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As the gateway to West Michigan, the Gerald R. Ford International Airport serves as the first impression and last glimpse as residents and visitors travel to and from our community. Here are just a few ways Elevate is already making news in West Michigan. For additional news on the airport, visit the Press Release page.

Elevate Contractor Profiles: Legacy Steel

Elevate Contractor Profiles: Legacy Steel

Jan 12, 2023
A special thank you to Legacy Steel. Taking West Michigan to new heights involves many hands at work, including 34 local contractors. The Gerald R. Ford International Airport prides itself on its collaborative nature and deep-rooted connection with the community. We’ve interviewed several of these local businesses to hear their fun facts, statistics, and favorite parts of working at the Airport.
Elevate Contractor Profiles: Bouma Corporation

Elevate Contractor Profiles: Bouma Corporation

Jan 12, 2023
We’ve interviewed several of the local businesses working on the Elevate capital expansion program to hear their fun facts, statistics, and favorite parts of working at the Airport. A special thanks to the Bouma Corporation.
Elevate Contractor Profiles: Vos Glass

Elevate Contractor Profiles: Vos Glass

Jan 12, 2023
Taking West Michigan to new heights involves many hands at work, including 34 local contractors. The Gerald R. Ford International Airport prides itself on its collaborative nature and deep-rooted connection with the community. We’ve interviewed several of these local businesses to hear their fun facts, statistics, and favorite parts of working at the Airport. A special thanks to Vos Glass.
Elevate Contractor Profiles: The Christman Company

Elevate Contractor Profiles: The Christman Company

Jan 12, 2023
Taking West Michigan to new heights involves many hands at work, including 34 local contractors. The Gerald R. Ford International Airport prides itself on its collaborative nature and deep-rooted connection with the community. We’ve interviewed several of these local businesses to hear their fun facts, statistics, and favorite parts of working at the Airport. A special thanks to The Christman Company.
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West Michigan Artists Invited to Submit Proposals for Aerial Art Installation at Ford International Airport

Dec 7, 2022
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is requesting proposals for a permanent hanging art installation to be displayed in the newly expanded Concourse A. Located above the four terrazzo flooring art installations, the suspended art will be intentionally visible from many angles, creating a sense of circulation. The piece will be enhanced by a clerestory space, allowing natural daylight to intensify its features.
Ford International Airport Announces New Opportunities for Local Artists

Ford International Airport Announces New Opportunities for Local Artists

Sep 13, 2022
Calling all West Michigan artists: The Gerald R. Ford International Airport will be seeking submissions for original art installations to showcase in its $110 million Concourse A expansion.