Kopin plans Massachusetts expansion to boost MicroLED manufacturing
KOPN•Kopin plans to move its headquarters to expand MicroLED manufacturing in Massachusetts, with the phased project potentially creating up to 80 jobs over five years. State support includes a $1.46 million tax credit and an $800,000 equipment grant; the project builds on an additional $18.6 million Defense Department award.
1. Expansion plans
Kopin plans to move its headquarters to 75 North Drive, freeing space at its existing 125 North Drive facility for expanded production of MicroLED displays for defense and AI infrastructure. The phased expansion could create up to 80 jobs over the next five years.
2. State and federal support
Massachusetts support includes an approximately $1.46 million Investment Tax Credit for facilities and workforce, plus an $800,000 equipment grant. The project builds on an additional $18.6 million Defense Department award for color MicroLED technology, bringing total program funding to $34 million.
