In a significant development for the global technology sector, Nvidia has announced plans to construct a state-of-the-art campus in Kiryat Tivon, Israel. This ambitious project not only marks a major milestone for Nvidia but also underscores Israel’s growing importance as a key hub for technological innovation.
With an estimated investment of approximately 4.3 trillion dollars, Nvidia will acquire land from the Israeli government for about 90 million NIS, equivalent to roughly 28 million dollars. This represents a historic first, as Nvidia will be the inaugural international tech company to build an entirely owned campus in Israel, setting itself apart from other industry giants such as Intel, Microsoft, and Google, which currently operate on leased properties.
Nvidia’s commitment to Israel’s tech ecosystem
The decision to establish a permanent facility highlights Nvidia’s long-term commitment to the Israeli market, which has increasingly become a focal point for the company’s developmental initiatives. Jensen Huang, the founder and CEO of Nvidia, expressed enthusiasm about this new venture, stating, “Israel is home to some of the brightest technological talents globally. Our goal is to create an environment where our team can collaborate, innovate, and design the future
of artificial intelligence. This campus is a significant investment in our commitment to Israel and its families, who play a unique role in the AI era.”
A glimpse into the campus design
The architectural vision for the campus resembles a futuristic spacecraft, inspired by Nvidia’s iconic facilities in Silicon Valley. Spanning approximately 90 dunams, the campus will cover around 160,000 square meters, making it Israel’s largest tech campus. It is designed to feature green spaces, cafes, restaurants, and collaborative work areas, functioning almost like an autonomous city—a concept reminiscent of campuses created by tech leaders like Google and Apple in the United States.
Employment opportunities and future growth
Once operational, the new campus is expected to accommodate over 10,000 employees. Construction is slated to begin approximately one year after the planning phase is finalized, with completion anticipated by 2031. The total investment is projected to reach billions of shekels, underscoring the scale of this initiative.
Currently, Nvidia employs around 5,000 people in Israel, with its main headquarters located in Yokneam, established following the acquisition of Mellanox for 7 billion dollars. Additionally, Nvidia has a significant presence in the Rubinstein Towers in Tel Aviv and is expanding operations in Be’er Sheva, where it plans to hire hundreds of new employees at the Gav-Yam high-tech park. The company currently has about 400 job openings, reflecting a robust hiring trend within the country.
Israel’s position within Nvidia’s global strategy
This new campus will solidify Israel’s status as Nvidia’s second major global center, following the United States. Notably, the hiring rate in Israel exceeds that of Nvidia’s operations in Europe and India, highlighting Israel’s strategic importance for the company. By establishing this campus, Nvidia not only strengthens its presence in Israel but also positions itself as a pivotal player in the future landscape of technological innovation.