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In the News: Opportunity Washtenaw: County Officials Fuel Growth in Urban and Rural Areas with Data-Driven Tools and Strategic Plans

Jun 05, 2024

Dynamic changes in southeast Michigan have always been part of the economic terrain. As the region’s workforces shift between industrial and agricultural industries, the region’s residential patterns transform as well, mirroring the changing needs for rural and urban population centers. This is especially evident in Washtenaw County, straddling the border between the industrial center of Detroit and Wayne County, and the more agriculture-intensive counties elsewhere in Michigan.

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Latest News: 2023 Detroit Region Aerotropolis Annual Report Available

Feb 06, 2024

Whether you are an Aerotropolis partner or a company looking to expand in Southeast Michigan, we invite you to explore this report to gain a better understanding of our region and join us in celebrating the successes of 2023!

Read the Annual Report

Projects from across both peninsulas will receive support from the Strategic Site Readiness Program, prepare sites for investment. More than half of the awards will go toward site preparation on existing brownfield sites.

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In the News: Detroit Aerotropolis to Acquire 440 Acres in Van Buren Township (Ecorse and Belleville Roads)

Jan 31, 2024

Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation in announcing approval of $87.5 million in grant funding for 18 projects across the state of Michigan through the Strategic Site Readiness Program (SSRP) to support the state’s efforts to compete for and win transformative projects.

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In the News: Romulus Soars into the Future: Expanding Drone Airspace for Economic and Community Growth

Dec 04, 2023

The City of Romulus is thrilled to announce a significant advancement in aviation technology with the expansion of drone-accessible airspace near the Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). This development, made possible through changes implemented by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), marks a significant step forward for Romulus in embracing innovation, economic growth, and enhanced community life.

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Latest News: Ann Arbor Spark Mobility Summit

Oct 20, 2023

Detroit Region Aerotropolis CEO Christopher Girdwood moderates panel at Ann Arbor Spark Mobility Summit.

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In the News: Aerotropolis supports ‘You Can in Michigan’

Oct 10, 2023

Aerotropolis supports ‘You Can in Michigan’ national marketing campaign in push to boost state’s population, grow economy, attract and retain talent!

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Latest News: Romulus Business to Business Networking and Expo Event

Sep 21, 2023

Detroit Region Aerotropolis CEO Christopher Girdwood joined Romulus Mayor Robert McCraight and others at the Romulus “Beyond Boundaries: Regional Impact of Economic Development in Wayne County” event! Listen in and learn more about economic development initiatives in the City of Romulus and region.

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Latest News: Aerotropolis works with Cybernet’s advanced automation technology to safeguard airports and amplify economic activity.

Aug 15, 2023

On Aug. 24 at the American Center for Mobility (AMC), with funding support from Michigan Economic Development Commission (MEDC), Cybernet and their partners, Fortbrand Services, LLC., Detroit Region Aerotropolis Development Coalition, and Toyota Tsusho America, Inc., will demonstrate how future airports will be safer and more productive using autonomous technology they have already perfected.

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Latest News: DETROIT REGION AEROTROPOLIS ANNOUNCES FEDERAL FUNDING RECEIVED FOR PENNSYLVANIA ROAD GRADE SEPARATION.

Apr 06, 2023

Detroit Region Aerotropolis Chairman David Glaab joined Romulus Mayor Robert McCraight and the Aerotropolis Board of Directors to announce that Aerotropolis will receive $865,775 to begin preliminary geotechnical and engineering work for Pennsylvania Road grade separation.

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Latest News: Metro 94 Commerce Center Project Will Redevelop 70 Acres of Former Landfill Property in the City of Taylor

Mar 01, 2023

The Metro 94 Commerce Center Redevelopment Project will redevelop approximately 70 acres of former landfill property in the city of Taylor, including the construction of an approximately 531,500 sq. ft. multi-tenant industrial building for light manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution use.