Company Statements · Local Business
Caterpillar plans about $1 billion for Sanford manufacturing
Caterpillar intends to invest approximately $1 billion in a Sanford facility; opening and employment details remain undisclosed.
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Making Room for Furniture to Return to Use
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Fitting More Laundry Services into the Working Day
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Planning for Later Accommodation Bookings
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Making Space for Smaller Bouquets
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What a Library of Things Can Measure
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Planning the Visitor Experience in an Art Studio
Clear material choices, guidance and collection arrangements connect a creative session with the personal work each visitor takes home.
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Agreeing the Work at a Clothing Alterations Shop
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Introducing Visitors to a Cycling City
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Ministry of Awe prepares to open in Philadelphia on 14th March, bringing artworks and live interaction into a former bank with contributions from local artists.
Whole Foods Market has set a September opening for downtown San Diego, adding a grocery destination to a larger redevelopment and support for local food rescue.
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