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Micron Technology, Inc. is celebrating the start of 1α (1-alpha) DRAM manufacturing at its Manassas, Virginia, fab, an important step in the company’s efforts to expand US memory manufacturing.
As the only United States manufacturer of memory, Micron is uniquely positioned to strengthen America’s domestic memory supply. The 1α DRAM node, the most advanced memory technology ever produced in the United States, is well suited to long-lifecycle memory for critical applications, including DDR4 and LP4 products. Micron’s Virginia manufacturing expansion serves the automotive, defense and aerospace, industrial, networking and medical device sectors that depend on this kind of memory.
Senior U.S. and Virginia officials join Micron at Manassas fab to mark the milestone
Micron chairman, president and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra and other executives will host the event, with remarks delivered by US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, US Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer, US Sen. Mark Warner, US Sen. Tim Kaine and Virginia Speaker of the House Don Scott. They will be joined by other distinguished guests from the Trump Administration, Congress, the Commonwealth of Virginia and local governments, customers, suppliers, the business community and partners from area academic institutions, nonprofits and other community groups.
Micron’s more than $2 billion investment in the expansion and modernization of its Manassas fab, which supports more than 3,100 direct manufacturing and community jobs, is supported by federal, state and local incentives.
“Today’s achievement is an important step in Micron\’s $200 billion investment plan to expand memory manufacturing and R&D in the US,” said Sanjay Mehrotra, chairman, president and CEO, Micron Technology. “It reflects Micron’s enduring commitment to the customers and industries that depend on long-lifecycle memory for critical applications. We are proud to bring advanced 1α DRAM manufacturing to American soil, strengthening domestic supply for U.S. customers and the global markets we serve. We are grateful to president Trump, US Secretary Lutnick, Ambassador Greer, Governor Spanberger, U.S. Senators Warner and Kaine, Virginia Speaker of the House of Delegates Scott, the Commonwealth of Virginia, General Assembly, Mayor Davis and the City of Manassas, our customers, suppliers, local partners, and communities whose continued support has made this milestone possible.”
“We are finally building memory semiconductors in America,” said Howard Lutnick, US Secretary of Commerce. “Thanks to president Trump’s leadership, Micron, the leading American memory company, is building these critical components of semiconductor’s most advanced technologies here in Virginia. Micron’s massive national $200 billion investment will quadruple American production of industrial, automotive, defense and aerospace memory chips. In addition, Micron is bringing leading-edge memory production home to America, continuing the building of our advanced manufacturing resurgence.”
A complete memory portfolio fueling industry in the AI era
Micron’s 1α technology, the world’s most advanced DDR4 technology, will support long-lifecycle product needs in parallel with the ramp of the company’s leading-edge memory technologies in Boise, Idaho, and Clay, New York, in the years ahead. Micron expects qualified 1α DRAM production from the Manassas fab by the end of calendar year 2026. The more than $2 billion investment will quadruple Micron’s DDR4 wafer supply in Manassas, providing strong support for US automotive, defense and aerospace, and industrial customers.
Micron’s memory and storage solutions are at the heart of the AI revolution, and AI-driven demand is reshaping every market Micron serves, from data centers to automobiles to the factory floor. As AI evolves, advanced memory has become a strategic asset, and Micron\’s full portfolio – from the long-lifecycle memory manufactured in Manassas to the leading-edge memory powering the world’s most advanced systems – addresses the full range of customer needs.
Building America’s memory future
Micron continues to make rapid progress across its US expansion. The company broke ground on its New York memory manufacturing complex in January, and initial ground preparation activities are ahead of plan. Micron continues to expect initial wafer output at its first Idaho fab in mid-calendar year 2027, and ground preparation has begun for its second Idaho fab. Combined, these projects will create an estimated 90,000 jobs and help meet US economic and national security goals.
To support the growth of the US semiconductor industry, Micron has committed over $325 million to develop the next-gen workforce and strengthen communities across Virginia, Idaho and New York. This investment includes semiconductor curriculum development, community college and university partnerships, registered apprenticeships and other programs aimed at expanding access to semiconductor careers.
In Virginia, Micron’s investments include the Micron Registered Apprenticeship Program in partnership with Northern Virginia Community College and the National Institute for Innovation and Career Advancement, which provides a pathway into full-time semiconductor technician careers, and the 2026 Micron STEM Opportunity Fund with the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, supporting more than 16,000 K-12 students across the region. Veterans are an integral part of Micron’s Manassas workforce. Approximately one in 10 Micron team members at the Manassas facility are veterans, supported by partnerships with organizations such as the Department of War’s SkillBridge program, the Commonwealth of Virginia, local veteran organizations and in-state military bases.
“President Trump’s tariff program is sparking a manufacturing renaissance by incentivizing companies to build and invest on American soil. Our semiconductor manufacturing base is driving American innovation and creating more resilient supply chains. Today’s $2 billion investment by Micron exemplifies the Made in America agenda that is restoring our industrial base, creating thousands of jobs while safeguarding America’s economic and national security,” said Jamieson Greer, U.S. trade representative ambassador.
“We’re thrilled that Micron is creating great jobs for Americans and bringing cutting-edge technology back to the United States. Their manufacturing expansion in Manassas is terrific news for Virginia and for our country,” said Kevin Hassett, national economic council director, White House.
“Micron’s expansion in Manassas is a major step forward for Virginia’s advanced manufacturing sector and for strengthening America’s semiconductor supply chain. Reliable access to domestically produced memory is critical for a range of industries. This investment supports good-paying jobs across the Commonwealth and reinforces Virginia’s leadership in attracting the technologies and industries that drive our economy and national security,” said Abigail Spanberger, Governor.
“This modernization and expansion project allows the Manassas facility to manufacture more cutting-edge semiconductors and creates hundreds of manufacturing and community jobs right here in Virginia. Making more of these chips in America will strengthen our national security and further American competitiveness on the global stage, which is why I am proud to have authored the CHIPS and Science Law that helped make this possible,” said Mark Warner, U.S. Sen.
“I’m proud of the work we’ve done, including through the passage of the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act, to boost domestic manufacturing of semiconductors. I’m excited to celebrate this incredible milestone with Micron and to continue partnering together to advance U.S. innovation, strengthen our supply chains, and grow our economy,” said Tim Kaine, U.S. Sen.
“Semiconductor chips are a vital part of our economy and our daily lives. They are also critical to developing and maintaining state-of-the-art military and aerospace industries. I am proud that Micron’s Manassas facility will become the only site in the US that manufactures these important chips. Micron’s investment will create thousands of jobs in Northern Virginia and allow our country to stay a technological leader for years to come,” said Suhas Subramanyam, U.S. Rep.
“Micron’s expansion in Manassas is exactly the kind of investment in American technological leadership that our national security demands. By manufacturing DDR4 memory right here in Northern Virginia, Micron is ensuring that America is producing the technologies of the future – and our region is leading the way,” said James Walkinshaw, U.S. Rep.
“By producing this memory technology here in the Commonwealth, Micron is growing its strategic investment in Virginia and in America’s national security. Through workforce development programs and close collaboration with our local partners, Virginia has built an ecosystem that attracts world-class companies like Micron. Expansions like this are why our state remains the best in the nation to do business, and I look forward to continuing to support Micron’s growth and the thousands of jobs it brings to our Commonwealth,” said Don Scott, speaker, house of delegates, Virginia.
“Micron has been a cornerstone of our community for decades, and today’s milestone reminds us why investing in people and in place matters. The most advanced memory technology made anywhere in America is now being made in Manassas – by our neighbors, our veterans, our apprentices, and our students. That is something this community has earned, and it is a foundation we can build on for generations to come,” said Michelle Maldonado, delegate, house of delegates, Virginia.
“Manassas has long been a hub for advanced manufacturing, defense and high-wage industries. This $2 billion investment – which supports more than 3,100 jobs – contributes to developing the next gen of our skilled workforce and is inspiring our students to pursue careers in semiconductors. Micron is more than an economic anchor for our city, it is a true community partner, and we are honored to celebrate this milestone together,” said Michelle Davis, mayor, Manassas.
“Micron\’s expanded investment in Manassas is a powerful signal to the world that Virginia is the premier destination for advanced manufacturing. Under Governor Spanberger, we are committed to creating the conditions where industry-leading companies like Micron can grow, innovate, and succeed – and where every Virginian has access to the good-paying, high-skill jobs that investments like this create,” said Carrie Chenery, secretary, commerce and trade, Virginia.
“Micron’s continued investment in Manassas underscores Virginia’s growing leadership in the semiconductor industry. Their commitment not only strengthens our advanced manufacturing base, but also signals to the broader market that the Commonwealth is a premier destination for cutting-edge technology investment. We look forward to working alongside Micron and our public and private partners to expand opportunities across the semiconductor supply chain and ensure Virginia remains competitive in attracting the next generation of innovation and jobs,” said Mark Sickles, secretary, finance, Virginia.
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