs

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Baldwin and Mobile AL Rank high in 2008 Fastest Growing Counties

By Barbara Reeves | Published: March 19, 2009

The U.S. Census Bureau data reported today that Baldwin and Mobile counties were among the 10 fastest-growing counties in Alabama last year.  This will be the third year in a row that both Baldwin and Mobile counties made the top ten list; Baldwin County grew by 2,691, while Mobile County grew by 2,212, as recorded … Continue reading Baldwin and Mobile AL Rank high in 2008 Fastest Growing Counties

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Mobile’s American Tank and Vessel Inc lands $45 Million NASA Contract

By Barbara Reeves | Published: February 23, 2009

NASA announced last week that Mobile’s American Tank and Vessel Inc (AT&V) will be under contract to build and install a key component to test a new generation of rocket engines for NASA.   AT&V employs about 190 workers in the locations that will be working on a test cell diffuser, which is “a device that … Continue reading Mobile’s American Tank and Vessel Inc lands $45 Million NASA Contract

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Active West Mobile/ Semmes Market!

By Barbara Reeves | Published: February 18, 2009

The area encompassing West Mobile and Semmes saw the most activity within Mobile and Baldwin Counties in January 2009. With 30 homes sold and 79 contracts pending, this area is relatively fast-paced compared with surrounding communities. Sold prices averaged $204,331 or $94.01/ square foot and spent 106 days on the market. There were 475 homes … Continue reading Active West Mobile/ Semmes Market!

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Murtha Repeats Suggestion for Tanker Contract Split

By Barbara Reeves | Published: February 18, 2009

This past Monday, U.S. Rep. John Murtha, D-Pa, repeated his suggestion for the U.S. Air Force to split their aerial refueling tanker contract between Boeing and Northrop Grumman Corp, after a tour of Boeing’s production center in Everett, Washington.  Murtha made a similar touring visit of Mobile Alabama-based Northrop Grumman Corp in late January and … Continue reading Murtha Repeats Suggestion for Tanker Contract Split

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Alabama Power Co. Study Looks for Lower Fuel Cost Alternatives

By Barbara Reeves | Published: January 20, 2009

Alabama Power Co. is currently looking into other options of generating electricity that could help lower energy costs in the long run.  As part of Alabama Power Co.’s general planning activities, they will be conducting a study which will explore such options as burning wood or other renewable fuels at one of their coal-fired plant … Continue reading Alabama Power Co. Study Looks for Lower Fuel Cost Alternatives

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Northrop and Boeing Look Forward to the New Tanker Competition Next Year

By Barbara Reeves | Published: December 22, 2008

Both Northrop Grumman Corp. and Boeing Co. are gearing up for another competition for the U.S Air Force tanker for this coming year.  This time the top executives from each of these companies are setting rules for the new contest to prevent any inequality. Boeing is trying for a “price shootout” to offer a cost-competitive … Continue reading Northrop and Boeing Look Forward to the New Tanker Competition Next Year

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