Charged Up: CEL Critical Power Opens First American Manufacturing Facility

James City County recently marked a major economic development milestone with the opening of CEL Critical Power’s first American manufacturing facility, reinforcing the region’s growing role in advanced manufacturing and critical infrastructure support.

Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, CEL Critical Power is a global provider of power distribution and control solutions for data centers and high-performance computing environments. The new James City County facility represents a significant investment in the Commonwealth and will manufacture power distribution systems, switchgear equipment, and remote power panels for customers across the United States.

GuernseyTingle is part of the design team supporting this new manufacturing facility, collaborating closely with CEL Critical Power and project partners to create a space that meets the technical demands of advanced manufacturing while supporting future growth. The facility was designed to balance efficiency, flexibility, and durability, reflecting the specialized requirements of critical power production.

State and local leaders joined company representatives for the opening celebration, highlighting the project’s importance to Virginia’s economy. Governor Glenn Youngkin and James City County officials emphasized the facility’s role in strengthening the region’s manufacturing base, supporting supply chains for data centers, and creating long-term career opportunities for area residents.

The opening of CEL Critical Power’s first U.S. manufacturing operation underscores James City County’s attractiveness to international companies seeking a skilled workforce, strategic location, and strong public-private partnerships. For GuernseyTingle, the project represents another opportunity to support forward-looking industrial development that contributes to economic vitality across the region.