Arizona Commerce Authority Applauds Applied Materials’ New Investment In Chandler
CHANDLER, AZ (August 6, 2025) – On August 6, Applied Materials, Inc. announced plans to invest more than $200 million to establish a new advanced manufacturing facility in Chandler, Arizona that will produce semiconductor equipment components and parts. The investment builds on the more than $400 million Applied has invested in its U.S. equipment manufacturing infrastructure over the past five years. The Chandler facility could support the creation of potentially 200 additional manufacturing, R&D and services jobs in the semiconductor field over a five-year period.
“Applied Materials is excited to expand our presence in Arizona and support the growth of the local semiconductor ecosystem and workforce,” said Tim Deane, Senior Vice President of Global Services at Applied Materials. “Our new manufacturing facility in Chandler is designed to be a key part of Applied’s supply chain infrastructure by producing high-value components for our advanced semiconductor equipment. We are grateful for the support of state and local officials, and we look forward to building on our success in the years ahead.”
“Applied Materials' new advanced manufacturing facility will further bolster Arizona's robust semiconductor ecosystem and strengthen U.S. supply chain resiliency,” said Sandra Watson, President and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority. “Across important areas such as equipment, R&D, and workforce training, Applied has been a tremendous industry partner, and we're grateful for their continued leadership and commitment to Arizona.”
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