Apple: accelerates U.S. manufacturing, with Mac mini production coming later this year
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Apple is accelerating U.S. manufacturing by starting Mac mini production in Houston, Texas, later this year, as part of a $600 billion investment. This includes expanding AI server production and opening an Advanced Manufacturing Center for workforce training to boost domestic supply chain resilience.
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Apple: accelerates U.S. manufacturing, with Mac mini production coming later this year
Apple Expands U.S. Manufacturing with Mac mini Production Set for 2026
Apple Inc. (AAPL) announced plans to begin producing Mac mini desktop computers at a new facility in Houston, Texas, later this year, marking the first U.S. manufacturing of the product. The expansion, part of the company’s broader $600 billion commitment to the U.S. economy, includes increased production of advanced AI servers and the launch of an Advanced Manufacturing Center to train workers in cutting-edge techniques according to company announcements.
The Houston facility will double in size to accommodate Mac mini assembly, with production expected to meet growing domestic demand. Apple’s CEO, Tim Cook, emphasized the move aligns with the company’s focus on “American manufacturing,” noting that AI server production in Houston is already ahead of schedule. The facility will also produce logic boards for servers used in Apple’s data centers nationwide.
To support workforce development, Apple’s 20,000-square-foot Advanced Manufacturing Center in Houston will open later in 2026. The center will offer hands-on training to students, suppliers, and small businesses, teaching techniques used in Apple product manufacturing as part of workforce development. This initiative complements the Apple Manufacturing Academy in Detroit, which has already trained over 130 U.S. manufacturers in AI and automation.
Apple’s U.S. investments are accelerating supply chain localization. For instance, the company is sourcing over 20 billion U.S.-made chips from partners like TSMC and Texas Instruments, while GlobalWafers’ $4 billion Sherman, Texas, facility will supply silicon wafers for Apple’s chip partners. Additionally, Corning’s Kentucky plant now produces 100% of the cover glass for iPhones and Apple Watches, with all new devices set to feature domestically made materials by year-end.
While the majority of Mac mini production will remain in Asia, Apple’s Houston operation reflects a strategic shift toward diversifying its supply chain and reducing exposure to global trade risks. The company also collaborates with Foxconn, its long-term manufacturing partner, to manage the transition.
These developments underscore Apple’s efforts to strengthen domestic manufacturing capabilities while addressing geopolitical and logistical challenges. With production ramping up and training programs expanding, the company aims to reinforce its U.S. supply chain resilience and support thousands of jobs.
