ABB Invests $200m in Europe to Boost Medium-Voltage Production for Data Centers

ABB has unveiled a $200 million investment plan to expand its medium-voltage manufacturing capacity across Europe over the next three years, aiming to strengthen power infrastructure supply for utilities, industrial operators, and data centers.

“This $200 million investment will strengthen ABB’s medium-voltage manufacturing and technology capabilities in Europe and support customers as electricity demand increases and the grid evolves,” said Morten Wierod, ABB’s CEO. “Demand is being driven by major structural trends, from grid modernization and the integration of renewables to data center growth and the transition to more sustainable technologies. These investments will help us expand capacity, improve availability, and shorten lead times for customers in Europe and beyond, empowering them to adapt to the changing energy landscape.”

The investment includes a new $100 million facility in Dalmine aimed at meeting rising demand for air-insulated and SF6-free switchgear and breakers. ABB is also allocating another $100 million to expand production capacity at facilities in Rakovski, Vaasa, Ratingen, Skien, and Przasnysz. These upgrades will increase output of technologies such as gas-insulated switchgear (GIS), vacuum interrupters, and relays to improve the reliability and resilience of power distribution systems.