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Collins & Aikman Joins Automation Alley

11 May 2000

Collins & Aikman Joins Automation Alley

    TROY, Mich., May 10 Collins & Aikman Corporation
today announced it has joined Oakland County's Automation Alley, a
consortium of over 150 technology-focused companies dedicated to strengthening
the economic base of Oakland County and its immediate area.
    In making the announcement, Collins & Aikman's Chairman and CEO, Thomas E.
Evans noted, "Joining Automation Alley demonstrates our commitment to
enhancing the economic and technological growth potential here in Oakland
County and in the State of Michigan.  Collins & Aikman's relocation to the
heart of the Auto Capital of the World is a powerful step in our mission to
drive innovation in automotive interiors."
    In welcoming Collins & Aikman to Automation Alley, Oakland County
Executive L. Brooks Patterson remarked, "Collins & Aikman's decision to move
to Michigan and join Automation Alley is proof positive of the first-rate
business climate here in Oakland County.  Oakland County and Automation Alley
look forward to pursuing a mutually beneficial relationship with Collins &
Aikman."