Press Releases - July 2013

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Three companies to invest $86 million, add 600 jobs in Michigan

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of Michigan Business Development Program incentives to three companies planning expansions in the state.

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Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Register now for Fall 2013 session of Michigan Shifting Gears

Michigan Shifting Gears, an intensive career transition initiative sponsored by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, kicks off a new three-month session on Tuesday, September 24.

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Thursday, July 25, 2013

Carter Oosterhouse named grand marshal for Pure Michigan 400

Lucky fan will wave the green flag as honorary starter

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Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Snyder: $767 million in new investments expected to create nearly 5,000 jobs

The Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) today approved state support for three economic development projects in Detroit, Lansing and St. Joseph that are projected to generate more than $767 million in new investment and create nearly 5,000 jobs.

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Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Snyder: Detroit arena/entertainment project expected to create 4,380 construction jobs and help revitalize city

Gov. Rick Snyder today announced key Michigan Strategic Fund actions to support construction of a new Detroit events center and entertainment district, a project expected to create 4,380 construction jobs and help revitalize the city.

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Monday, July 22, 2013

German automotive company awards contract to Michigan supplier

DEUTZ Corporation, the largest independent diesel engine manufacturer in the world, has awarded a $16 million contract to a Farmington Hills-based automotive supplier through the Pure Michigan Business Connect program

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Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Bestseller Approved for Michigan Film Incentives

The Michigan Film Office announced today the feature film Bestseller has been approved for a film incentive from the state.

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Wednesday, July 10, 2013

ZYNP International investing $9.5 million, adding 51 jobs in Romulus

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of a $350,000 Michigan Business Development Program incentive for ZYNP International Corporation to expand its operations and add a new R&D center

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