UMass to open aeronautical research center at Westover base in Chicopee with - masslive.com -Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council

UMass to open aeronautical research center at Westover base in Chicopee with

masslive.com Dec 19 2014 Aerospace/Defense

Westover Airport and Westover Air Reserve Base got a big boost on Friday with the Patrick administration's announcement that it has allocated $5 million to the University of Massachusetts Amherst to support the creation of a research development partnership with the base – along with the release of a new business plan to promote economic growth opportunities. "Westover Airport and Westover Air Reserve Base are two stellar assets with so much potential for smart growth," Gov. Deval L. Patrick, said in a prepared statement. "To support the region's economy and potential for more private and commercial air service, I ...
Read Full Article

Bookmark or Share this article

Login to comment.
Related Articles
- Ground broken for new Elias Brookings Museum Magnet School in Springfield, 2 years after tornado also written by Masslivenews
- AIC in Springfield offers education incentives in hard times - MassLive.com also published in masslive.com
- Peter Pan buses hauled Kennedys also categorized in Aerospace/Defense
- Western Mass. road, rail projects in line for federal stimulus aid - MassLive.com also published in masslive.com
- PolyMedix and University of Massachusetts Receive Up to $100,000 ... also categorized in Aerospace/Defense
- Springfield selects company for solar panel projects expected to save $2 million over 20 years also written by Masslivenews
- University of Massachusetts hires new administrator, Jason Irizarry, to expand partnership, presence in Springfield also written by Masslivenews
- Big E begins food, fun run also categorized in Aerospace/Defense
- Gov. Deval Patrick rejects transportation tax bill, seeks possible extra increase in gas tax | masslive also written by Masslivenews
- Region focusing on tourist dollars also categorized in Aerospace/Defense

Search:
Categories
1. Industry Clusters:
  Aerospace/Defense, Business Development, Creative Economy, Education, Energy, Entrepreneurship, Financial Services, Green Region, Health Care, Information Technology, Life Sciences, Logistics, Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Paper Manufacturing, Plastics, Retail, Tourism, Transportation, Workforce
Quotes
1. This is a perfect match for our role as one of the country's top research universities, applying our expertise to enhance the safety of air travel and foster economic opportunity.
2. The Air Force values solid working relationships with the state, and appreciate its recognition of Westover's facilities and as a valuable joint-use airport.
Topics Mentioned
Authors
- Masslivenews