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APRIL/MAY 2016 73 $115 Million Invested 115 Jobs "Advanced manufacturing remains one of Georgia's strongest sectors. By taking advantage of Quick Start, the nation's No. 1 workforce training program, as well as having direct access to skilled, ready-to-work individuals and a thriving business network, it's clear that Georgia is the right spot for FQPS' newest operations. I am confident they will find success in Macon." Chris Carr, Georgia Department of Economic Development Commissioner Courier Express has leased 42,600 square feet in Allied Industrial Park to provide courier delivery services, freight, LTL, warehousing, logistics, medical and pharmaceutical delivery. They will maintain their workforce of 15 employees. Courier Express was founded in 1985 in Atlanta, GA, with a focus on providing timely, dependable courier service. Operating in 40+ cities across the US, Courier Express is one of the largest courier companies in the nation. $81.7 Million Invested 200 Jobs "Boeing's choice to manufacture these vital pieces of equipment at their Macon-Bibb County facility is further indication that Georgia is home to a highly-skilled workforce and a world-class infrastructure." Governor Nathan Deal $3.5 Million Invested 38 Jobs Retained Chem-Aqua announced the expansion and relocation of their Macon-based water treatment company to the Rooker building on Joe Tamplin Industrial Blvd located in Ocmulgee East Industrial Park. The company will lease 44,000 square feet of the Rooker building and plans to invest $3.5 million and retain 38 jobs. Chem-Aqua, formally known as Anderson Chemical, was founded in Macon in 1946. $200.2 Million invested 368 jobs 41 project visits 34 projects opened