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Gov. Greg Abbott announces $16.8 billion SpaceX chip manufacturing plant in Texas
Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk Amber.Kite@fox.com (Amber Kite) , as published by Fox 26 Houston
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway It is reported to be an investment of $16.
A significant development is coming to Texas, with Gov. Greg Abbott announcing a major investment by SpaceX. The company is building a semiconductor plant in Grimes County, which is expected to create a substantial number of jobs.
The facility, known as Terafab, will be a major hub for chip manufacturing, particularly for space and AI applications. 8 billion. Further details about the project can be found through local news sources, including Fox 26 Houston, which has more information on the announcement and its implications for the region.
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Category: business Published: August 6, 2026 Source: Fox 26 Houston Reading time: 1 min
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