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Apple, Corning Turn Kentucky Plant Into Exclusive Source of iPhone and Apple Watch Cover Glass

The Harrodsburg expansion positions Apple to onshore all cover glass for iPhone, Apple Watch by 2026.

Overview

  • Corning said it will triple output at Harrodsburg and boost the workforce by about 50% as the facility shifts to Apple work.
  • The company expects the plant to supply 100% of iPhone and Apple Watch cover glass by the end of 2026.
  • Apple has committed $2.5 billion to enable the transition, with some financial and operational terms kept proprietary by the companies.
  • An Apple‑Corning Innovation Center at the site will unite scientists and engineers to advance materials R&D and manufacturing.
  • Apple CEO Tim Cook visited the factory Friday, as coverage from the plant included an interview segment on CNBC.