Space Forge Inc., has opened its new office on Florida's Space Coast, near the Kennedy Space Center. This expansion underscores Space Forge Inc.’s commitment to revolutionizing the US semiconductor industry and solidifying its role in the national semiconductor supply chain.
Space Forge is leading the first clean-industry (r)evolution through the in-space research, development, and manufacturing of hyper-efficient super materials. This expansion into Florida positions Space Forge Inc. at the heart of the aerospace community, providing direct access to Central Florida’s unparalleled infrastructure, skilled workforce, and innovative environment.
By locating in Florida, Space Forge is poised to leverage unique opportunities for sustainable growth and technological advancement in the aerospace ecosystem built and grown by Space Florida, the state’s aerospace finance and development authority.
Michelle Flemming, a seasoned veteran with over 15 years in the US aerospace and aviation industry, will lead Space Forge Inc. As the newly appointed president of Space Forge Inc., Michelle brings a wealth of experience in creating value, engaging customers, and managing cutting-edge programmes. Her extensive client list includes US Space Force, NASA, Collins Aerospace, JAXA, JPL, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab, and many more.
“Our new home on Florida’s Space Coast is a big step forward for Space Forge Inc.,” said Michelle Flemming, President of Space Forge Inc. “Joining the Space Florida community opens up fantastic opportunities for us. We're eager to play a key role in advancing the US semiconductor industry, especially in line with the CHIPS and Science Act. By using space as a unique lab, we aim to produce top-quality semiconductor materials that will significantly benefit US defense, telecommunications, automotive, and other critical infrastructure industries.”
“We are pleased to welcome UK-based Space Forge Inc. to our community of growing aerospace businesses. Their innovative work will deliver new capabilities for future semiconductor and related manufacturing companies,” stated Lynda Weatherman, President and CEO, Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast. "Their selection of Florida’s Space Coast further enhances our region's continued leadership in aerospace and high-tech manufacturing capabilities.”
"Florida truly is where new ideas take off and we're thrilled to welcome Space Forge to Florida’s growing aerospace community,” said Rob Long, president and CEO of Space Florida. “Their decision to expand operations here is a testament to the thriving ecosystem of talent, resources, and opportunities in the Sunshine State. We look forward to seeing Space Forge’s continued growth and impact on the semiconductor industry.”
In alignment with this vision, Space Forge Inc. is actively recruiting for the role of 'Head of Semiconductors' in the US This key position will be instrumental in advancing the company's mission to support the CHIPS Act and enhance the domestic semiconductor manufacturing capacity.
A recent Semiconductor Industry Association study projects that the US domestic semiconductor manufacturing capacity will triple from 2022 to 2032, reflecting a 203% growth—the largest projected percentage increase in the world during this period. Space Forge Inc. is focused on above shore manufacturing for onshore needs; aiming to be at the forefront of this growth by using space-grown semiconductor crystals as foundational materials for US semiconductor substrate manufacturing operation, thereby addressing national priorities and boosting the US economy.
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