LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced two business expansion projects across Michigan creating $27,750,000 in capital investment and 164 good-paying jobs, furthering small business expansions in Michigan. CRP Automotive in Pittsfield is announcing their expansion to support the growing demand for advanced remanufactured automotive service parts. In Macomb, CQT Weapon Systems is expanding its advanced defense manufacturing and training operations to address increasing domestic and international demand.
“Michigan is on the move and open for business, competing for and winning big projects in next-generation industries like defense and auto manufacturing,” said Governor Whitmer. “Today’s announcement will create 164 new good-paying jobs and help cement Michigan as the best place to chase the next big idea. Let’s keep working together to show the world that Michigan is the best place to build the future.”
“The automotive and defense industries are two vital drivers to Michigan’s overall economy. Today’s announcement expands on the state’s legacy in these industries and creates good-paying jobs,” Matt McCauley, Senior Vice President of Regional Development at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. “We applaud CRP Automotive and CQT Weapon Systems for their ongoing commitment to Michigan and continued successes.”…