Corridor Business Journal - Cedar Rapids / Iowa City
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BAE Systems dedicates new Cedar Rapids facility, touts ‘long-term ...
WEBNov 1, 2022 · The completion of BAE Systems’ new $139 million manufacturing facility in southwest Cedar Rapids represents the first phase of the company’s economic investment in the Corridor and its residents, officials said Tuesday, Nov. 1 at a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony. “Today, we celebrate our investment in this new facility, which is ...
CBJ Newsmakers: The rise and fall of Moxie Solar
WEBDec 26, 2023 · Patricia Davis Prichard, of North Carolina, is one of those customers owed thousands of dollars. Ms. Prichard and her husband entered into a $69,000 contract with Moxie in early 2021. In a February CBJ article written by Noah Tong, Ms. Davis Prichard stated she had called Moxie’s North Carolina service line for two years with no luck, and ...
Heartland Express acquires Smith Transport Inc. - Corridor …
WEBJune 13, 2022. North Liberty-based Heartland Express, Inc., has acquired 100% of the equity of dry van truckload carrier Smith Transport, Inc., Heartland officials recently announced. “We are proud to welcome the Smith people, customers and brand to the Heartland Express family. We are extremely happy to bring aboard a company with a rich ...
Collins Aerospace looks to cut costs; ‘minor workforce reductions’ …
WEBSep 12, 2023 · Collins Aerospace is moving to cut costs in the face of financial headwinds buffeting the industry, company officials confirmed Tuesday. While not announcing specific job cuts, various media reports have indicated Collins Aerospace is pursuing a company-wide “minor workforce reduction.”. “Collins Aerospace is implementing actions to align ...
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WEBSt. Luke’s Hospital introduces newborn hearing screenings with advanced equipment, thanks to $25,000 grant. UnityPoint Health–St. Luke’s Hospital will screen newborns for hearing loss using new equipment funded by a $25,501.45 grant from Variety–the Children’s Charity. According to a...
Spotix makes Inc. list of Midwest’s fastest-growing private …
WEBApril 7, 2022. Spotix provides premium hearth, fire feature and outdoor cooking products. With a two-year revenue growth of 97%, North Liberty-based Spotix is No.107 on Inc. magazine’s third annual Inc. 5000 Regionals Midwest list, ranking the fastest-growing private companies based in 12 Midwest states. Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise ...
IEDA gives final approval for Sub-Zero facility - Corridor Business …
WEBJun 17, 2022 · The Iowa Economic Development Authority unanimously approved Sub-Zero Group Inc.’s financial incentive package June 17, clearing the way for the kitchen appliance company to construct a $140.6 million manufacturing facility in southwest Cedar Rapids. “So many people are involved in an effort like this,” said Doug Neumann, executive ...
Long John Silver’s in Cedar Rapids set to reopen later this summer
WEBJul 11, 2024 · The Cedar Rapids Long John Silver’s restaurant is set to reopen later this summer, company officials have confirmed. The quick-serve seafood restaurant, at 2630 Williams Blvd. SW, known for its fried fish and hush puppies, has been closed since it sustained extensive damage in a fire Dec. 12, 2023, according to a KCRG-TV9 report. Several social media posts speculated that the restaurant ...
Rantizo announces $6 million expansion of Series A funding
WEBOct 4, 2023 · Innovation; News; Small Business; Rantizo announces $6 million expansion of Series A funding. Latest round will enable scaling of nationwide network for spray drone services in agriculture