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Posted On Friday, January 31, 2025 by Vince Antoine

Michigan

Industrial SalesLeads has released its CY2024 report on planned industrial capital project spending in Michigan. The firm tracks industrial project activity across North America, including facility expansions, new plant construction, and major equipment modernization initiatives. The research team identified 217 new industrial projects in Michigan for 2024, spanning manufacturing, processing, distribution, and energy-intensive facilities.

The following are selected highlights on recent Michigan industrial construction activity and manufacturing capital projects.

Michigan Industrial Construction Highlights

Planned Industrial Construction in Michigan by Project Type

  • Manufacturing facilities – 95 new projects
  • Processing facilities – 36 new projects
  • Distribution and industrial warehouse – 82 new projects
  • Power / Energy / Oil and Gas – 3 new projects
  • Laboratory facilities – 13 new projects

Planned Industrial Construction in Michigan by Scope or Activity

  • New construction – 95 new projects
  • Expansion – 67 new projects
  • Renovations / equipment upgrades – 76 new projects
  • Relocations – 28 new projects
  • Plant closings – 9 new projects

Q: What counts as a “planned” industrial project in this report?
A: “Planned” projects are those that have been announced, budgeted, and confirmed by Industrial SalesLeads’ research team—but are not yet in the physical build stage. This includes new construction, expansions, relocations, and major modernization or upgrade initiatives.

Opportunities by Equipment Need

  • Air emissions control equipment – 111 projects
  • Compressed air systems – 194 projects
  • Control systems and instrumentation – 116 projects
  • Conveyors – 124 projects
  • Floor coatings – 143 projects
  • Material handling and storage equipment – 152 projects
  • Mechanical construction – 182 projects
  • Packaging equipment – 95 projects
  • Process equipment – 29 projects
  • Tanks / vessels – 19 projects

Glossary: Capital Project – A major, long-term investment in facilities, infrastructure, or production capacity that significantly changes an organization’s industrial footprint or capabilities.

Largest Planned Industrial Construction Projects in Michigan

During 2024, the research team identified 25 industrial construction projects in Michigan valued at $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., which plans to invest $470 million for renovation and equipment upgrades at its manufacturing facility in Dearborn, MI, pending approvals. The company is also considering an additional $2 billion investment to repurpose the same plant in Dearborn, MI.

Q: What’s considered a “major” project in this report?
A: Industrial SalesLeads classifies a project as “major” when the total investment exceeds $100 million in construction, equipment, or expansion value.

Top 10 Tracked Industrial Projects in Michigan

Evart, MIA potash producer is planning to invest $1.2 billion in the construction of a new processing facility in Evart, MI. The project is currently seeking approval.

Richland Township, MI
A specialty glass and ceramic products manufacturer plans to invest $900 million in a solar component manufacturing facility in Richland Township, MI. Completion is slated for 2028.

Lansing, MI
An automotive manufacturer plans to invest $500 million for renovation and equipment upgrades at their manufacturing facility at 920 Townsend St. in Lansing, MI.

Calhoun County, MI
A renewable energy company is planning to invest $453 million in the construction of a solar farm in Calhoun County, MI. Completion is slated for 2026.

Plymouth Charter Township, MI
A hydrogen technology company plans to invest $400 million in the construction of a new processing facility in Plymouth Charter Township, MI.

Marquette County, MI
A mineral mining company is planning to invest $398 million in renovation and equipment upgrades at its mine and processing facilities in Marquette County, MI.

Hemlock, MI
A semiconductor manufacturer plans to invest $325 million in the construction of a new manufacturing facility on its existing campus in Hemlock, MI. The project is currently seeking approval.

Filer City, MI
An energy project development company plans to invest $300 million to repurpose an existing coal plant into a sustainable biomass fuel facility at 700 Mee St. in Filer City, MI.

Redford Township, MI
A truck component manufacturer plans to invest $285 million in the expansion and equipment upgrades of its manufacturing facility in Redford Township, MI. The project is currently seeking approval, with construction expected to begin in early 2025.

Auburn Hills, MI
An automotive component manufacturer plans to invest $278 million in the construction of a new 713,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, MI. Completion is slated for late 2025.

Glossary: Modernization Project – A capital project that upgrades legacy production lines, automation, or supporting infrastructure to current standards for safety, compliance, efficiency, or capacity—without necessarily building a brand-new facility.

About Industrial SalesLeads

Since 1959, Industrial SalesLeads has been a leader in industrial project intelligence and outsourced lead generation for sales and marketing teams. The company identifies timely insights on organizations planning major capital investments such as new construction, expansion, relocation, equipment modernization, and plant closings in industrial facilities.

Q: How can sales teams use this Michigan industrial project data?
A: Industrial SalesLeads’ project intelligence helps sales teams identify decision-makers early in the planning cycle, prioritize high-value opportunities, and align outreach with upcoming bids, expansions, and modernization schedules.

Our Industrial Market Intelligence identifies companies planning significant capital investments so your pipeline stays filled with active, qualified opportunities. The Outsourced Lead Generation services act as an extension of your sales team, driving growth through scheduled meetings and appointments with key industrial decision-makers. Visit us at salesleadsinc.com.

Each month, our team delivers hundreds of industrial project reports across a wide range of sectors, including:

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