New manufacturing lines in Milpitas, California will support an anticipated 7x increase in production of Cerebras CS-3 systems as demand for high-performance AI infrastructure accelerates.

SUNNYVALE, Calif. and MILPITAS, Calif., July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Flex and Cerebras Systems Inc. today announced an expanded manufacturing partnership to scale production of the Cerebras CS-3, one of the world’s most advanced AI accelerator systems, at Flex manufacturing facilities in Milpitas, California. As demand for AI infrastructure accelerates, the collaboration reflects a significant expansion of advanced manufacturing capacity in the United States.

The expanded operation is expected to increase CS-3 production capacity by approximately 7x through 2026, supported by new production lines, expanded floor space, advanced test infrastructure, and additional skilled manufacturing talent based in California.

At a time when electronics manufacturing is often associated with overseas supply chains, this partnership demonstrates that some of the world’s most sophisticated AI systems are being designed, assembled, integrated, and tested in the heart of Silicon Valley.

“The CS-3 is unlike any computer system ever built, and scaling its production requires an extraordinary manufacturing partner. Flex brings the technical depth, operational rigor, and manufacturing expertise needed to support that scale,” said Dhiraj Mallick, COO of Cerebras. “People often think the entire AI manufacturing and packaging supply chain lives overseas, but everyday across the U.S., teams of American engineers and technicians are building state-of-the-art AI systems that power frontier AI workloads around the world.”

The CS-3 is built on Cerebras’ industry-leading wafer-scale engine architecture, featuring a processor physically larger than any conventional AI chip. The system integrates advanced liquid cooling, high-density power delivery, precision mechanical assembly, and tightly coordinated networking infrastructure into a platform designed for large-scale AI training and inference.

Manufacturing the CS-3 presents challenges rarely encountered in traditional server production. Each system requires specialized handling processes, custom tooling, precision calibration, and extensive system-level validation. Flex engineers worked closely with Cerebras to develop dedicated assembly flows, automated test stations, and new manufacturing methodologies tailored specifically to wafer-scale computing systems.

“The CS-3 does not resemble a conventional server or rack-scale compute platform,” said Rob Campbell, President of Communication, Enterprise and Cloud at Flex. “Every stage of the manufacturing process—from mechanical integration to thermal validation and final system qualification—required deep collaboration between our engineering teams. We thank Cerebras for their partnership in demonstrating what American advanced manufacturing can achieve when two highly technical organizations work side by side.”

To support the ramp, Flex is expanding dedicated manufacturing operations for Cerebras in Milpitas, with multiple new assembly and integration lines coming online through 2026. The footprint devoted to CS-3 manufacturing is expected to grow substantially this year as production accelerates to meet customer demand from AI model developers, cloud providers, and enterprise customers.

The expansion is also contributing to growth in high-skilled manufacturing roles across the region, including manufacturing, systems integration, quality, supply chain, and testing.

Inside the Milpitas facility, production operations span precision mechanical assembly, high-power electrical integration, liquid cooling installation, optical networking validation, and full-rack system qualification. To support growing demand, the site has expanded into a high-throughput manufacturing environment with parallel integration lines, enhanced burn-in and validation areas, additional automated test infrastructure, and increased warehouse and logistics capacity for critical components and finished systems. Tooling and fixtures will enable multiple CS-3 systems to move through integration and testing simultaneously, which is expected to significantly increase throughput while maintaining the rigorous quality and reliability standards required for large-scale AI deployments.

To learn more, please visit cerebras.ai/flex.

About Flex

Flex (Reg. No. 199002645H) is the manufacturing partner of choice that helps leading brands design, build, and manage products that improve the world. With a global footprint spanning 30 countries, Flex delivers advanced manufacturing and supply chain solutions, innovative products and technology, and lifecycle services that support customers from concept to scale. In the AI era, Flex is helping customers accelerate data center deployment by solving power, heat, and scale challenges through cutting-edge power and cooling technology and scalable IT infrastructure solutions. For information about Flex’s intent to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure portfolio, visit: https://flex.com/transaction-resources

About Cerebras Systems

Cerebras Systems (NASDAQ: CBRS) is building the fastest AI infrastructure in the world. Cerebras is a team of pioneering computer architects, computer scientists, AI researchers, and engineers of all types that have come together to make AI blisteringly fast through innovation and invention. Cerebras believes that when AI is fast, it will change the world. Cerebras’ flagship technology, the Wafer-Scale Engine 3 (WSE-3) is the world’s largest and fastest commercialized AI processor. Fifty-eight times larger than a leading GPU chip, the WSE-3 uses a fraction of the power per unit compute while delivering inference up to 15 times faster than leading GPU-based solutions as benchmarked on leading open-source models. Leading corporations, research institutes, and governments on four continents chose Cerebras to run their AI workloads. Cerebras solutions are available on premises and in the cloud.

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Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements, including but not limited to: the anticipated 7x increase in production of CS-3 systems, multiple new assembly and integration lines coming online through 2026, the expected substantial growth this year in the footprint devoted to CS-3 manufacturing, and the expected significant increase in throughput of CS-3 systems while maintaining quality and reliability. You can identify forward-looking statements by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. These statements may include words such as “anticipate”, “estimate”, “expect”, “project”, “plan”, “intend”, “target”, “aim”, “believe”, “may”, “will”, “should”, “becoming”, “look forward”, “could”, “can,” “can have”, “likely” and other words and terms of similar meaning. Forward-looking statements give our current expectations and projections relating to the information in this press release. Neither Cerebras, Flex, nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of these forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included in this press release relate only to events and information as of the date hereof. Neither Cerebras nor Flex undertakes any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by law. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those that we expected. 

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WASHINGTON, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Beacon Global Strategies (BGS), an advisory firm helping companies mitigate business risk, drive growth, and navigate an increasingly complex geopolitical environment, today announced the launch of its new Energy Practice to help clients address the growing intersection of energy markets, geopolitical risk, and national security. The firm also announced that Clayton Seigle has joined BGS as a Managing Director to lead the newly established practice.

Energy security has moved to the center of the national security agenda. Companies operating across the energy sector and adjacent industries are faced with new opportunities and risks from the energy dominance agenda, evolving global supply chains, strategic energy chokepoints, the weaponization of energy as a geopolitical tool, increasing competition for critical minerals, and surging demand for AI infrastructure. BGS’s Energy Practice will help clients anticipate and respond to these dynamics, providing strategic advisory that connects energy market intelligence to U.S. government policy and geopolitical risk.

Mr. Seigle brings more than 26 years of experience at the nexus of global energy markets, geopolitics, and corporate advisory. He most recently served as Senior Fellow and James R. Schlesinger Chair in Energy and Geopolitics at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), where he provided strategic insights to policymakers and energy sector leaders on global energy security challenges and regularly briefed officials across the White House, Treasury, Energy, and State Departments and on Capitol Hill. Prior to CSIS, Mr. Seigle served as Director of Global Oil at Rapidan Energy Group, where he delivered proprietary oil market forecasts and scenarios to energy ministries, national oil companies, policymakers, and investor audiences.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Seigle played instrumental roles driving growth and market impact at leading energy intelligence firms Vortexa and Genscape, held senior positions delivering strategic insights to energy sector clients at IHS Markit, CERA, and Maxar, and began his career at Enron and the U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration authoring intelligence briefs on OPEC nations. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Houston Committee on Foreign Relations and previously served as Vice President of the U.S. Association for Energy Economics.

“Energy has become one of the defining arenas of geopolitical competition, and our clients need strategic counsel that spans both the market and the policy dimensions of that challenge,” said Michael Allen, Managing Director at Beacon Global Strategies. “Clay brings rare depth at that intersection, combining decades of energy market intelligence with direct experience advising senior government officials. His leadership will enable BGS to deliver best-in-class advisory as companies navigate an increasingly complex energy and national security landscape.”

“Energy security is no longer a sector-specific issue. It sits at the heart of great power competition, supply chain strategy, and critical infrastructure policy,” said Clayton Seigle, Managing Director at BGS. “I look forward to helping BGS clients turn the complexity of today’s energy environment into strategic advantage, drawing on the firm’s deep expertise in geopolitical risk and national security.”

Mr. Seigle holds a Master of Arts in International Relations and Economics from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) and a Bachelor of Arts in Government from the University of Texas at Austin.

About Beacon Global Strategies
Founded in 2013, Beacon Global Strategies is a strategic advisory firm specializing in geopolitical risk analysis, national security, and defense advisory services. BGS helps clients navigate global security challenges through tailored solutions that operate at the intersection of policy, technology, and defense.

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Opening on July 13, Beaulieu Vineyard welcomes guests into its restored historic winery buildings, where elevated hospitality experiences, culinary storytelling and immersive wine education bring more than a century of Napa Valley history to life.

RUTHERFORD, Calif., July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Founded in 1900 by Georges and Fernande de Latour and later guided by the pioneering vision of André Tchelistcheff, Beaulieu Vineyard (BV) played a defining role in establishing Napa Valley’s reputation for world-class Cabernet Sauvignon and elevating California wine on the global stage. Today, the winery reveals its new hospitality center ahead of welcoming guests on July 13, ushering in a new era for one of Napa Valley’s most influential estates.

Following a landmark, two-year renovation, BV’s historic stone winery buildings have been restored and transformed into welcoming hospitality spaces designed to connect visitors more deeply with the wines, vineyards, and people behind one of Napa Valley’s earliest wineries. The project represents the most significant transformation of the visitor experience in the winery’s modern history, introducing seven distinct tasting spaces, Beaulieu Vineyard’s first dedicated culinary program, immersive education, and expanded areas for dedicated club members.

“Few wineries have had a greater influence on Napa Valley and American winemaking history than Beaulieu Vineyard,” said Ben Dollard, President, Treasury Americas, a division of Treasury Wine Estates. “From helping establish Cabernet Sauvignon as Napa Valley’s signature variety to inspiring generations of winemakers, BV has played a defining role in shaping the region we know today. This opening marks a new era for Beaulieu Vineyard—one that honors our history while ensuring this iconic winery continues to inspire wine lovers for generations to come.”

Since 2016, Beaulieu Vineyard has invested significantly in viticultural advancements to continually elevate wine quality. With this renovation, that commitment expands to the guest experience, establishing a thoughtfully reimagined destination for the next generation of wine enthusiasts and Napa Valley visitors.

“As we continue elevating the quality of our wines, it was equally important to create a guest experience that reflects the same commitment to excellence. Our new hospitality center allows visitors to engage with every world-class wine we make. I think André would be very proud of this new space and our continued commitment to excellence,” said Nate Weis, Senior Winemaker and General Manager.

A REIMAGINED EXPERIENCE ROOTED IN HISTORY

More than a renovation, BV Director of Hospitality Luke Magnini says the team envisioned a new approach to hospitality. “At Beaulieu Vineyard, our guests can walk through the same historic winery buildings where generations of winemakers worked, discover stories that helped shape Rutherford and Napa Valley, and gather around food and wine experiences inspired by the traditions established by Georges and Fernande de Latour. It’s an experience that connects the past and present in a very tangible and personal way.”

Designed by Signum Architecture with interiors by San Francisco-based firm BAMO, the new BV Hospitality Center beautifully blends old and new. Historic stone winery structures dating to the 1880s were carefully restored, while contemporary design interventions such as floor-to-ceiling glass enhance light, openness, and connection to the surrounding Rutherford landscape. Reclaimed redwood from former winery tanks and salvaged Douglas Fir featuring signatures and musings from generations of winery workers were incorporated in the property, creating a dialogue between the winery’s past and present.

A welcoming arrival journey guides visitors into a reception area, where a timeline highlights the winery’s most important contributions to Napa Valley and American wine, to the light-filled Rutherford Atrium and the open-air 1885 Courtyard, a nod to the year the stone building was constructed. From there, the dual-level facility transitions into the flagship Georges de Latour Private Reserve Wine Library, tailored for collectors, and the Founders’ Garage, where guests can view Georges de Latour’s Cadillac up close—the same car he drove to San Francisco in 1938 to pick up André Tchelistcheff upon his arrival from France.

Upstairs in the historic building, the expansive André Tchelistcheff Hall features flexible seating for events framed by panoramic vineyard views. A glass jewel box called The Rarity Room at the end of the hall showcases the estate’s Rarity Cabernet Sauvignon, of which only six vintages have ever been released. A dedicated club member bar, called the Maestro Lounge, and the outdoor Madame de Latour Terrace give special recognition to longtime devotees of the brand.

Historical artifacts and custom artwork created by two Bay Area artists are thoughtfully integrated throughout the experience, creating an immersive journey and a new discovery in every corner.

FIRST-EVER CULINARY PROGRAM

Among the most significant additions to the winery is the launch of Beaulieu Vineyard’s first dedicated culinary program led by Winery Chef Sam McKenzie. For the first time in the winery’s history, culinary has been fully integrated into the guest experience, creating new opportunities for visitors to engage with BV’s wines, hospitality traditions, and storytelling.

The culinary program offers a contemporary interpretation of the estate’s rich history. Guests will encounter dishes inspired by archival menus and the entertaining traditions established by Madame de Latour that evolved through the generations, thoughtfully reinterpreted through a contemporary lens. In many ways, the culinary program offers a modern expression of the hospitality that helped define Beaulieu Vineyard from its earliest days.

For Chef McKenzie, the philosophy begins not in the kitchen, but in the glass. “At Beaulieu Vineyard, the starting point is always the wine,” said McKenzie. “Our role in the kitchen is to create dishes that complement and elevate what is in the glass so that each element works in harmony, and the wine completes the experience. When it all comes together, the food isn’t separate from the story; it’s part of it.”

The culinary program extends across multiple experiences, from introductory tastings starting at $50 per person to the Time Traveler Experience at $300 per person.

SUSTAINABILITY

Just as Georges and Fernande were guided by a deep appreciation for the beauty and potential of Rutherford, BV’s renovation balances preservation with progress. The project adopted an adaptive reuse approach that preserved the historic stone winery buildings while reducing environmental impact. Ninety-nine percent of removed construction materials were recycled or repurposed. Sustainably focused improvements include a new solar array generating more than 30 percent of the winery’s electricity needs, EV charging infrastructure, an all-electric commercial kitchen, and water-wise landscaping. These investments support the winery’s commitment to carbon neutrality in its operations by 2030.

For Carl Evans, Sr. Vice President of Consumer Experience at Treasury Americas, the new hospitality center reflects a broader ambition to ensure Beaulieu Vineyard remains one of Napa Valley’s most compelling wine destinations for generations to come.

“Beaulieu Vineyard helped shape Napa Valley into one of the world’s great wine regions, and we believed its guest experience should reflect that. We kept that in mind as we considered every detail and decision along this journey. As a result, we have created something that is relevant, engaging and distinctly BV, and we are excited to share it.”

Reservations for the new hospitality center are open, and guests can book their visits online at bvwines.com, with public tastings and tours commencing on Monday, July 13.

About Beaulieu Vineyard
Established in Rutherford, Napa Valley, in 1900, Beaulieu Vineyard (BV) is one of California’s most historic wineries and a standard bearer for Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Guided by the original vision of founders Georges and Fernande de Latour and the lasting influence of legendary enologist André Tchelistcheff, BV has helped shape the reputation of Napa Valley wine for more than a century. Today, Beaulieu Vineyard continues its commitment to craftsmanship and innovation. For more information, visit bvwines.com or follow @bvwines on Instagram.

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