Lightship has signed a lease on a 32,000-square-foot facility in Broomfield, Colorado, to expand manufacturing operations for the company’s Lightship L1 electric RV.
Lightship began taking orders on the RV in March and is expected to begin manufacturing in late 2024.
“This is a big milestone for Lightship and a stepping stone to ultimately producing thousands of vehicles in the future and helping to introduce electrification to a pastime enjoyed by millions of American families,” said Toby Kraus, Lightship CEO and co-founder. “I grew up in Colorado and am thrilled for Lightship to set up its first production facility and contribute to the growing ecosystem of climate tech and hardware manufacturing in my home state.”
The newly constructed building developed by McWhinney is located within the Baseline Innovation District, and Lightship is expected to move in and begin operations in 2024. The company projects it will add dozens of high-tech manufacturing and clean technology jobs as it ramps up production.
“We are excited to open this new facility and grow the team that will build our first product, an RV that is safe, reliable and built to last,” said Hayley Cashdollar, Lightship head of manufacturing. “Lightship will be recruiting for a production team of associates, technicians, engineers and more to deliver our all-electric, aerodynamic travel trailer to enhance the outdoor travel experience.”
Lightship said the facility represents a key indicator of the company’s projected growth as it ramps up large-scale production. The manufacturer said it plans to showcase the L1 at various Colorado events, including the Overland Expo Mountain West in Loveland Aug. 25-27.
