In a significant move to bolster its presence in the United States ABB a global leader in electrification and automation has announced a $120 million investment to expand its manufacturing capabilities. This investment will support the growing demand for advanced electrification technologies in key industries such as data centers, utilities, and buildings, while creating 250 new jobs across two facilities in Tennessee and Mississippi.
Key Highlights of the Investment
- Selmer, Tennessee:
- Investment: $80 million to build a new 320,000 sq. ft. facility.
- Production Capacity: Expected to increase by more than 50%.
- Products: Electrical distribution equipment for data centers, factories, and high-rise buildings.
- Jobs: 50 new skilled jobs, increasing the workforce by over 25%.
- Timeline: The facility is expected to open in Q4 2026.
- Senatobia, Mississippi:
- Investment: $40 million to double the footprint of the existing facility.
- Products: Advanced low-voltage circuit breakers for data centers, manufacturing facilities, and renewable energy microgrids.
- Jobs: 200 new jobs, bringing the total workforce to over 1,000 employees.
- Timeline: The expanded facility is set to open in Q2 2026.
Driving the Energy Transition
The expansion aligns with ABB’s mission to support the energy transition and help customers achieve their performance, productivity, and energy efficiency goals.
Morten Wierod, ABB’s Chief Executive Officer, stated:
“Demand is increasing steadily for advanced electrification technologies, driven by growth in key sectors including data centers and utilities. Today’s announcement will support our future growth in the US, ABB’s largest global market. Our new facilities in Selmer and Senatobia will keep our US customers at the cutting edge of the energy transition.”
ABB’s Commitment to the US Market
The United States is ABB’s largest global market, with revenues of 9billionin2024∗∗,accountingfor∗∗279billionin2024∗∗,accountingfor∗∗27500 million in its US operations, including:
- A $100 million manufacturing facility and innovation laboratory for industrial electric drives in New Berlin, Wisconsin (opened in October 2024).
- A $40 million factory in Albuquerque, New Mexico, set to open in April 2025, focusing on power grid hardening and resilience technologies.
Since 2010, ABB has invested over $14 billion in capacity expansion projects and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the US.
Sustainable Operations
All new ABB facilities showcase the latest technologies for sustainable operations, integrating digital and renewable energy solutions to enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions.
ABB’s Global Presence
ABB is a global technology leader with over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. The company’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB).
Conclusion
ABB’s $120 million investment in the US underscores its commitment to driving innovation, sustainability, and economic growth. By expanding its manufacturing capabilities, ABB is well-positioned to meet the increasing demand for advanced electrification technologies, support the energy transition, and create high-quality jobs in the US.
As ABB continues to invest in cutting-edge facilities and technologies, it reinforces its role as a key player in shaping a more sustainable and resource-efficient future.
