Michelin to expand in Nova Scotia?

ERJ staff report (DS)

Waterville, Nova Scotia, Canada - A scheme to move Waterville's airport would make room for a possible capacity expansion at Michelin's tyre making facility in the town.

A press statement from the office of the Premier of Nova Scotia said, “the province will fund a study looking at relocating the Waterville Municipal Airport to support future potential expansion of the Michelin Tire Plant.” The study will cost up to $100,000 and will be conducted in co-operation with Michelin and Municipality of the County of Kings.

Michelin employs about 3,500 people in Nova Scotia, including 1,200 at the Waterville plant.

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Press release from Nova Scotia Premier

Nova Scotia looks into moving Waterville airport for Michelin expansion

Cape Breton Post (Canada - Nova Scotia)

Waterville airport study hints at Michelin expansion CBC News (Canada - Nova Scotia)