The Governor’s Export Excellence Awards recognize Pennsylvania’s best exporters. It is based in part, on three years of export sales increases, new market development and the level of international business development activity. SAP&DC is pleased to honor seven winners from the past five years whose operations are located in the Southern Alleghenies Region. 

2003 Governor’s Export Excellence Award Winners (statewide) based in the Southern Alleghenies Region.

       Helsel Lumber Mill, Duncansville

       Medium Agricultural  www.helsellumber.com

       Trathen International, Inc., Everett 

       Small Agricultural  www.trathen.com

        Bonney Forge, Mt, Union         

        Large manufacturer www.bonneyforge.com/

        Burley’s Rink Supply

        Medium Manufacturer www.burleys.com

        SWR, Inc., Ebensburg

        Small Manufacturer www.swr-rf.com

        Walker Sales and Service, Johnstown

        Small Manufacturer

The Governor’s Foreign Direct Investment Awards are given to companies in Pennsylvania that create a substantial number of jobs and make significant capital investments.

2003 PA Foreign Direct Investment Award Winner

            North American Hoganas Corporation, Holsopple

Invested $70 million in Somerset and Cambria counties, yielding 241 jobs at an average of $16 per hour.

 www.hoganas.com

For a listing of all the winners statewide, click on http://www.inventpa.com/default.aspx?id=51