The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce recently recognized six of the area’s most prosperous organizations, together representing more than $120 million in Capital region investment.
At its third annual Economic Development Celebration Luncheon, the Chamber recognized the following organizations: the Capital Region International Airport; Delta Dental of Michigan; Mahle Engine Components USA Inc.; Niowave Inc.; Two Men and a Truck International Inc.; and Michigan State University's (MSU) Wharton Center.
Okemos-based Mahle is investing $18.2 million to expand its St. John's plant. Delta Dental is investing $85 million to expand its Okemos headquarters, and the Wharton Center is investing $18.5 million to expand its performance facilities.
The Capital Region International Airport was recognized for attaining status as an international port of entry by adding a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Federal Inspection Station to the facility.
Niowave, which produces equipment for atomic research, was recognized for purchasing and renovating the Walnut Street School from the Lansing School District as well as receiving a $41 million contract from Illinois-based FermiLab.
Two Men & A Truck International, a moving company that frequently stands in the national spotlight, was recognized for its many accomplishments, including growing sales to $198.2 million in 2007.
Source: Sarah Smith, Lansing Regional Chamber
Ivy Hughes, development news editor, can be reached here.
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