Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI), a global power solutions leader, is investing $50 million in its multi-purpose power systems plant in Daventry, strengthening the UK’s role in delivering reliable back-up power for critical global infrastructure.
This announcement was made during the UK Government’s inaugural Regional Investment Summit, underscoring Cummins’ long-term commitment to British manufacturing.
The 435,000 sq. ft. Cummins site on Royal Oak Way South designs, manufactures and distributes 38 litre to 95 litre engines for use across a range of global sectors, including data centres, healthcare, oil & gas, rail and marine applications.
Cummins Daventry has been operating for over 50 years, supporting local employment and communities. This latest announcement stems from the previously announced $200m investment package, which aims to increase manufacturing capacity through the creation of a new 315 sq m assembly line facility housing three new machining centres and block wash. Development will also see the refurbishment of test cell capacities, supporting growing demand for power generation products around the world.
Jenny Bush, President, Cummins Power Systems, said:
“Cummins is investing around $50 million in its Daventry site, which is expected to secure skilled jobs, strengthen local communities and supply chains, and expand the critical power infrastructure that places Cummins and the UK at the heart of growth in AI and the emerging data-centre ecosystem. This investment is made possible when governments maintain competitive, predictable operating environments primed for long term growth.”
Roy Free, Plant Manager, Cummins Daventry, said:
“This investment reflects the dedication of our Daventry workforce, who continue to deliver world-class power solutions to customers around the world. It ensures our site remains at the forefront of innovation, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing for decades to come.”
Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves MP, said:
“This $50 million investment by Cummins – an announcement I was pleased to make at our Regional Investment Summit – is a huge vote of confidence in British manufacturing.
“Not only will it strengthen our energy supply chains, but it will also play a crucial role in powering data centres driving advances in AI, as well as hospitals and other public services we all rely on. This is our modern Industrial Strategy in action, delivering good jobs and growth.”
The Cummins Daventry Plant employs over 1,100 people and is one of many sites operated by the manufacturer across the UK. The plant plays a significant role in Cummins’ global operations, specialising in the production of advanced power generation sets and high-horsepower engines.
In 2023, Cummins opened a state-of-the-art solar farm to power its Daventry engine plant, helping to reduce the carbon footprint of the site. The 20,000m² solar farm has the capacity to generate 1.8 megawatts of renewable energy, equivalent to powering 746 domestic properties for a year.
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