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The Detroit region has prime access to the global marketplace and the services to make your business successful.


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Resources

Trade Services
Get information about metro Detroit's customs brokers, foreign trade zones and warehousing service providers.

Workforce & Education
Find out about related workforce and education programs offered by the region's colleges and universities.

The Tunnel is one of the busiest border crossings between the U.S. and Canada, and overall, ranks in the top 15 crossings nationally. Annual traffic exceeds 5 million vehicles per year. Some 300 trucks pass through the tunnel every day, hauling auto parts, steel, scrap, agricultural products and aggregate. Many suppliers and manufacturers are highly dependent on the tunnel as it is the centerpiece of an integrated U.S.-Canada supply chain, as just-in-time delivery systems play a vital role in both nations' economic health.

Reports & Studies

In December 2011, the Detroit Regional Chamber completed a study that detailed the current and potential future state of freight in the region, highlighting opportunities to increase the volume of freight and identifying ways to add value for businesses.

Supply Chain Opportunity Assessment

The Detroit Regional Chamber, Michigan State University and Wayne State University partnered on a supply chain opportunity assessment. May 31, 2010.

Toward a New Frontier: Improving the U.S.-Canadian Border - Brookings Institution

Christopher Sands, Senior Fellow, Hudson Institute

Economic Impact of the Border: Detroit/Windsor
Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG), Fall 2009

Freight Transportation Systems
Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG)

The Geography of Transport Systems
Rodrigue, J-P et al. (2009) Hofstra University, Department of Global Studies & Geography

Translinked: Driving Global Connectivity
Presentation to Wayne State University by Dick Blouse, April 24, 2009

University of Toledo Intermodal Task Force - Transportation investment recommendations for the Toledo area
Joint Intermodal Task Force for Transportation and Logistics


Maps

Maps of Michigan’s Economic Characteristics
Click to see the various maps provided by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation

Maps of Air and Rail
Click to see a map of major airports and railways from the National Atlas.

Maps of Interstate Highways
Click to see a map of interstate highways from the National Atlas.

Interactive Map of Transportation Data
Click to see interactive map of transportation data from Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG). Zoom in and click on roads to obtain more information or to see street view.

Map of Regional Freight System in Southeast Michigan
SEMCOG’s map, including State truck routes, County truck routes, City of Detroit interim truck routes, year 2000 Land use (commercial/office and industrial), rail lines, rail/truck terminals, marine port facilities, airports, distribution centers, and industrial parks.


Related Articles

April 25, 2011: Dave Closs talks Supply Chain Management - Podcast from MSU Today


Beyond the Border: A Shared Vision for Perimeter Security and Economic Competitiveness: a Declaration by President Obama and Prime Minister Harper of Canada, February 4, 2011

Economic Development Growth Engine Wayne County, Michigan: Guest Blogger: Detroit Logistics by Melissa Roy, December 17, 2010

MSU Broad faculty, Detroit Chamber create SE Michigan supply chain hub blueprint, August 29, 2010