Corning and Meta are expanding an optical cable manufacturing facility in Hickory, NC, as part of a $6 billion investment to enhance production for AI data centers and boost domestic supply chains, increasing Corning's workforce by 15-20%.

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2026-04-18 04:35:37

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Corning Incorporated and Meta Platforms, Inc. have commenced construction on an expansion of an optical cable manufacturing facility in Hickory, North Carolina. This project, part of a USD 6 billion agreement, aims to boost cable production for AI-driven data centers and strengthen domestic supply chains. The expansion is expected to increase Corning’s regional workforce by 15-20%.

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