Micron's Virginia fab begins producing America's most advanced DRAM memory — fab expansion to quadruple output, easing DDR4 shortage for automotive and defense sectors
Micron has commenced production of advanced DRAM memory at its expanded facility in Manassas, Virginia. This $2 billion investment will quadruple DDR4 wafer output, addressing shortages in the automotive and defense sectors. The expansion is part of Micron's broader strategy to enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities and support long-lifecycle industries.
- ▪Micron's Manassas expansion represents a $2 billion investment supported by $275 million in CHIPS and Science Act funding.
- ▪The facility will quadruple DDR4 wafer output, easing supply constraints for automotive and defense sectors.
- ▪Micron is the only memory manufacturer in the United States, focusing on long-lifecycle customers.
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Tech Industry Micron's Virginia fab begins producing America's most advanced DRAM memory — fab expansion to quadruple output, easing DDR4 shortage for automotive and defense sectors News By Luke James published 23 May 2026 The $2 billion Manassas expansion quadruples DDR4 wafer output. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Credit: Micron Technology) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Micron announced this week that it has begun manufacturing 1α (1-alpha) DRAM at its Manassas, Virginia, facility.
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