LG Electronics Invests 23 Billion KRW in Tennessee Washing Machine Plant to Expand Production Capacity in Response to Demand

A panoramic photo of the LG Electronics Tennessee washing machine factory located in Clarksville, Tennessee, USA (Photo by LG Electronics)

[Asia Economy Reporter Jeong Hyunjin] LG Electronics has decided to make an additional investment of 23 billion KRW in its washing machine factory in Tennessee, USA, to expand production. This move is in response to the significant increase in demand for LG Electronics' washing machines in the United States.

LG Electronics North America announced on the 14th (local time) that it will invest 20.5 million USD (approximately 22.9 billion KRW) to increase production at its washing machine factory in Clarksville, Tennessee. This factory, which began construction in 2017 and started operations in 2018, is LG Electronics' first smart factory. According to LG Electronics, production has been rapidly increasing, with the one-millionth washing machine produced as of August last year.

LG Electronics North America stated, "This investment is to respond to the unexpectedly rapid surge in washing machine demand locally," adding, "It is expected that 334 new jobs will be created locally as a result of this new investment." By the end of this year, employment at the Clarksville washing machine factory is projected to reach around 1,000 people.

Yoon Taebong, Vice President and Head of LG Electronics North America, said, "Thanks to the love from American consumers for LG Electronics washing machines, sales have recorded double-digit growth over the past few years," and added, "This expansion investment is also aimed at responding to unprecedented demand growth locally."

Bill Byron Lee, Governor of Tennessee, expressed gratitude, saying, "We appreciate LG's expansion of investment in Tennessee and the creation of 300 additional jobs."

Previously, the American consumer media Consumer Reports selected LG Electronics products as number one in the 'Best Large Capacity Washing Machines of 2021' in both the drum washing machine and top-loading washing machine categories. LG Electronics' drum washing machines were recognized for washing performance and energy efficiency, while LG Electronics' top-loading washing machines were acknowledged for excellent cleaning power and efficient use of electricity and water, earning first place in each category.

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