08/12/2026
Gov. Beshear: BOS Innovations Celebrates Grand Opening of New $5.4 Million Facility in Lexington, Creating 111 Quality Jobs
Project announced in June 2025 is the company’s first U.S. operation
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 12, 2026) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted an exciting new addition to the state’s manufacturing industry as BOS Innovations, a Canadian-based industry leader in developing advanced robotic systems, celebrated the grand opening of the company’s new manufacturing operation in Lexington, a $5.4 million investment creating 111 full-time Kentucky jobs.
“Kentucky is a leader in the advanced manufacturing sector because of our diverse workforce, unique location and business-friendly environment,” said Gov. Beshear. “I am proud to see that strong track record continue today for both manufacturing and foreign direct investment as BOS Innovations takes its next step forward here in their New Kentucky Home. Thank you to this company’s leadership for investing in our commonwealth and for creating good jobs for our people.”
BOS Innovations’ strategic expansion into Kentucky comes in response to the company’s growing U.S. customer base. The new operation will allow for enhanced service responsiveness, improved cross-border collaboration and better supply chain integration. The Lexington facility will serve as the company’s first operation in the United States, adding long-term value to both the Ontario and Kentucky manufacturing ecosystems.
“More than ever, manufacturers are investing in automation that delivers measurable operational value, but realizing that value depends on successful integration,” said Ben Huigenbos, president of BOS Innovations. “This facility represents an important investment in serving American manufacturers more closely, providing a place where customers can collaborate with our engineers, explore proven solutions, and move forward with greater confidence in their technology decision.”
“The commonwealth of Kentucky has long been central to BOS’ engineering and innovation efforts, making it the ideal home for a facility that showcases exceptional support and cutting-edge solutions tailored to our customers’ needs,” said Ken Meno, director of sales at BOS Innovations.
BOS Innovations Inc. is located in London, Ontario, and is a Canadian leader in automation integration, specializing in the engineering and deployment of advanced robotic production systems for industrial manufacturers. The company delivers customized automation solutions – including advanced robotics, laser, welding, precision assembly and advanced inspection systems – that enable clients across North America to increase productivity, quality and competitiveness.
Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton noted the area’s ongoing success in attracting quality businesses and job opportunities: “Tech businesses are attracted to Lexington because of our highly educated workforce. We work to grow new jobs every day, for example by establishing new business parks that will attract thousands of new jobs here. Lexington is setting all-time records for the number of people working in our community. In addition to providing employment opportunities for our residents, economic growth makes the high quality of life we enjoy possible. Congratulations to BOS Innovations, and welcome to Lexington!”
Commerce Lexington Board Chair Nick Nicholson highlighted the company’s growth and innovation: “We are very excited to welcome BOS Innovations to the Greater Lexington region. As one of the fastest-growing companies in Canada, this award-winning business has been on the cutting edge of industrial automation solutions for manufacturing firms. As our number one trading partner, the commonwealth already has a great relationship with Canada, and this new facility will further strengthen that bond. We look forward to helping the BOS Innovations team with their business needs as they grow right here in our own backyard.”
BOS Innovations’ investment and job creation furthers what has been the best six-year period for economic growth in state history.
Since the beginning of his administration, Gov. Beshear has announced more than 1,300 private-sector new-location and expansion projects totaling over $50.7 billion in announced investments, creating more than 70,000 jobs. This is the highest investment figure secured during the tenure of any governor in the commonwealth’s history and $29 billion more than the next highest total.
Gov. Beshear has announced some of the largest economic development projects in state history, which have solidified Kentucky as the battery capital of the United States: AESC’s $2 billion, 2,000-job gigafactory project in Warren County; Ford Motor Co.’s $2 billion, 2,200-job commitment in Louisville, as well as its $2 billion, 2,100-job project at the Kentucky 1 plant in Hardin County; Shelbyville Battery Manufacturing’s $712 million investment, creating 1,572 jobs in Shelby County; and Toyota’s $1.3 billion investment in Scott County, among others.
The Governor announced Kentucky once again set an all-time record for products shipped globally, with $51.6 billion in exports in 2025, representing a 7.65% increase over 2024.
Unemployment rates fell in all 120 counties between December 2024 and December 2025.
The Governor’s administration also secured the largest General Fund budget surplus and Rainy Day Fund. In 2023, Kentucky recorded over 2 million jobs filled for the first time ever and has stayed above that number ever since.
In addition, Kentucky has secured rating increases from major credit rating agencies Fitch Ratings, S&P Global Ratings and Moody’s Investors Service.
Earlier this year, Site Selection magazine ranked Kentucky in the top five nationally and second in the South Central region for economic development projects per capita in its 2025 Governor’s Cup rankings. In June, Area Development magazine awarded the commonwealth a Silver Shovel designation in its 2025 Shovel Awards, which highlight states for attracting high-value investment projects that will create a significant number of new jobs in their communities.
Gov. Beshear also announced a new initiative, called New Kentucky Home, to increase economic investment, attain and attract talent, and increase tourism across the state.
To encourage investment and job growth in the community, the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA) in June 2025 preliminarily approved an incentive agreement with the company under the Kentucky Business Investment program.
For more information on BOS Innovations, visit bosinnovations.com.
A detailed community profile for Fayette County can be viewed here.
Information on Kentucky’s economic development efforts and programs is available at NewKentuckyHome.ky.gov. Fans of the Cabinet for Economic Development can also join the discussion at facebook.com/CEDkygov, on Twitter , Instagram and LinkedIn.
Read about other key updates, actions and information from Gov. Beshear and his administration at governor.ky.gov and the Governor’s official social media accounts Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
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