Press Releases - 2019

Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Business expansions in several industries bring new investment, jobs to Michigan

Three business expansions around state to generate $10.4 million in private investment, create 117 jobs

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Monday, October 28, 2019

MEDC welcomes Forbes 30 Under 30 to Michigan

Forbes white paper released highlighting future of mobility and Michigan’s leadership next generation transportation

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Friday, October 25, 2019

Aquest Machining expanding in Greenville

Project to generate capital investment of $1.3 million, create 12 jobs

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Mixed-use community revitalization project to be constructed in Ferndale with Michigan Strategic Fund support

New construction project in downtown Ferndale will generate $29.4 million in total investment, create 190 full-time equivalent jobs | Other MSF-approved community development projects around state bring new investment, vibrancy to Michigan downtowns

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Governor Whitmer announces providers selected for NAIAS 2020 Michigan Mobility Challenge

Mobility Challenge Brings Automated Vehicle Technology to Life During NAIAS 2020

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Monday, October 21, 2019

Michigan showcases global leadership in mobility at ITS World Congress

In partnership with MDOT, MEDC/PlanetM heads to ITS World Congress in Singapore to tout Michigan’s mobility ecosystem, business climate

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Friday, October 18, 2019

THIS JUST IN: MEDC recognized with five IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Awards

IEDC honors state’s excellence in economic development efforts, looks ahead to bright future

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Thursday, October 10, 2019

Export assistance funds available for Michigan’s small businesses

MEDC receives largest STEP award in the nation for third consecutive year

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Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Business expansion projects around the state attract more than $25M in investment, create 324 new jobs

Expansions represent a range of industries, including IT, aerospace and manufacturing

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Monday, October 7, 2019

Nine Michigan Main Street communities receiving more than $260,000 in grants for local businesses

Funds will support 11 small businesses in communities around the state

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