Perfectly positioned between Detroit and Ann Arbor, Van Buren Township is quickly becoming one of southeast Michigan’s most desired locations for major technical hubs and thriving start-ups, according to the Detroit Region Aerotropolis.
In case you’re wondering why exactly that is, or how this came to be, read on -- the Detroit Region Aerotropolis Development Corporation, if you’re unfamiliar, is a four-community, two-county public-private economic development partnership driving corporate expansion and new investment around Detroit Metro and Willow Run Airports.
The team at Aerotropolis wants you to know the following about Van Buren Township:
1. The access is unparalleled.
We’re talking about access to two world-class airports, three major interstates and five Class-A rail lines.
Van Buren Township is your gateway to high-tech centers in North America and across the globe, the group said.
2. The Ecorse Road Corridor changed everything.
The corridor has placed the township on the cutting edge of next-generation vehicle automation and state-of-the-art warehouse/distribution and manufacturing facilities, according to the Aerotropolis.
This highly sought-after corridor is anchored on the east end by the Crossroads Distribution Centers and the Grace Lake Corporate Center and on the west end by the American Center for Mobility and the Subaru Technical Center. Providing facilities that meet the needs of today’s sophisticated logistics industry to the ability to test the validity of connected and autonomous vehicle and mobility technologies; the Ecorse Road Corridor has it all, the group said.
3. This key partnership is a game-changer.
The community’s healthy economy is further bolstered through a partnership with the Detroit Region Aerotropolis, according to the group.
This collaboration fosters even more public-private development partnerships that result in integrated offerings of facilities, amenities and services for conducting business on a global scale.
4. Van Buren Township offers quality buildings and land.
Whether you’re looking for an as-built or ready-to-build site, the Van Buren Township Developmental Services team is ready to assist with new projects.
According to Aerotropolis, by collaborating with the MEDC and Wayne County Jobs & Economic Development, the township is able to provide prospective developers with the tools, incentives and resources for a successful project.
5. Van Buren Township offers an excellent work-life balance.
With suburban amenities, rural character, an all-sports lake and multiple trail systems, Van Buren Township provides ample opportunities for a year-round active lifestyle.
The downtown business district is dotted with a variety of gathering places to enjoy delicious food, history, art, entertainment and more.
With the groundbreaking on a new Community Center scheduled in 2022, Van Buren Township confirms its commitment to providing a diverse offering of recreation and senior center programming. Just one more reason, according to Aerotropolis, why Van Buren Township is where you need to be.