< PreviousINFRASTRUCTURE & CONNECTIVITY W ith a location that places 180 million people within a 10-hour drive, the Detroit Region has emerged as a logistical powerhouse. A top- tier warehousing hub, Detroit ranks third in the nation for the fastest-growing talent in warehousing, with a 208% increase from 2018 to 2022. Additionally, it holds the fourth position as the best distribution hub in the country. The Detroit Region boasts a robust transportation network, including more than 15 airports and 2,100 miles of highways and interstates connecting to national and international destinations. With seven cargo ports, including one of the nation’s largest steel handling ports, and substantial investments totaling over $115 million in port infrastructure, the region solidifi es its position as a key player in maritime trade. The Gordie Howe Bridge is set to open in 2025. This new international border crossing is a collaboration between the State of Michigan and the Ontario, Canada government. In addition to facilitating trade traffi c, the bridge will feature a multi-use path for pedestrians and cyclists. Credit: Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority and the Gordie Howe International Bridge project DETROIT REGION TALENT & INVESTMENT GUIDE SITE SELECTION JANUARY 2025 177 ACCESS KEY MARKETS FROM THE DETROIT REGION DETROIT METRO AIRPORT DTW off ers 114 Domestic and 26 International nonstop fl ights daily. • Ranked the #1U.S.Airport for Customer Satisfaction in 2023 by J.D. Power. • Ranked SecondNationally&FourthGlobally Best Airport for On-Time Flights, Cirium 2022. HIGHWAY CONNECTIVITY 2,047 Miles Of Highways & Interstates • I-94 travels through Chicago, IL to Seattle, WA and intentionally to Toronto, Canada. • I-75 connects the upper peninsula of Michigan to Canada all the way to southern Florida. Detroit Region sits on the 2nd busiest North American border crossing. DETROIT REGION TALENT & INVESTMENT GUIDE178 JANUARY 2025 SITE SELECTION EXPLORE VERIFIED INDUSTRIAL SITES VIP by DRP vipbydrp.com T he Detroit Region’s robust real estate market off ers a wide range of buildings, land, and expert development partners to support industrial growth. Whether establishing a sales and warehouse operation or building a custom manufacturing facility, the region provides the resources and infrastructure to meet diverse business needs. Detroit is the 8th largest industrial real estate market in the U.S., boasting 600 million square feet of occupied industrial space. A combination of local and national developers continuously bring new industrial space to market, with more than 3.7 million square feet currently under construction. The region is also home to several leading industrial engineering, construction, and development partners, each with nearly a century of experience delivering innovative, on-time, and budget-friendly solutions for manufacturing and logistics clients locally and globally. To further streamline expansion eff orts, the Detroit Regional Partnership’s Verifi ed Industrial Properties program (VIP by DRP) brings these resources to the forefront. This program accelerates site selection and helps companies quickly secure a location. The VIP by DRP team proactively identifi es and assesses sites, making relevant site diligence and drone videos available through its Property Portal. Once a site is selected, VIP by DRP off ers an additional $100,000 in site diligence support to expedite site plan reviews and construction schedules. With a combination of strategic infrastructure, experienced partners, and innovative programs like VIP by DRP, the Detroit Region is the ideal destination for industrial growth and development. DETROIT REGION TALENT & INVESTMENT GUIDE8th largest industrial real estate market in the U.S. Over 57 available industrial sites - 10 acres or larger Up to $100,000 in End-User Support Nationally Recognized Industrial Sites Program DETROIT REGION TALENT & INVESTMENT GUIDE SITE SELECTION JANUARY 2025 179180 JANUARY 2025 SITE SELECTION Life at Its Best, Opportunity at Its Core C ombining vibrant and diverse nightlife with abundant recreation opportunities, from scenic waterfront parks to world-class sports and cultural attractions, the Detroit Region offers an exceptional quality of life. Affordable housing options across a variety of welcoming neighborhoods provide residents with a high standard of living without the high costs found in other major metro areas. Our dynamic region provides the perfect balance of excitement, accessibility, and community for individuals and families alike. Sports fans in the Detroit Region love the fact that they can attend professional athletic events on a year-round basis, thanks to the presence of big-league teams in all five major American sports. This includes the Detroit Tigers of Major League Baseball; the Detroit Lions of the National Football League; the Detroit Red Wings of the National Hockey League; the Detroit Pistons of the National Basketball Association; and the Detroit City Football Club of the United Soccer League. On top of that, Detroit is the only U.S. city where all four major league teams play in the downtown area. 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