West Virginia Auto Parts Firm Joins Trade Zone Club
Published Date: 1/31/2025
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Premium Guard, Inc. in Weirton, West Virginia just got the green light to become a special subzone under Foreign-Trade Zone 240. This means they can enjoy some cool trade benefits while staying within the area's size limits. The approval happened on January 28, 2025, and it could help boost local business without extra costs right now.
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