LANSING, Michigan, September 17, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Offices in London, Berlin to strengthen international partnerships
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Michigan is expanding its international presence with the opening of the Michigan Europe Center, promoting trade and export development between the state and European markets, Gov. Rick Snyder said.
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Snyder made the announcement while visiting the 66th Frankfurt Auto Show in Germany.
"Having a European center will help Michigan businesses by expanding and strengthening partnerships and business opportunities between our state and Europe," Snyder said. "This new venture will help promote Michigan made-products while spurring investment to enhance our engagement in the $17.6 trillion European market, creating more and better jobs here at home."
With offices in Berlin and London, the center will promote and assist export trade development. Teams of in-market specialists will assist Michigan companies with research, market entry strategy, matchmaking, regulatory issues and trade mission meeting programs. With an office in Europe, Michigan small to medium enterprises will have easier access to customers in the 28 European Union countries.
During his two-day visit to the Frankfort Auto Show, Snyder is meeting with top executives of leading automotive supply chain companies and European OEMs, delivering the message that Michigan is the premier automotive business location in North America.
Coinciding with Snyder's trip, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation is leading business leaders from 10 Michigan companies to Germany and from six companies to England to meet with prospective partners, distributors and buyers to increase export opportunities from Michigan to Europe.
German business relationships with Michigan traditionally have been strong, and state business leaders and economists say the potential growth opportunities for Michigan are substantial:
About Pure Michigan and MEDC
Pure Michigan is a brand representing business, talent and tourism initiatives across Michigan. These efforts are driven by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, which serves as the state's marketing arm and lead advocate for business growth, jobs and opportunity with a focus on helping grow Michigan's economy.
For more on the MEDC and its initiatives, visit michiganbusiness.org. For Michigan travel news, updates and information, visitmichigan.org.
CONTACTS:
Sara Wurfel or Dave Murray, Governor's Office
+1-517-335-6397
Emily Guerrant, MEDC
+1-517-862-5462
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