Intel said on July 13 that it will invest €5 billion, or about $5.7 billion, to expand its Leixlip site in Ireland, adding capacity for advanced silicon production tied to Intel 3 and next-generation Xeon processors. The company said the project will upgrade existing fab facilities, install advanced manufacturing equipment, and expand automated track systems to connect modules across the campus into a more efficient production setup. Intel also plans to use existing cleanroom space to ramp volume production of Intel Xeon 6 and future Xeon chips built on Intel 3, while continuing core research and development work. The company said the investment is aimed at meeting demand from artificial intelligence and high-performance computing markets, with output intended to support future “AI factories.” Intel added that it has invested more than €30 billion in Ireland since entering the country in 1989. The Leixlip site now employs about 4,900 people and is one of the company’s most advanced manufacturing bases globally. Intel Foundry executive vice president and chief technology and operations officer Naga Chandrasekaran said the spending reflects a long-term commitment to expand capacity and serve foundry customers. Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin and IDA Ireland CEO Michael Lohan also backed the move.