Hithium Tech USA Inc. has announced plans to establish a new battery module and system assembly facility in Mesquite, Texas. The company, which specializes in stationary energy storage products, will invest $100 million into the project, creating 141 new jobs in the process. The 483,874-square-foot facility is expected to have an annual capacity of 10 GWh.
What people are saying
In a recent quote, Jeff Wu, Chairman of Hithium, said, "The new facility will accelerate Hithium's development and production of energy storage system products for the U.S. market while also boosting the Mesquite area's economic growth and development. We're excited to collaborate with local partners to ensure that our plans align with Mesquite's vision for growth, which is anchored in a rejuvenated manufacturing economy with diverse job opportunities and value for the community."
Mayor Daniel Alemán, Jr. added, "We are very proud that a global company in the clean energy industry will make its home in Mesquite for its first U.S. production location. Also, this is an exciting development for our community as we continue to grow in Kaufman County. Hithium will be the first industrial company in the new 20 East Trinity Pointe business park."
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