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Foxconn begins $137m HQ in China for EVs, energy storage

Foxconn Technology Group has started building a global headquarters for its New Business Development Group in Zhengzhou, China.

The facility will focus on EVs, energy storage, and other emerging industries.

The groundbreaking ceremony took place on Feb. 27, attended by Foxconn CEO Liu Young-way and Henan provincial governor Wang Kai.

The site spans 70,000 square meters with a development budget of 1 billion yuan (US$137 million).

This project aligns with Foxconn’s strategy to diversify beyond its role as an Apple supplier. Since 2019, the company has expanded into EVs, semiconductors, robotics, and AI.

Recent Foxconn developments

Timeline
13-Feb-2025 🤝 Foxconn eyes collaboration over acquisition with Nissan
  • Foxconn seeks cooperation with Nissan, not acquisition.
  • Chairman may consider stake for enhanced collaboration.
12-Feb-2025 🤝 Foxconn seeks Nissan partnership in EVs
  • Foxconn seeks cooperation, not acquisition of Nissan.
  • Chairman hints at stake purchase for collaboration.
12-Feb-2025 📉 Foxconn prepares US, Mexico plants for potential 25% tariffs
  • Foxconn adapts to potential US tariffs on imports.
  • Production capacities will adjust based on tariff policies.
11-Feb-2025 📈 Foxconn reports strong January sales, expects Q1 growth
  • Foxconn January sales hit NT$538.67 billion.
  • AI server demand drives sales growth, declines in others.
11-Jan-2025 📱 Foxconn said to suspend Chinese worker rotation to India

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