AFL has announced plans to expand its fiber optic cable manufacturing operations in South Carolina. The company, which specializes in producing fiber optic cables, connectivity and equipment, will invest $50 million into the project, creating new jobs at its manufacturing facilities. According to the company, this expansion will increase production capacity, help AFL develop new and sustainable fiber optic cable solutions, and support the company’s commitment to using American-made materials.
What people are saying
In a recent quote, Jaxon Lang, President and CEO of AFL, said, “This expansion highlights AFL's commitment to providing an end-to-end BABA compliant cable and connectivity portfolio for our valued U.S. customers and represents a significant milestone toward AFL’s ongoing contribution to a stronger, more connected future for all communities across the country.”
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