J-Star plans automated Houston carbon-fiber drone plant

J-Star Holding plans an automated carbon-fiber facility in Houston to produce drone frames for commercial and defense uses. Capital initiatives are intended to fund equipment purchases, site preparation and operational setup. The company has not provided a construction timeline or a cost estimate. Research and material testing will receive support from an unnamed Japan-based carbon-fiber supplier. Two Taiwan patent applications have been filed The plan follows the company’s January 2026 exit from traditional OEM manufacturing in China as it shifts its focus and operations to the United States. No contested claims found in the record. No left-leaning or right-leaning rated coverage was found.