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LEGO to invest more than $1 billion in new factory in Virginia, creating over 1,760 new jobs

It’ll be the second factory in North America

The LEGO Group is slated to invest more than $1 billion to build its first U.S. factory in Chesterfield County near Richmond. (LEGO)

RICHMOND, Va. – The LEGO Group is set to invest more than $1 billion to build its second North American factory in Chesterfield County near Richmond.

The new 1.7 million-square-foot facility will be constructed in Meadowville Technology Park, bringing more than 1,760 near jobs to the Commonwealth.

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Youngkin said by welcoming LEGO, the Commonwealth is welcoming the future of manufacturing.

“The LEGO Group’s decision to establish its U.S. manufacturing plant in Virginia shines a global spotlight on the advantages that make the Commonwealth the best business location in the nation, and we look forward to a long and successful partnership with this iconic company,” said Gov. Glenn Youngkin.

Officials said construction will begin this fall, with the factory slated to open in 2025.

You can find a list of available job opportunities at the new factory by clicking here.


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