ABB Invests $120M to Expand US Manufacturing for Tech Growth

ABB, a global leader in electrification and automation technologies, is investing $120 million to expand its manufacturing operations across two key locations in the United States. This initiative aims to address rising demand from critical industries, including data centers, commercial buildings, and utilities, while adding 250 new jobs across Tennessee and Mississippi.

Expanding Production Capacity in Tennessee and Mississippi

A major portion of the investment—$80 million—will be allocated to building a new 320,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Selmer, Tennessee. This facility will replace an existing site, increasing production capacity by more than 50%. It will focus on manufacturing high-performance electrical distribution equipment essential for large-scale industrial and technology-driven facilities that rely on consistent, high-quality power distribution.

Additionally, ABB will invest $40 million to expand its Senatobia, Mississippi facility, effectively doubling its footprint. This expansion will scale up production of low-voltage circuit breakers, which are critical for data center growth, advanced manufacturing, and renewable energy microgrids. The Senatobia site will add 200 new jobs, increasing its total workforce to over 1,000 employees.

Strengthening ABB’s US Market Position

With revenues approaching $9 billion in 2024, the United States remains ABB’s largest global market, accounting for approximately 27% of its total revenue. This latest investment reinforces the company’s long-term commitment to domestic manufacturing, with 75-80% of ABB’s US-sold products already produced within the country.

According to CEO Morten Wierod, the expansion supports growing demand for advanced electrification technologies. ABB’s upgraded facilities will help US businesses modernize infrastructure, improve power reliability, and enhance energy efficiency—key priorities as companies upgrade aging power systems and scale their operations.

Ongoing Commitment to US Growth

ABB’s $120 million investment builds on its recent track record of US expansion, with more than $500 million invested in the past three years. Other recent projects include:

• A $100 million industrial electric drives manufacturing and innovation facility in Wisconsin
• A $40 million factory in New Mexico dedicated to power grid hardening technologies

ABB operates nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and operational sites across 20 states, with a workforce of 17,000 employees. The company also maintains nine major R&D centers and has a presence in all 50 states.

Focus on Sustainable Manufacturing

All newly developed ABB facilities integrate the latest digital and renewable energy technologies to enhance energy efficiency and minimize environmental impact. These investments align with ABB’s broader strategy to support the energy transition and meet the evolving needs of industrial and technology-driven sectors.