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Nissan to cease production at its Oppama plant
Nissan Motor Company announced that it plans to shut down vehicle production at its Oppama plant in Japan's Kanagawa Prefecture at the end of the 2027 fiscal year. The decision is part of a previously-announced, Re:Nissan global restructuring plan in which the company said it plans to close seven of its seventeen vehicle assembly plants currently in operation globally. The Oppama plant was originally opened in 1961 and currently produces the Note and Note Aura compact models, employing around 2,400 people. Production will be transferred to the company's plant in Kyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture. The Japanese automaker confirmed that the decision only affects the Oppama assembly plant, within the Oppama district. Other operations in the district, such as the Nissan Research Center, the Grandrive proving ground, the nearby crash test facility, and Oppama Wharf, will be unaffected by the decision and will continue to operate as usual. Nissan said it will explore 'a wide range of options' for the future utilization of the Oppama plant after production ends. Nissan's CEO, Ivan Espinosa, said in a statement: "Today, Nissan made a tough but necessary decision. It wasn't easy—for me or for the company—but I believe it is a vital step toward overcoming our current challenges and building a sustainable future. The Oppama Plant is a proud part of our history, and its legacy will endure. I want to sincerely thank our employees, the local community, and our partners who have supported this plant with dedication and heart. We will continue to operate in the Oppama area with strong support for the local community, as we carry forward the spirit of the Oppama plant and work to restore Nissan's true value." Under the Re:Nissan restructuring programme, Nissan aims to reduce its global production capacity from 3.5 million units per year (excluding China) to 2.5 million units. The company has determined that discontinuing operations at its Oppama plant and consolidating production at its Kyushu facility is 'the most effective solution to reduce capacity in Japan, based on the plant's production capacity, cost efficiency, and investment requirements.' The company confirmed that consolidating production at Kyushu will help it 'significantly reduce manufacturing costs in Japan, strengthen plant competitiveness, improve product profitability, and support Nissan's long-term growth.' Nissan also announced that production of the NV200 at its Shatai Shonan Plant in Japan will end in fiscal year 2026, with a successor planned to be launched in fiscal year 2027. "Nissan to cease production at its Oppama plant" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Erreur lors de la récupération des données Connectez-vous pour accéder à votre portefeuille Erreur lors de la récupération des données Erreur lors de la récupération des données Erreur lors de la récupération des données Erreur lors de la récupération des données
Asahi Shimbun
07-07-2025
- Automotive
- Asahi Shimbun
Nissan mulling tie-up with Taiwanese firm to build EVs
Nissan Motor Corp., currently undergoing corporate restructuring, is considering plugging into major Taiwanese contract manufacturer Hon Hai Precision Industry Co.'s offer to produce electric vehicles, sources said on July 6. The collaboration includes producing Hon Hai's EVs at Nissan's Oppama plant in Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture. This plant is believed to have been targeted for closure as part of Nissan's restructuring efforts. If an agreement is realized, Nissan could keep the Oppama plant operating and help maintain employment. Hon Hai is a global leader in contract manufacturing for electronic devices such as Apple's iPhone and gaming consoles. Recently, the company has actively expanded into the EV business and has announced its entry into the Japanese market. Unlike traditional automakers, Hon Hai designs and manufactures its standard EV models and supplies them under other company's brands. For Nissan, producing Hon Hai's EVs could boost the low utilization rate of the Oppama plant and enable the company to continue operating the facility. The Oppama plant began operations in 1961. Its annual production capacity is 240,000 units and employs about 3,900 workers as of late October 2024. It was once one of Nissan's main factories but now only produces the automaker's Note and Note Aura compact vehicles. In the fiscal year ending March 2025, Nissan announced a net loss of 670.8 billion yen ($4.6 billion), the third worst in company history. On the same day, Nissan also announced plans to lay off 20,000 employees worldwide and close seven factories. According to sources, Nissan has been considering closing the Oppama plant in particular, which has low operational rates, as well as its subsidiary Nissan Shatai Co.'s Shonan Plant in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture.
