Milton Keynes, UK – Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI), a global leader in power solutions, has invested in a new, upgraded site for its Milton Keynes battery development operations, strengthening its ability to design advanced battery technologies while supporting the UK’s role in clean energy innovation and advanced manufacturing.
The Accelera™ by Cummins research and development facility is the result of a £10 million investment in the site and includes new laser welding equipment, additional testing capabilities and a broader range of electrochemistry systems. These capabilities support the continued development of battery pack technologies for the transportation sector and demonstrate Cummins’ commitment to supporting highly skilled engineering roles in Milton Keynes.
Jon Wood, Chief Technical Officer at Cummins, said: “The Milton Keynes facility plays an important role in advancing innovation in the region, with the team here helping to drive the development of advanced battery technologies for commercial applications. This investment reinforces Cummins’ capabilities in the UK and builds on the strong engineering talent in the region. It reflects our commitment to offering customers a diverse portfolio of power solutions, meeting them where they are and investing where customer demand is strongest, so we can support the many paths our customers are taking today while developing the next generation of power solutions for the future.”
Brian Wilson, Vice President & General Manager of eMobility at Accelera by Cummins, said: “This investment reflects our focus on building the right battery capabilities in the right locations to support customers as they navigate the energy transition. Establishing operations at this new site in Milton Keynes helps strengthen our global network and supports continued improvements in performance, reliability and cost competitiveness as we scale solutions for commercial applications.”
Peter Kyle, Secretary of State for Business and Trade, said: “The UK is one of the best places in the world to invest and Cummins’ £10 million upgrade is a clear vote of confidence in our economy, backing skilled jobs in Milton Keynes. This is exactly the kind of investment our Industrial Strategy is designed to deliver. By backing advanced manufacturing and clean energy, we’re strengthening the UK’s battery ecosystem, boosting our industrial capability, and driving innovation right across the sector.”
Emily Darlington, MP for Milton Keynes Central, said: “I was very pleased to be able to join Cummins in opening their facility today. It was a lovely opportunity to chat with an important employer in Milton Keynes, and I am so proud of the role they play in driving Milton Keynes’ growth. We are thrilled to welcome this fantastic new facility, which secures more high-quality jobs for local people, and bringing in those further afield too. Sitting right at the heart of the Oxford-Cambridge corridor, Milton Keynes is the prime example of why this region is such a fantastic place to invest, innovate, and grow.”
Cummins employs approximately 5,500 people across 16 UK sites, with 100 highly skilled roles located in Milton Keynes, underscoring its commitment to developing engineering talent and clean technology in the region.
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