Prysmian has broken ground on an $80 million expansion of its Lexington facility to increase manufacturing capacity for the company’s FlexRibbon fiber optic cable and support growing U.S. demand for advanced connectivity solutions.
“Today’s groundbreaking marks an important step forward for Prysmian, the Lexington community and the future of digital connectivity in the United States,” said Andrea Pirondini, Prysmian North America CEO. “By expanding our manufacturing capabilities here, we’re investing in the infrastructure and skilled workforce needed to support rapidly growing connectivity demands. We’re proud to continue growing alongside the Lexington community and creating new opportunities in the region.”
Prysmian executives joined local officials and community leaders for a groundbreaking ceremony marking the start of construction on Thursday, Sept. 24. The project is expected to create 130 local jobs while expanding the company’s domestic optical cable manufacturing capabilities…