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| Company type | Public (K.K) |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automotive Parts |
| Founded | January 1, 2021 |
| Headquarters | 2-2-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 100-0004, Japan |
Key people | Kohei Takeuchi (President & CEO) |
| Revenue | 2.1903 trillion yen (FY 2024) |
| 67.3 billion yen (FY 2024) | |
| Owners |
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| Website | https://www.astemo.com/en/ |
| Footnotes / references https://www.cbinsights.com/company/hitachi-astemo | |
Astemo, Ltd. (日立Astemo, Hitachi Astemo Kabushiki-Gaisha) is a global automotive components manufacturer headquartered in Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
The company name was changed from Hitachi Astemo, Ltd. to Astemo, Ltd. on April 1, 2025.[1]
Overview
editHitachi Astemo was established in January 2021 as a global automotive components manufacturer through the business merger of Hitachi Automotive Systems, Keihin Corporation, Showa Corporation and Nissin Kogyo.[2][3]
The name "Astemo" stands for "Advanced Sustainable Technologies for Mobility", reflecting the company's focus on technologies related to connected, autonomous, shared and electric mobility. Astemo develops automotive technologies aligned with the industry trends of connectivity, autonomous systems and electrification, with a focus on both passenger and motorcycle applications.[4][5]
Astemo's ownership structure includes major stakes from both Hitachi, Ltd. and Honda Motor Co., Ltd., each holding 40%, with JIC Capital holding the remaining 20%. While Astemo includes former Honda-affiliated parts manufacturers, it also maintains business relationships with Nissan Motor Co., reflecting Hitachi's historical ties to the Nissan Group.[3][4]
Strategic Direction and Market Position
editAstemo has expanded its research and development activities in electric powertrains, advanced driver-assistance systems, and in-vehicle software. These efforts support its strategic focus on electrification and autonomous mobility. The company has also pursued partnerships and vertical integration to address industry competition and supply chain challenges.[6]
In December 2024, the Government of Cantabria awarded the Hitachi Astemo Buelna plant a €1 million grant through SODERCAN’s competitive programme for major industrial competitiveness projects. The funding supports a €5 million experimental development project focused on advanced braking systems, to be completed over 18 months. This initiative underlines the region’s strategic support for automotive innovation and sustainability efforts.[7]
Technology and Innovation
editAstemo develops components for electric and autonomous vehicles, with a focus on integration of key systems such as power control units, motors, inverters, and software-defined vehicle platforms. The company also emphasizes model-based systems engineering and virtual validation to shorten development timelines and reduce prototyping costs.[5] In 2023, Astemo announced a ¥15.3 billion (~US $100 million) expansion of its Berea, Kentucky plant to support its electrification business.[8]
In July 2025, Astemo announced a £100 million investment in its Horwich manufacturing facility in Bolton, Greater Manchester. The project will establish a new production line dedicated to electric vehicle (EV) inverters, making the site the only facility in the United Kingdom with this production capability.[9][10]
Products and Technologies
editAstemo manufactures systems and components for:
editHistory
editSources of this section unless otherwise noted: Hitachi Astemo official website[13]
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1930 | Hitachi Ltd. begins production of automotive electric parts in Japan. |
| 1937 | Tokyo Kiki Kogyo, Ltd. is spun off from Tokyo Gas Electric Industry, Ltd. |
| 1938 | Tokyo Kiki Kogyo, Ltd. becomes a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. |
| 1956 | Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Atsugi Plant is spun off to form Atsugi Automotive Parts. |
| 1965 | Tokyo Kiki Kogyo Ltd. changes its name to TOKICO, Ltd. |
| 1989 | Atsugi Automotive Parts changes its company name to Atsugi Unisia. |
| 1993 | Atsugi Unisia merges with Nihon Denshi Kiki Co., Ltd. to form Unisia Jecs Corporation. |
| 1999 | Acquired 16.7% of the stock of Unisia Jecs Corporation to strengthen collaborative development. |
| 2002 | Unisia Jecs Corporation becomes a wholly owned subsidiary and changes its name to Hitachi Unisia Automotive, Ltd. |
| 2003 | The Automotive Products Division is renamed Automotive Systems. Established Hitachi Automotive Systems Europe GmbH in Germany. Established Hitachi Highly Automotive Products (Shanghai), Ltd. in China. |
| 2004 | TOKICO and Hitachi Unisia Automotive merge with Hitachi Ltd. Commenced operations of Guangzhou Hitachi Unisia Automotive Parts Co., Ltd. in China.[14] |
| 2009 | Hitachi Automotive Systems is formed as an independent entity. |
| 2023 | Hitachi, Ltd. announces the sale of a portion of its shares, adjusting ownership stakes to Hitachi and Honda each holding 40%, and JIC Capital holding 20%.[15] |
| 2025 | Company name changed to Astemo, Ltd.[1] |
Global Operations
editAs of 2025, Astemo operates over 100 business sites globally, including manufacturing plants, R&D centers and regional offices across Asia, Europe and the Americas.
Key locations include:
- Japan: Headquarters – Shin-Otemachi Building, Tokyo
- United States: R&D Center – Farmington Hills, Michigan
- United States: Manufacturing Plant – Berea, Kentucky, where Astemo is investing $153 million to expand production of electric vehicle components and create over 200 jobs[16]
- Germany: European Technical Center – Schwaig-Oberding, Bavaria
- China: Powertrain Systems Facility – Qingpu District, Shanghai
Astemo's facilities span over 25 countries, including sites in Mexico, France, Brazil, Thailand and Vietnam. A complete list is available on the Astemo Global Network.[17]
Motorsports and sponsorships
editHitachi Astemo sponsors Team Penske in NTT INDYCAR SERIES in the U.S.A.[18][19]
Hitachi Astemo also sponsors REAL RACING in the SUPER GT GT500 class and S.I. RACING in the MFJ All Japan Road Race Championship Series.
Hitachi Astemo owns the Japanese women's volleyball team "Hitachi Astemo Rivale" and sponsors Mie Honda Heat, a Japanese rugby union team based in Suzuka City.[20]
Misconduct
editOn December 21, 2021, Hitachi Astemo admitted to falsifying inspection data on brake and suspension components. Over 50,000 instances of improper testing were identified, dating back to 2003.[21][22]
References
edit- ^ a b "Notice regarding change of company name". www.hitachiastemo.com. Retrieved 2025-05-13.
- ^ "Hitachi Automotive Systems, Keihin, Showa, and Nissin Kogyo complete management integration - Automotive Technology Insight | Forecasts | Industry News | Supply Chain". autotechinsight.ihsmarkit.com. 2021-01-07. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ a b "Astemo, Ltd. (Formerly Hitachi Astemo, Ltd. ) - MarkLines Automotive Industry Portal". www.marklines.com. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
- ^ a b c "Hitachi Astemo Formed to Be Stronger Supplier". www.wardsauto.com. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
- ^ a b c "Hitachi Astemo Pushes the Envelope on EV and AV Technology | ASSEMBLY". www.assemblymag.com. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
- ^ Koenig, Bill. "Supplier Astemo Seeks To Deal With Automotive Industry's Future". Forbes. Retrieved 2025-06-22.
- ^ Press, Europa (2024-12-04). "Industria apoya con un millón de euros los procesos de I+D de Hitachi Astemo Buelna". www.europapress.es. Retrieved 2025-08-20.
- ^ Plumb, Steve. "Hitachi Astemo Targets Sustainable Growth". SME. Retrieved 2025-06-22.
- ^ Houghton, Alistair (2025-07-15). "Greater Manchester 'at forefront of revolution' after firm creates 200 jobs". Manchester Evening News. Retrieved 2025-08-20.
- ^ "'Hundreds of jobs' trailed as Japanese firm announces £100M Bolton investment". The Bolton News. 2025-07-21. Retrieved 2025-08-20.
- ^ a b "Hitachi-Astemo and the Electrified Future". www.mobilityengineeringtech.com. 2023-08-16. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
- ^ Automotive News Video: Hitachi Astemo steer-by-wire driving. Retrieved 2025-08-21 – via www.autonews.com.
- ^ "History of Hitachi Automotive Systems (1930–1989): Hitachi Astemo, Ltd". www.hitachiastemo.com. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
- ^ "Hitachi to absorb Tokico and Unisia" (PDF). Press Release.
- ^ "再送-日立がホンダなどに日立アステモ株を一部譲渡、アステモはＩＰＯ視野". Reuters (in Japanese). 2023-03-30. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
- ^ "Team Kentucky". Team Kentucky | Cabinet for Economic Development. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
- ^ "Global Network | Company Information". Astemo, Ltd. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
- ^ "Hitachi Astemo, Team Penske Extend Winning Partnership". IndyCar.com. Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "Astemo To Continue Backing of Penske, Newgarden in 2025". IndyCar.com. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
- ^ "Astemoリヴァーレ茨城". Astemoリヴァーレ茨城 (in Japanese). Retrieved 2025-02-18.
- ^ "日立の車部品子会社、ブレーキなどで検査不正 03年から5万件超：朝日新聞". 朝日新聞 (in Japanese). 2021-12-22. Retrieved 2025-02-19.
- ^ "Auto supplier Hitachi Astemo flags lapses in quality tests over decades". The Japan Times. 2023-05-19. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
External links
edit- Astemo Inc. - Official Website
- Hitachi Astemo Ltd. - Official Website
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