Solstice Advanced Materials, a leading specialty materials company, has officially broken ground on a $200 million expansion of its electronic materials facility in Spokane Valley. The upgrade will double the facility’s production capacity for sputtering targets by 2029, positioning Solstice to meet surging demand amid rapid industry growth.

"This groundbreaking represents more than an investment in our Spokane operations – it's an investment in our customers and in the future of American semiconductor innovation," said Solstice President and CEO David Sewell.

"As demand accelerates for artificial intelligence, high-speed computing and connected technologies, we are preparing the Spokane facility to deliver the quality, reliability and scale our customers need to drive innovation. The expansion project underscores our commitment to strengthening supply chain resilience, enhancing production efficiency and driving sustainable manufacturing innovation in this exciting growth market."

Sputtering targets are essential for producing high-speed, reliable interconnects in today’s most advanced logic and memory devices, making the Spokane expansion a cornerstone for next-generation semiconductor fabrication.

"Our customers are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in chip design, and they depend on partners who can move with the same speed and precision," said Simon Mawson, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Electronic & Specialty Materials at Solstice Advanced Materials.

"This expansion is about giving them reliable access to the highest-quality materials, shorter lead times and the confidence that Solstice will be there to support their innovation and growth every step of the way."

The project will also boost the local economy. Of the $200 million investment, around $80 million will be spent with Washington-based suppliers. The company expects to add more than 80 new positions and invest in upskilling technicians.