The overview
The facility will bring thousands of jobs to the area and is slated to open in 2026, according to the release.
The servers manufactured in Houston will support Apple Intelligence, an artificial intelligence system developed by Apple, according to the release. Apple also plans to expand its data center capacity to other states in the U.S. like North Carolina, Iowa, Oregon, Arizona and Nevada.
Also of note
The new facility in Houston is part of a four-year $500 billion investment plan by Apple, according to the release.
Quotes of note
- “We are bullish on the future of American innovation, and we’re proud to build on our long-standing U.S. investments with this $500 billion commitment to our country’s future,” CEO Tim Cook said in the release. “From doubling our Advanced Manufacturing Fund, to building advanced technology in Texas, we’re thrilled to expand our support for American manufacturing."
- “Apple’s announcement further solidifies Houston’s leadership as a hub for innovation and advanced manufacturing. This is a testament to our region’s business-friendly environment, skilled workforce, strategic global positioning, and proven ability to attract world-class companies. As U.S. companies continue to onshore their manufacturing operations, we are bullish on Houston’s ability to win big," Steve Kean, president and CEO of the Greater Houston Partnership, said in a Feb. 24 statement.
