AB Energy USA has selected The Woodlands for its North American headquarters, according to a March 11 announcement from Howard Hughes and The Woodlands Area Economic Development Partnership.
Breaking news
The location is expected to bring dozens of new jobs to the region, according to the news release. AB, described in the release as a global leader in sustainability solutions headquartered in Lombardy, Italy, has cited The Woodlands region’s workforce and proximity to other leaders in the industry as factors in choosing it for its North American headquarters.
The company will add approximately 45 new jobs in The Woodlands in 2026, with another 30 jobs annually in engineering, service, maintenance and integration roles over the next five years beginning in 2027, according to the release.
More details
The company will be located at The Woodlands Towers at The Waterway at 9950 Woodloch Forest Drive in 11,000 square feet of space, according to the release. The move-in will take place in the second quarter of the year, according to information from Howard Hughes.
In February, The Woodlands EDP announced several new businesses would soon be announcing relocations to The Woodlands.
What they’re saying
“Establishing our North American headquarters in The Woodlands is a strategic decision that supports our long-term growth and ability to attract top talent,” said Paolo Ruggeri, the CEO for AB Energy USA in North America. “The region offers direct access to experienced energy-sector leaders and a highly skilled workforce, while also providing an exceptional quality of life that makes it a place where employees want to live and build their careers.”
“AB Energy evaluated several options across the market and ultimately chose The Woodlands because it’s one of the best places to recruit and retain highly talented employees,” said Alex Hancock, senior vice president of national sales and leasing for Howard Hughes Communities.
"AB's decision to establish its North American headquarters here demonstrates The Woodlands' competitiveness for both international companies and energy sector leaders,” said Jevon Gibb, CEO of The Woodlands Area Economic Development Partnership. “Our community offers a strategic combination of access to Houston's talent and infrastructure, with the accelerated timelines, pro-business environment, and quality of place that support workforce attraction and retention.”
- Opening in the second quarter of 2026
- 9950 Woodloch Forest Drive, The Woodlands
- www.gruppoab.com
