Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Hitachi Energy officials announced the company is expanding manufacturing operations in Alamo, Tennessee.
Hitachi Energy will invest an initial $97 million and create 100 new jobs through the project with plans for future growth. The additional investment in Alamo will allow the company to expand its manufacturing presence, increasing its total capacity for transformer components such as high-voltage direct current (HVDC) bushings across the globe. Upon completion, the expansion will solidify Hitachi Energy’s position as the second-largest employer in Crockett County.
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, delivering innovative power grid and digital technologies to power the daily lives of three billion people. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation and power electronics, the company is addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – meeting soaring electricity demand. Headquartered in Switzerland, the company is the energy arm of the Hitachi Group, one of Japan’s leading technology companies.
Japan is Tennessee’s top partner for foreign direct investment (FDI) with more than 200 Japanese companies across the state that account for more than 57,000 jobs and $20 billion in capital investment.
“This project marks a significant investment in rural Tennessee, and I am grateful to the leaders in Crockett County and Alamo for their role in securing this expansion. Thank you again to the Hitachi Energy team for its continued investment in our state, which we know will create greater opportunity for Tennesseans in the years to come.” – Gov. Bill Lee
“Japan is one of our top partners for FDI, and I’m proud to take part in announcing Hitachi Energy’s continued growth in West Tennessee. With more than 200 Japanese companies operating across our state, Tennessee has become a proven destination for long-term success, and we greatly appreciate Hitachi Energy’s ongoing commitment to Crockett County and the significant role it has played in strengthening our business climate and international partnerships.” – TNECD Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter
“This investment in Tennessee is also an investment in the future of America’s energy infrastructure. We’re not only increasing our ability to deliver vital components to customers across the U.S. and the world, but we’re also making a long-term commitment to the Crockett County community. This facility plays a critical role in meeting fast-growing energy demand from AI as well as grid expansion and modernization, and we’re proud to grow our footprint and strengthen domestic manufacturing right here in Tennessee.” – Steve McKinney, head of transformers, North America, Hitachi Energy
“TVA and Gibson Electric Membership Corporation congratulate Hitachi Energy on its decision to expand operations in Crockett County. It’s always an exciting day when we can celebrate a company’s continued commitment to growth in the region. We are proud to partner with the Crockett County Chamber of Commerce and the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development to support companies like Hitachi Energy as they expand their presence in the U.S., and we celebrate this announcement together.” – John Bradley, senior vice president of economic development, TVA
“We are very excited about the planned expansion of Hitachi Energy here in Crockett County. The company’s investment in our community will see an impressive growth in new jobs while also bringing significant economic benefits that will enhance the quality of life in our area. We are very thankful for our state's investment in Crockett County to strengthen our workforce with these additional advanced manufacturing jobs.” – Crockett County Mayor Gary Reasons
“We’re proud to see Hitachi Energy growing right here in the Town of Alamo. Their expansion isn’t just a win for business – it’s a sign of our community’s strength, talent and bright future!” – Alamo Mayor Kenneth Bodkins
“Hitachi Energy’s continued investment in Crockett County highlights the confidence global companies have in West Tennessee. This $97 million expansion will create 100 quality jobs and further strengthen our local economy. I’m proud to support efforts that bring new opportunities to our region and improve the quality of life for the hardworking people of Crockett County.” – Sen. Ed Jackson (R-Jackson)
“Hitachi Energy is an important community partner that plays a vital role in manufacturing components for our nation's power grid. The company’s decision to expand operations in Alamo is a testament to Crockett County’s strong local economy, hard-working people and business-friendly environment. I congratulate the employees on their incredible success and look forward to the project’s completion.” – Rep. Chris Hurt (R-Halls)