Flir Systems lays off 100 workers
Flir Systems Inc. laid off nearly 100 workers this week, including 40 at its Wilsonville operations, blaming uncertainty surrounding the federal budget.
EcoSpeed helps velomobile riders make cross-country trip
Portland-based EcoSpeed gave a boost to velomobile riders making the trip from Portland to Washington, D.C. over a period of 30 days.
Columbia Sportswear reports loss
Columbia Sportswear Co. recorded a loss of $13.6 million in its second quarter, compared to a loss of $10.6 million for the same period in 2010.
Portland company specializes in hula hoops
A Southwest Portland company is cashing in on the revival in popularity of hula hoops as an adult exercise and dance accessory device.
Potiowsky steps down
Oregon state economist Tom Potiowsky is stepping down to return to Portland State University as chair of the Department of Economics.
Portland audit warns of funding problems
A Portland city audit reveals that debt and increasing infrastructure costs threaten the city’s ability to provide basic services in the future.
ClearEdge Power raises $13.5M
Hillsboro-based fuel cell manufacturer ClearEdge Power Inc. has raised $13.5 million in equity capital.
Wiederhorn cuts ties to Portland
Controversial executive Andy Wiederhorn put his West Hills mansion, known as The Ivy, on the market for $5.7 million.
TriQuint misses sales targets
Hillsboro-based TriQuint Semiconductor reported slow growth for its second quarter.
Facebook confirms second Prineville data center
Facebook will begin construction on a second data center building in Prineville beginning in October.