LS Cable & System USA, Inc., a U.S.-based subsidiary of LS Cable & System Ltd., announced a $50 million investment to expand its manufacturing facility in Tarboro, North Carolina, reinforcing its commitment to onshoring advanced manufacturing, strengthening domestic supply chains, and supporting the nation’s energy infrastructure.
The expansion will add two Continuous Catenary Vulcanization production lines at the Tarboro plant, significantly increasing capacity for medium-voltage power distribution cable manufacturing. The additional lines are designed to meet rising demand from electric utilities, renewable energy projects, data centers, and industrial customers across North America. The project will also increase total employment at the facility from 250 to 335 jobs.
State and federal officials highlighted the project’s role in strengthening North Carolina’s advanced manufacturing sector and supporting rural economic development in Edgecombe County. Leaders emphasized the state’s large manufacturing workforce and business environment as key factors behind the company’s continued investment in Tarboro.
The Tarboro expansion follows a series of recent North American investments by LS Cable & System and its subsidiaries. In April 2025, LS GreenLink USA broke ground on Phase 1 of a 750,000-square-foot advanced cable manufacturing facility in Chesapeake, Virginia, including a 660-foot Vertical Continuous Vulcanization tower and a dedicated pier to support high-voltage direct current submarine power cable production, creating more than 330 jobs. In December 2025, LS C&S announced an additional investment in Chesapeake, representing the largest capital investment in the Hampton Roads region’s history and expected to create approximately 430 jobs while expanding copper recycling, magnet wire manufacturing, and rare-earth magnet production capabilities.
In January 2026, LS Cable & System USA announced a logistics center in La Porte, Texas, to support its growing busduct business across North America. That same month, LS Cable & System Mexico, S.A. de C.V. announced new investment in Querétaro, Mexico, to expand busduct production capacity driven by AI data center and large-scale power infrastructure demand, as well as new automotive cable production lines to support both internal combustion and electric vehicle platforms.
The company said the Tarboro facility expansion will enhance operational efficiency, strengthen domestic supply chains, and further position LS Cable & System USA as a key supplier of medium-voltage power cables in the U.S. market. LS Cable & System Ltd. plans to continue investing across North America throughout 2026 as electrification, energy transition, and grid modernization accelerate.
Founded in 1962, LS Cable & System Ltd. is a global manufacturer of power and communication cable solutions, employing more than 6,500 people and operating over 40 subsidiaries across 17 countries. The company provides technologies supporting modern power grids, alternative energy development, and high-performance communications infrastructure.
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“This announcement demonstrates LS Cable & System USA’s confidence in North Carolina. We are home to the largest manufacturing workforce in the Southeast and a thriving business environment that makes our state attractive to companies looking to grow. North Carolina is eager to support LS Cable & System as it strengthens the domestic supply chain to energize our nation.”
Josh Stein, Governor of North Carolina
“North Carolina is proud to support LS Cable & System USA’s expansion in Tarboro. This project strengthens our state’s advanced manufacturing sector, supports critical energy infrastructure, and creates meaningful opportunities for rural workers and communities.”
Lee Lilley, Secretary, North Carolina Department of Commerce
“This $50 million expansion by LS Cable & System in Tarboro is a strong vote of confidence in North Carolina’s workforce and our role in strengthening America’s energy infrastructure. By onshoring advanced manufacturing and expanding domestic cable production, LS Cable & System is helping build a more resilient supply chain while creating good-paying jobs in eastern North Carolina. I’m proud to support investments like this that power economic growth and keep our state competitive.”
Thom Tillis, U.S. Senator
“LS Cable & System is a fixture of eastern North Carolina’s business community, helping manufacture critical infrastructure our country depends on. Their work strengthens our economy, brings essential industries back to the United States, and creates good-paying jobs for North Carolinians. I’m glad to see this expansion of operations in Tarboro, and I look forward to the growing opportunities in eastern North Carolina that will result.”
Ted Budd, U.S. Senator
“LS Cable & System USA’s bold investment reflects a powerful commitment to creating jobs and driving long-term economic growth for Tarboro and beyond. As industrial energy demand surges nationwide, these investments are crucial to building the infrastructure that supports America’s future. We extend our gratitude to the LS Cable & System USA team for recognizing the tremendous value of our community and for their unwavering dedication to our future.”
Don Davis, U.S. Congressman (NC-01)
“Economic development in Edgecombe County is about creating sustainable growth while honoring the strength of our rural communities. Investments like this help ensure Tarboro remains competitive, resilient, and positioned for long-term success.”
Kandie Smith, North Carolina Senator
“This $50 million expansion in Tarboro is a significant investment in the people and future of Edgecombe County. It will create new jobs for local citizens while strengthening our tax base, resources that help support our schools, infrastructure, and essential services. This is exactly the kind of economic growth we need: growth that benefits working families and positions our community for long-term success.”
Shelly Willingham, North Carolina State Representative
“LS Cable & System USA continues to achieve strong success in Tarboro and Edgecombe County and this latest expansion investment of $50 million with two new production lines is a testament to their commitment to our region and the growing demand for power distribution cables.”
Bob Pike, President, Carolinas Gateway Partnership
“This $50 million expansion by LS Cable & System USA is a tremendous vote of confidence in Tarboro and in the hardworking people of Edgecombe County. We are proud that a global leader in advanced manufacturing continues to choose Tarboro for long-term growth, job creation, and investment in our community. This project strengthens our local economy while supporting critical infrastructure across the nation and beyond.”
Tate Mayo, Mayor of the Town of Tarboro
“This investment reflects LS Cable & System’s long-term vision to expand our global manufacturing footprint while localizing production in key strategic markets. As electrification, energy transition, and grid modernization accelerate worldwide, we are making disciplined, forward-looking investments to ensure we can reliably support our customers and partners for decades to come.”
Bon-Kyu Koo, President & CEO, LS Cable & System, Ltd.
“North America is one of the most important growth regions for LS Cable & System. The Tarboro expansion strengthens our regional manufacturing base, enhances supply chain resilience, and positions us to respond quickly to increasing demand across utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors.”
Gisu Kim, Regional President of North America, LS Cable & System, Ltd.
“This expansion demonstrates our continued focus on advanced manufacturing and technology leadership. By adding new CCV production capacity in Tarboro, we are supporting the reliable delivery of quality power distribution solutions to the North American market.”
Jeong Hyeon, President & CEO, Gaon Cable Co.
“This investment allows LS Cable & System USA to significantly scale our medium-voltage manufacturing capabilities while maintaining the high standards our customers expect. The Tarboro facility has a strong operational foundation, and these new CCV lines will enable us to grow alongside our customers and support critical infrastructure projects across the country.”
Taewon Son, President & CEO, LS Cable & System USA, Inc.
“Beyond manufacturing capacity, this expansion represents a continued investment in the Edgecombe County and the broader region. We value the partnerships we have built with local leaders, institutions, and the workforce, and we remain committed to being a long-term contributor to economic development and community growth in North Carolina and across the United States.”
Patrick Y. Shim, Managing Director, LS Cable & System, Ltd.
