USA and Canada

The US private sector homeland security market is forecast to rise to over $11 billion by 2014, according to research by Homeland Security Research Corporation.

In its report US Private Sector Homeland Security Market - 2010-2014, the organization predicts that the US private sector HLS market will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 9.1 percent from $7.7 billion in 2010 to $11.2 billion by 2014.

With today’s economy affecting corporations all over the world, most firms are trying to use their resources wisely. Rob Harris investigates one company that has incorporated a strategy that has taken it to the next level.

Foster Farms Dairy, the largest privately owned dairy operation in California, has made another strategic move into organic products, as Alan Swaby learns.

Ontario-based Hitachi Construction Truck Manufacturing has a strong customer base in mega mining trucks around the world but receives surprisingly little recognition in Canada. Executive VP Bruce Murray explains to Gay Sutton how the company is preparing to raise its profile in the North American market.

Federal stimulus funding for infrastructure is changing the construction industry as more public and private entities opt for design-builds, David Hendricks learns from Tutor Perini Civil Group’s CEO, Jack Frost.

The race is on to find alternative energy sources that are economical and green. WaterFurnace International vice president Bob Brown explains to Andrew Pelis how one very natural source is fueling the company’s growth.

Any way you look at it, the current climate, both economically and ecologically speaking, has put extra pressure on every household and business. Soaring energy bills and the need to be environmentally aware have changed the approach each of us takes to our everyday lifestyle.

Dynasty Metals & Mining Inc. has delivered its first shipment of gold dore from its Zaruma Gold Project in Ecuador to a refinery in Canada.

Dynasty Metals & Mining Inc. is a Canadian based mining company involved in the exploration and development of mineral properties in Ecuador.

The delivery contains approximately 2,400 troy ounces ("ounces") of fine gold, with an approximate value of US$3 million.

Mark Twain described synergy as “the bonus that is achieved when things work together harmoniously.” Rob Harris reports on a project in Gwinnett County, Georgia, where an exceptional team has come together and achieved some remarkable results.

Growth can come from expensive acquisitions, or as with Air Industries Machining, it can come organically by making the business ready for new opportunities when they arise, Alan Swaby learns.

L.B. Foster Company has a long history as a key provider of materials to the rail, construction, energy and utility industries. Keith Regan learns how a lean journey that began several years ago is paying dividends even amid an economic slowdown.