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In the News: Annual Event Recap

Apr 05, 2018

Media Coverage 6,000 Acres Make up Aerotropolis as Amazon Readies Distribution Center Source: Fox 2 Detroit Aerotropolis Push Attracts Firms, Jobs Near Detroit Source: The Detroit News Metro Airport Aerotropolis: Vision for Transit Hub Finds New Life Source: Detroit Free Press

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Aerotropolis Article: Enhancements to Metro Airport Attract Businesses and Passengers to the Region

Apr 03, 2018

Many metro Detroiters view the airport as a way to get from one place to another, but it is also a major economic development influence in our community. There are two airports in the Detroit Aerotropolis Region: Detroit Metropolitan Airport in Romulus and Willow Run Airport in Ypsilanti. Both airports are operated by the Wayne

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Latest News: 2017 Annual Report

Mar 23, 2018

The Detroit Region Aerotropolis has released its 2017 annual report. View and/or download the pdf.

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Aerotropolis Article: How Mass Transit Can Boost the Economy in our Region

Mar 01, 2018

Businesses want to locate where there is access to a large pool of qualified workers. Meanwhile, most workers prefer to live within a reasonable commute from their jobs. As we consider economic development opportunities in our region, we are presented with a classic chicken and egg situation. Do workers relocate to where the jobs are

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Aerotropolis Article: Romulus Poised for Growth with New Amazon Development

Feb 02, 2018

The city of Romulus made headlines when Amazon announced its intention to invest $140 million to build a fulfillment center in the city. The robotics site is one of three Amazon fulfillment centers to be located in Michigan. The new facility broke ground in July 2017 and is expected to open in the fall of

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Latest News: Robert Luce Talks Economic Development with Guy Gordon

Jan 31, 2018

Robert Luce, Executive Director of the Detroit Region Aerotropolis Development Corporation, joins Guy Gordon to discuss the major developments happening in the region. Listen to the full interview here.

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Aerotropolis Article: What Potential NAFTA Changes Could Mean for Our Region

Jan 09, 2018

If you follow auto industry news, there is one topic that seems to be top-of-mind for automakers, suppliers and industry experts these days. The NAFTA negotiations have dominated headlines recently, as U.S. negotiators take a hard line position compared to previous discussions. There is concern that negotiations could break down entirely, ultimately ending a free

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Latest News: Site Selection Magazine January 2018

Jan 05, 2018

For the full Site Selection Magazine January 2018 Digital Edition, click here.

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AEROTROPOLIS QUARTERLY REPORT: Q4 2017

Dec 21, 2017

In this issue: Director's Update Major Investment Announcements in 2017 Partner Spotlight Aerotropolis LDFA Business Development Activity New Site Search Feature Online Featured Property: Aero-26 DOWNLOAD

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Latest News: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Business expansion, community revitalization project gain Michigan Strategic Fund approval

Nov 30, 2017

LANSING, Mich. – Projects expected to generate more than $113 million in total investment and create 330 jobs in Southeast Michigan gained approval from the Michigan Strategic Fund, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced today. “The Michigan Strategic Fund continues to help fuel new economic activity that strengthens and builds our communities while creating good