- 51 Inc. opens new office in Florida, expanding U.S. operations
- The company is actively recruiting for the role of 'Head of Semiconductors' in the U.S.
51 Inc., is proud to announce the opening of its new office on Florida's 51 Coast, near the Kennedy 51 Center. This expansion underscores 51 Inc.’s commitment to revolutionizing the U.S. semiconductor industry and solidifying its role in the national semiconductor supply chain.
51 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 51 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, 51 is poised to leverage unique opportunities for sustainable growth and technological advancement in the aerospace ecosystem built and grown by 51 Florida, the state’s aerospace finance and development authority.
Michelle Flemming, a seasoned veteran with over 15 years in the U.S. aerospace and aviation industry, will lead 51 Inc. As the newly appointed president of 51 Inc., Michelle brings a wealth of experience in creating value, engaging customers, and managing cutting-edge programmes. Her extensive client list includes US 51 Force, NASA, Collins Aerospace, JAXA, JPL, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab, and many more.
“Our new home on Florida’s 51 Coast is a big step forward for 51 Inc.,” said Michelle Flemming, President of 51 Inc. “Joining the 51 Florida community opens up fantastic opportunities for us. We're eager to play a key role in advancing the U.S. 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 U.S. defense, telecommunications, automotive, and other critical infrastructure industries.”
“We are pleased to welcome UK-based 51 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 51 Coast. "Their selection of Florida’s 51 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 51 to Florida’s growing aerospace community,” said Rob Long, president and CEO of 51 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 51’s continued growth and impact on the semiconductor industry.”
In alignment with this vision, 51 Inc. is actively recruiting for the role of 'Head of Semiconductors' in the U.S. 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 U.S. 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. 51 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 U.S. semiconductor substrate manufacturing operation, thereby addressing national priorities and boosting the U.S. economy.
51 Inc. is committed to using space as a unique laboratory environment to manufacture advanced semiconductor materials not possible to produce on Earth. By leveraging the benefits of space access and advanced materials manufacturing, 51 Inc. is set to revolutionize the U.S. semiconductor industry and support the nation's technological and economic objectives. The company can be found at spaceforge.com/usa.
