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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Eccalon Plans Detroit, Michigan, Headquarters Operations

12/18/2025
Technology solutions company Eccalon plans to establish headquarters operations in Detroit, Michigan. The $25 million project is expected to create approximately 800 jobs.

The company’s new innovation and workforce development hub will provide programs including cybersecurity, underwater drone production, AI/ML research, biotech, energy solutions, and sports and entertainment broadcasting.

“Eccalon is proud to be able to bring this project to Detroit, and we look forward to helping Detroit and Michigan continue to grow,” said André Gudger, Chairman & CEO of Eccalon.

To support the project a $10 million Michigan Business Development Program (MBDP) grant has been awarded as well as a five-year State Essential Services Act exemption with an estimated value of $249,120.

“The Detroit Region continues to demonstrate what we have long known – we have the talent, energy, and momentum to attract the most forward-looking companies in the country,” noted Maureen Donohue Krauss, president and CEO of the Detroit Regional Partnership.?“Eccalon’s decision to relocate its headquarters to Detroit is another major step forward for inclusive economic growth in the region and reinforces the valuable relationships between our state?and local partners?and the Detroit Regional Partnership. We’re proud to welcome Eccalon to the Detroit Region and excited to see their growth and impact in the years ahead.”

Eccalon is a science and technology solutions provider that offers strategy, innovation, and technology services to government and industry clients, with a focus on defense, security, and emerging technologies.

“Eccalon will be a powerful addition to our community, and their decision to build in Detroit demonstrates their confidence in our future. We have what defense contractors need – world-class manufacturing DNA, a diverse talent pipeline, and partners ready to develop the workforce of tomorrow through our schools and institutions,” added Kevin Johnson, president and CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation. “The 800 high-paying jobs and deep community investments they’re bringing will positively impact Detroit’s economy.”

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