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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Veptos Plans Imlay City, Michigan, Research-Manufacturing Operations

08/07/2025
Defense company Veptos plans to establish production operations in Imlay City, Michigan. The $19.7 million project is expected to create 420 jobs in Lapeer County.

The investment will include the construction of a 5,000-square-foot facility that will feature a Vehicle Concept R&D Center, manufacturing facility, and test track.

“This deal marks a major step forward as we kick off new military programs in support of the U.S. Department of Defense and our allies across the globe,” said Richard Najarian, Managing Director of Veptos. “The facility brings Veptos’ full production capabilities to Michigan—supporting everything from our Tactimod reset programs to next-gen defense systems, armored platforms, and hybrid propulsion tech. Michigan blew us away with its deep talent, unmatched infrastructure, and motor spirit. It’s exactly where we need to be to execute at scale and meet the unprecedented demands shaping today’s global defense landscape.”

The project is being supported by a $5 million Michigan Business Development Program (MBDP) performance-based grant approved by the Michigan Strategic Fund Board.

“This investment in the Detroit Region underscores the strength of our advanced manufacturing and defense ecosystem,” noted Maureen Donohue Krauss, president and CEO of the Detroit Regional Partnership. “Our region’s world-class talent, strategic location, and deep automotive and mobility expertise make it the ideal place for companies like Veptos to scale and deliver innovative next-generation vehicle solutions.”

Veptos specializes in modernizing military vehicles with advanced technologies that enhance performance, adaptability, and resilience.

“This investment in Lapeer County highlights the robust potential of our local economy and manufacturing heritage," added Sam Moore, Executive Director of the Lapeer Development Corporation. "With our skilled workforce, strategic Midwest location, and strong community partnerships, Lapeer County is the perfect hub for innovative companies to grow and drive cutting-edge solutions, we are proud to be a part of this collaborative effort."

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