Delta Star Inc. invests $35M to expand power transformer manufacturing facility in Virginia
Delta Star Inc. has announced plans to expand its power transformer manufacturing facility in Lynchburg, Virginia. The company, which produces power transformers and mobile substations for the electrical grid, will invest $35 million in the project, creating 300 new jobs.
The expansion will increase Delta Star’s manufacturing capacity to help meet rising global demand. The Lynchburg facility, originally established in 1962, sits on a large site that houses the company’s headquarters and has long served as a hub for the design and production of mobile power solutions. These products can be deployed quickly to critical areas, enhancing the resilience of the electrical grid.
Delta Star will enhance its technological capabilities as part of the expansion, enabling the company to further evolve its product offerings and manufacturing efficiency.
Support for the project includes a $2.3 million grant from the Commonwealth’s Opportunity Fund, approved by Governor Glenn Youngkin. Additionally, the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, City of Lynchburg, and the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance collaborated to secure the project. Workforce development assistance will be provided through the Virginia Talent Accelerator Program, which offers fully customized recruitment and training services at no cost to the company.
What people are saying
In a recent quote, Jason Greene, President and Chief Executive Officer, Delta Star Inc., said, “We are excited to expand our Lynchburg facility to help address the global demand for energy solutions that prioritize both reliability and sustainability. This investment will not only increase our manufacturing capacity but also allow us to continue advancing our technological capabilities to meet the evolving needs of the energy sector.”
Glenn Youngkin, Governor, Commonwealth of Virginia, added, “We are excited to celebrate another significant expansion by Delta Star, a trusted employer in Lynchburg for over 60 years. This $35 million investment not only boosts our economy, but also creates 300 high-tech, high-quality manufacturing jobs here in Central Virginia. Congratulations to Delta Star on its continued success and commitment to the Commonwealth.”
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During her tenure, Alexis worked to develop the brand’s digital strategy and helped launch and produce Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast. She also created The Lighter Side of Manufacturing, a weekly blog that explored the inventive and sometimes humorous side of the industry.
Alexis co-founded Influential Women in Manufacturing, a recognition program that honored 49 women in its first two years, earned an industry award for Best Product Launch, and received a proclamation from Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and a commendation from U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth.
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