defense industry

The Future of the Republican Party
May 29, 2025Michigan Speaker of the House Matt Hall and [] discuss [] and [] in a fireside chat during the 2025…

Michigan’s Role in America’s Defense
May 29, 2025Experts in the Defense industry explored how Michigan can build on its long, proud legacy as the "arsenal of democracy"…

Majestic: The Importance of the New Selfridge Mission
May 2, 2025Manager of Government Relations Adam Majestic shares how the new fighter mission for Selfridge provides economic certainty for the Detroit…

AI-Powered Defense
December 23, 2024The U.S. Army is testing AI technology and robotics and integrating it with ground and aerial vehicles to enhance maneuver,…

Defense Contractors Face New Federal Cybersecurity Requirements — or Risk Losing Work
November 7, 2024Manufacturing defense contractors will be required to meet new cybersecurity standards within the next year for their operations to maintain…

LIFT and Department of Defense Launch Advanced Materials Challenge
October 22, 2024LIFT and the Department of Defense recently announced the launch of the 2024 Advanced Materials Challenge. Learn more.

Drones the Lure to Get More Young People Interested in Aerospace Jobs in Michigan
September 9, 2024More effort is being put forth by leaders across the Detroit Region and state to grow Michigan's defense and aerospace…

Detroit Arsenal Celebrates Women’s Equality Day 2024
September 5, 2024Aug. 26 is Women’s Equality Day, and to celebrate, the Detroit Arsenal hosted an empowering conversation with women leaders to…

Michigan Announces First Infrastructure for Innovation Agreement to Spur Entrepreneurial Prowess by Leveraging Michigan’s National Guard Resources
August 1, 2024Photo credit: Michigan National Guard Michigan launched its first "Infrastructure for Innovation" agreement between the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)…

Chamber Statement on New Office of Defense and Aerospace Innovation
April 22, 2024Today, the State of Michigan announced the formation of the Office of Defense and Aerospace Innovation. Read the Chamber perspective…

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