Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced that French-owned OPmobility (formerly known as Plastic Omnium group) will establish their first Illinois facility in Normal, Central Illinois to assemble bumpers for Rivian’s R2, which will be available for consumers in 2026. OPmobility will be the first company to locate in Rivian’s new supplier park, which was announced in May 2025. The company plans to make a significant capital investment with support from DCEO’s Reimagining Energy and Vehicles in Illinois (REV Illinois) program, which will enable the company to establish its Illinois-based operations and create 81 new full-time jobs.
“OPmobility’s decision to establish its first Illinois facility in Normal is another win for our state, our workers, and the Central Illinois economy,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “This investment builds on Illinois’ growing EV ecosystem, and it demonstrates the power of programs like REV Illinois to support companies bringing good-paying jobs and innovative technology to our communities. We’re proud to welcome OPmobility, and look forward to the opportunities this facility will create for the region.”
OPmobility is a global leader in sustainable mobility, supporting automotive and mobility players with advanced and smart solutions across exterior and lighting systems, complex modules, energy storage, as well as battery and hydrogen electrification. Its global footprint spans 150 industrial sites and 40 R&D centers, driving the transition to cleaner, more connected mobility through innovation and collaboration.
“This step reflects OPmobility’s commitment to scaling innovation and delivering value across key markets. The U.S. is a key pillar of our strategy, and we’re excited to deepen our presence in a market that continues to shape the future of mobility with this facility in Illinois,” said Thibaut Stern, President North America of OPmobility Exterior & Lighting.
“We appreciate the State of Illinois’s partnership and support in helping attract key suppliers to the Normal area,” said Rivian Founder and CEO RJ Scaringe. “Our Normal supplier park will provide improved material supply logistics as we increase production in 2026 to build R2, in addition to
R1 and our commercial vans.”
Guided by Illinois’ Economic Growth Plan, the REV Illinois program supports a key focus industry for the state – clean energy production and advanced manufacturing – which continues to grow because of the State’s strong commitment to fostering innovation, sustainability, and long-term economic competitiveness. The company will join a growing list of clean energy manufacturers that have recently chosen to expand or establish their business in Illinois, including Richardson Electronics, Adient, and Pure Lithium. As part of the State’s incentive package, the company received a REV Illinois tax credit for their capital investment and commitment to job creation, which can be found here.
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