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ABB to Build $280 Million Robot Factory in Sweden
ABB announced Sept. 13, 2023, that it would build a new robot factory in Västerås, Sweden, at a cost of $280 million.
What happened
ABB announced Sept. 13, 2023, that it would build a new robot factory in Västerås, Sweden, at a cost of $280 million. The factory is scheduled to open in 2026 and will increase production capacity for European customers by 50%. CEO Björn Rosengren said customers were moving production from China amid a return of production to Asia and geopolitical tensions.
Why it matters
The announcement affects European manufacturers seeking to reassess their reliance on Asia and source components and machinery from closer locations. ABB said the new factory in Sweden will begin operating in 2026 and increase supply for Europe, responding to production shifts prompted by supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions.
Sources
Translated from the Japanese original: /news/abb-suueeden-ni-2-8-oku-doru-no-robotto-koujou-shinsetsu-he-85b6b7. The Japanese version is authoritative if they differ.