Methode Electronics relocated its corporate headquarters to the Detroit Region as part of a strategic effort to be closer to customers and the heart of the automotive industry. Led by DRP, the project highlighted the region’s robust mobility ecosystem, technical talent, and business advantages, creating a strong foundation for the company’s continued growth.

Ricardo, a global engineering and manufacturing company headquartered in the United Kingdom, chose to expand its Detroit Region operations to support the development and production of high-performance engine technology. The company built on its more than 35-year presence in Southeast Michigan, citing the region’s automotive ecosystem, technical expertise, and talent base as key advantages for continued growth.

SAPA Transmission, a leader in defense mobility and transmission technology, selected the Detroit Region for a major manufacturing expansion that will support next-generation combat vehicle programs and long-term Army modernization efforts. The company was drawn to the region’s deep defense manufacturing capabilities, resulting in a $163 million investment and the creation of at least 328 new jobs.

AJG Aerospace strengthened its manufacturing footprint in the Detroit Region to support growing demand across the space, defense, and commercial aviation industries. The company identified the region’s skilled talent pool as a major advantage, noting that access to qualified workers played an important role in both its $33 million investment and long-term trajectory.

Germany’s EcoG, a software company driving innovation in the EV charging space, selected the Detroit Region to support its next stage of North American growth. Backed in part by a $1.5 million performance-based grant, the company benefited from the region’s globally recognized mobility ecosystem, industry expertise, and skilled workforce, creating a strong foundation for future expansion.

Wisconsin-based Mayville Engineering chose the Detroit Region as a strategic location for its new growth strategy, attracted by world-class manufacturing talent and advanced industrial capabilities. The region’s comprehensive manufacturing ecosystem supported the leading U.S. fabricator’s $52 million expansion, resulting in 365 new jobs created.

Quebec-based FLO, the electric vehicle charging brand of AddÉnergie, selected the Detroit Region for a new manufacturing facility serving residential, multi-residential, and public charging markets. The project enhanced the company’s ability to meet growing demand for EV infrastructure, with production expected to reach 250,000 chargers annually by 2028 and support approximately 730 jobs throughout the regional economy.

Lucid Motors expanded its presence in the Detroit Region with a new engineering and R&D hub, taking advantage of the region’s high concentration of engineering talent. The California-based company’s new facility included 30,000 square feet of office space and 75,000 square feet of laboratory space, providing a base for teams working on the development and production of the Lucid Gravity SUV and future vehicle programs.

Laepple Automotive US, a subsidiary of the Germany-based Tier 1 automotive supplier, expanded its international footprint by establishing its U.S. headquarters and production operations in Detroit. As a supplier of replacement body components for the North American market, the company’s $93 million investment lays the foundation for future growth and manufacturing operations in the region.

France-based Expleo established its first North American research and development hub, reinforcing the Detroit Region’s position as a global center for mobility innovation. The facility enabled the company to deliver advanced engineering and digital transformation services to OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, supporting the growing shift toward software-defined vehicles and connected mobility solutions.

American Rheinmetall, the US subsidiary of the German giant, reinforced its commitment to the Detroit Region through a local acquisition and $950 million investment, adding a significant advanced manufacturing operation to its North American portfolio. The investment expanded production capacity for current and future defense programs and retained approximately 1,000 skilled employees.