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2013 State of the Research Triangle Region
An in-depth look at the Region's economic health and competitive position.
Triangle Commercial Real Estate Market Forecast
At NAI Carolantic, we pride ourselves in making accurate real estate forecasts. Last year, we predicted the year would end with positive absorption and rental rates would hit bottom. We were correct in our prediction and reported declining vacancy in all product types with the exception of two geographic submarkets.
March 12, 2013 |
Fuel for the future
Using natural gas as a vehicle fuel is nothing new. In the United States, it’s been a transportation fuel since World War II.
February 18, 2013 |
NC Engine roaring with ultra-high speed
We live in a world of acronyms and some are better than others. But you have to give credit to the minds that gave rise to the latest acronym to hit the Triangle: NCNGN. The brilliance is in the pronunciation: NC Engine – get it?
February 12, 2013 |
# 2 Best Value Public Colleges for 2013 (UNC-Chapel Hill)
February 5, 2013 |
# 10 Best College Basketball Coach for the Money (UNC's Roy Williams)
January 29, 2013 |
Southern hospitality is alive and well in the Research Triangle Region…
In the south, we like to have company. In fact, we are known for our hospitality. (What southerner doesn’t have a symbolic pineapple or magnolia in their home?)
January 18, 2013 |
# 1 Best Value in Public Colleges, 2013 (UNC-Chapel Hill)
January 2, 2013 |
American Airlines to Begin Daily Service to Los Angeles in April 2013
American Airlines today announced it will launch daily non-stop service between RDU and Los Angeles International Airport on April 2, 2013. Tickets go on sale, and flight times will be posted, on Sunday, Dec. 23.
December 21, 2012 |
No, really. This stuff is cool - and it's right here.
In my job working with existing companies in the Research Triangle Region, I’m continually amazed by what is behind the doors of the mostly boring-looking, sometimes even dirty buildings that most of us pass each day. When you see the processes, equipment and products being made or designed behind those drab walls, you say things like: “That is seriously cool,” or “Wow!” or “Who knew?”
December 20, 2012 |
The Research Triangle's Manufacturing Economy Ain't What It Used To Be!
True or False: Since 1990, in the Research Triangle Region, total manufacturing jobs have declined dramatically.
The answer is “False.” In fact, the number today is roughly equal to that of two decades ago.
December 19, 2012 |
Do this, and we’ll change the game . . . .
What do you do when you’re asked to develop an economic development strategy for a region that already enjoys tremendous success? You ask one question: What could we do even better? Then, you listen. Compile ideas. Set them out again, and confirm. Refine. Ask about priorities. Find the game changers.
December 14, 2012 |
1 and Done: An Alternative Commute Challenge
Do you think you could commit to taking a form of alternative transportation one time over the course of the next 12 months? I’m not talking about a New Year’s resolution—we all know how those go! I mean anytime, starting today, even.
December 5, 2012 |
UNC-Chapel Hill Rises to 9th in Federal R&D Expenditures
September 4, 2012 |
# 2 Metro for Prime Workforce Growth (Durham-Chapel Hill MSA)
June 29, 2012 |
# 14 Best Places for Business and Careers (Durham)
June 27, 2012 |
Region’s Vibrant Entrepreneurial Environment Boosts Jobs and Investment
February 23, 2012 |