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Hitachi automotive expands again in Harrodsburg, KY Plant is approximately 68 miles from the Public Square, Columbia, KY. Hitachi to add second facility, new product lines, creating a total of 145 new jobs and bringing total investment to $68 million. News from Commonwealth NewsCenter Hitachi Automotive Products announced on Thursday, September 16, 2010, that it will expand its Harrodsburg, KY plant, investing an additional $48 million for a total investment of $68 million. Additionally, Hitachi expects to increase the number of new jobs by 44, for a total of 145 new jobs over the next three years. Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear was present for the announcement, joing community leaders there. The announcement follows the Governor's economic development trip to Japan last fall. The revised expansion plans entail the construction of a new 170,400 square-foot facility that will produce advanced electronic control modules used for controlling automotive engine and drivetrain functions, new fuel systems and other new products for the automotive industry. Construction is set to begin immediately and is expected to be completed in June 2011. Hitachi Automotive Products (USA) Inc. opened its doors for business in Harrodsburg in April 1986, and manufactures electromechanical automotive parts selling to most of the worlds major automotive manufacturing companies. Since its opening, the plant has grown from a facility occupying 40,000 square feet to more than 520,000 square feet. Employment of Kentucky citizens has grown from 75 to more than 625. This story was posted on 2010-09-17 09:07:08
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