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Around the Region: Nokian Tyres

In 2019, Finland-based tire manufacturer Nokian Tyres opened its first North American Plant in Rhea County, thanks in part to the influence of the Greater Chattanooga Economic Partnership (GCEP). Wes Boling, Senior Manager of Communications, Nokian Tyres, explains that the

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Chattanooga Launches Gig City Goes Quantum

Chattanooga has launched a new initiative, “Gig City Goes Quantum,” to prepare for education, jobs, and business opportunities in the emerging quantum technology sector. The announcement was made by Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly during a recent meeting of the Quantum

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Nokian Tyres Announce $174 Million Expansion

Finland-based tire manufacturer, Nokian Tyres, recently announced plans to invest $174.1 million toward expanding operations in Dayton, Tennessee. The new expansion comes in the form of a 350,000-square-foot tire warehouse which will create 75 new jobs, increasing the total number

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iFixit Warehouse Plan Wins Approval

Recently, iFixit received approval for the modification plan of its new location. The company is now on track to begin renovations for a warehouse located in Onion Bottom Station. Once complete, the facility will house iFixit’s distribution and back-office operations,

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