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When Jones Lang LaSalle, the Boston-based commercial real estate services firm, released its first quarter industrial real estate market report, several facts underscored the recovery taking place throughout the United States: sustained declines in national vacancy rates, increased absorption of existing space, rising rental prices and a surge in construction that, in the first three months of the year, stood at a five-year high.

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With the retirement of Robert Kanter as director of environmental affairs and planning, the Port of Long Beach has some big shoes to fill.
 
As companies pursue global business expansion, their supply chains become more complex and segmented. These companies are looking to expand their business and increase competitiveness by selling and distributing finished goods in new global markets, or may be diversifying their sourcing origins to minimize disruptions to their supply chains.

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The Port of Virginia is aiming to boost container traffic by capitalizing on its post-Panamax draft, tapping improved intermodal service, increasing customer service and developing distribution centers.