BREAKING NEWS: CEL Critical Power has just opened its first large-scale manufacturing facility in Virginia, marking a significant expansion into the US market. This new facility, backed by a substantial $40 million investment, is set to create 250 skilled jobs over the next 12 months, with plans to double that number to 500 jobs by 2030.
The Dublin-headquartered company, known for its innovative power solutions in the industrial, pharmaceutical, and data center sectors, aims to “power the AI revolution” with this strategic move. The facility will enhance CEL’s global manufacturing capacity to over 500,000 sq ft, positioning the company as a key player in the rapidly evolving AI microchip market.
According to Niall McFadden, group managing director of CEL, “I’m delighted to announce that CEL has officially opened its first manufacturing facility in the US, which will create 500 high-value new jobs for the state of Virginia over the coming years.” He emphasized that this move is a crucial step in the company’s ambitious growth plans and underscores their commitment to supporting customers in the US, the company’s largest and fastest-growing market.
The facility’s opening comes with the support of Enterprise Ireland. CEO Jenny Melia stated, “Enterprise Ireland congratulates CEL on the opening of its new US manufacturing facility in Virginia, a major milestone for this ambitious Irish company as it scales to meet global demand in AI and data center infrastructure.” She highlighted the economic benefits, including job creation and technological leadership, reinforcing the strong Irish-American business relationship.
This development occurs alongside other significant moves in the sector. Earlier this week, Florida-based engineering giant Jabil announced plans to acquire Hanley Energy Group, a Meath-based critical power and energy management solutions platform, in a deal valued at around $725 million.
As CEL Critical Power gears up to meet the demands of an AI-driven future, the opening of this facility not only signals growth for the company but also represents a vital opportunity for Virginia’s workforce. The jobs created will span multiple sectors, including R&D, engineering, manufacturing, quality, testing, logistics, and site services.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as CEL continues to expand its footprint in the US, shaping the future of power solutions in the face of technological advancement.
