Newlab at Michigan Central: The Story of Revitalization and Transformation in Detroit’s Technology Hub

Newlab at Michigan Central, located in Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood next to the Ford train station, opened its doors in April 2023. This facility represents the story of revitalization and transformation taking place in Detroit. It was constructed from a crumbling book depository and is now home to 90 startups spanning various industries, such as EV off-road vehicles and smart wheels designed for warehouse logistics streamlining.

In an interview with One Detroit Producer Will Glover, Newlab’s CEO, Cameron Lawrence, emphasizes that the facility assists entrepreneurs in reducing the development cycle time of their products. Lawrence discusses the efforts being made to establish Detroit as a hub for technology and innovation.

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Newlab is playing a vital role in transforming the city of Detroit by providing entrepreneurs with a platform to develop their innovative ideas into marketable products quickly and efficiently. With its state-of-the-art facilities and resources, this facility has become a hub for technology and innovation in the heart of the city.

Lawrence emphasizes that Newlab is not just about building products but also about creating jobs and driving economic growth in the region. He believes that by establishing Detroit as a hub for technology and innovation