# Magna International expands lighting division in Querétaro, Mexico

Magna International has started a US$17-million expansion of its lighting division in Querétaro, Mexico, adding approximately 165,000 square feet and creating over 280 new jobs. Production is expected to start in 2024.

- Type: Expansion
- Announced: 2023-08-10
- Where: Querétaro, Mexico, Mexico
- Value: $17.0M
- Jobs: 280
- Starts operating: 2024
- Status: under construction
- Capacity: approximately 165,000 square feet
- Products: rear lighting technology, tail lamps, appliques
- Sectors: [Automotive Components](https://endata.com/sectors/automotive-components.md)

## Companies

- [Magna International](https://endata.com/companies/2534.md)

## Sources

- [canplastics.com](https://www.canplastics.com/canplastics/magna-expands-lighting-division-in-mexico/1003461724/), 2023-08-10: "Lighting is a growing segment within the mobility industry, playing a critical role in both vehicle safety and design and aligning perfectly with our forward-thinking business strategy."
- [autotechinsight.spglobal.com](https://autotechinsight.spglobal.com/news/5271932/magna-to-invest-17-million-to-expand-its-lighting-division-in-mexico), 2023-08-11: "To serve its several new customers, leading automotive supplier Magna announced the capacity expansion of its lighting division in Querétaro, Mexico."

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