AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoData Center Investment: Amazon confirmed AWS is behind a $264 million land purchase in West Richland, where it plans to start with three data center buildings and could eventually build 21. The project still needs city review, and AWS plans a public open house Nov. 19. Workforce: Comcast plans to cut nearly 160 jobs in Washington, while a Woodinville manufacturing plant is set to close, eliminating 103 positions. Alaska Air Group also plans to cut 200 jobs, with more than 100 in Washington, citing high fuel costs. Manufacturing Safety: Longview’s Nippon Dynawave faces a $77,800 fine after a worker nearly fell into hot pulp; the company plans to appeal. Small Business Finance: Tacoma-based Columbia Bank led Oregon and Washington in SBA 7(a) loan approvals for fiscal 2026, marking its ninth straight year at the top in Oregon. Clean Transportation: ABB will supply hybrid-electric systems for a third new Washington State Ferries vessel.
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