E Ink, the originator, pioneer, and global commercial leader in ePaper technology, celebrated the groundbreaking of an expansion of the US headquarters in Billerica, Massachusetts. The project expands the footprint at the company’s Billerica Innovation Center, reinforcing E Ink’s long-term commitment to cutting-edge innovation and the Massachusetts technology ecosystem.
An exciting milestone
“Today’s groundbreaking marks an exciting milestone for E Ink as we further invest in the people, technologies, and infrastructure that drive innovation,” said Paul Apen, Chief Business and Operations Officer at E Ink. “Expanding our Billerica campus strengthens our ability to advance technology innovation in the United States, support our customers around the world, and contribute to the continued growth of the local economy and innovation community.”
The expanded facility will provide a new, cutting-edge workspace that inspires collaboration and accelerates advancements in ePaper applications. Construction is expected to be completed by March 2027 with support of NV5 Planning & Design, Inc., IF Design L.L.C., and SPEC Process Engineering & Construction, Inc.
Connection to Massachusetts
E Ink has a storied connection to the state of Massachusetts, having spun out of the MIT Media Lab in 1997 and since establishing its U.S. headquarters in Billerica. The Billerica campus is home to 260+ employees and serves as a key global R&D centre, collaborating closely with customers, academic institutions, and industry partners to develop technologies that enable low-power, highly readable, and sustainable display solutions.
“We’re grateful for the ongoing partnership between the Town of Billerica and E Ink,” said Katherine Malgieri, Director, Planning & Community Development at the Town of Billerica. “This latest project is expected to create new jobs during development and upon completion, further contributing to the region’s innovation economy.”