Viakable Expands La Salle, Illinois, Production Operations

Area Development News Desk

10/08/2026

Electrical cable manufacturer Viakable plans to expand its operations in La Salle, Illinois. The $55 million project is expected to create 50 jobs.

The investment will include a 22,000-square-foot addition to the company’s existing manufacturing facility, increasing production capacity for wire drawing, cabling, extrusion and packaging.

“Over the past eight years, the La Salle team has expanded its capabilities and demonstrated its commitment to our customers,” said Viakable CEO Carlos Ramos. “This project will increase our manufacturing capacity and enable us to continue delivering reliable solutions for energy infrastructure in the U.S. and North America.”

To support the project, Viakable received assistance through Illinois’ Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) program. As part of the agreement, the company has committed to creating at least 50 new full-time jobs and retaining 65 existing employees.

“By expanding in La Salle, Viakable is bringing more production to Illinois, creating new opportunities for workers, and reinforcing the region’s role in our state’s manufacturing economy,” noted Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Director Kristin Richards. “Through our EDGE program, DCEO is proud to support investments like this that grow businesses, create jobs, and position Illinois for continued long-term economic growth.”

Viakable, a subsidiary of XIGNUX, is a manufacturer of electrical cables and conductors used in power generation, transmission, and distribution systems.

“Viakable’s expansion is a powerful example of what can happen when Illinois builds lasting relationships with companies, and we're proud of the confidence Xignux has placed in Illinois,” added Illinois Economic Development Corporation President and CEO Christy George. “This expansion builds on La Salle’s manufacturing strength and demonstrates why Illinois is a premier state for global companies looking to grow in North America.”

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