Verified Nov 2026
Chassis & Safety Systems
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Chiyoda, Tokyo
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Since 2003
Nabtesco Corporation is a motion control and precision gear manufacturer headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2003 through the merger of Teijin Seiki and NABCO. It employs between 5,000 and 10,000 people, reports revenue in the range of 2.0 billion, and is publicly listed under ticker 6268.T. The company serves automotive, electric vehicle, construction, medical, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. In July 2026 it was selected for a JAXA joint research program on electric actuators for space environments.
Nabtesco at a glance
Revenue
2.0B
Employees
5,000-10,000
Founded
2003
Headquarters
Chiyoda, Tokyo
Ownership
Publicly traded (JPX: 6268.T)
Certifications
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 9001
Import activity
1004
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Medical
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1004
Named foreign suppliers
12
Top origins
Japan · South Korea · Taiwan · Malaysia
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Nabtesco.
What this tells a buyer
Nabtesco's customs trade record was not available in the source data, so its import and export footprint cannot be confirmed here; its most recent public update was a September 2026 investment in LOMBY Inc. through Nabtesco Technology Ventures.
The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, and ISO 9001 certifications and lists actuators and semiconductor-related products among its offerings.
Nabtesco is publicly traded and reports headcount in the 5,000 to 10,000 range, with a December 2025 launch of new compact precision reduction gear series.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
23 years in operation (founded 2003).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Nabtesco Corporation is a motion control and precision gear manufacturer headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2003 through the merger of Teijin Seiki and NABCO. It employs between 5,000 and 10,000 people, reports revenue in the range of 2.0 billion, and is publicly listed under ticker 6268.T. The company serves automotive, electric vehicle, construction, medical, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. In July 2026 it was selected for a JAXA joint research program on electric actuators for space environments.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2003 |
Headquarters | Chiyoda, Tokyo |
Employees | 5,000-10,000 |
Revenue | 2.0B |
Ownership | Publicly traded (JPX: 6268.T) |
Primary capability | Chassis & Safety Systems |
Certifications | AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 |
What Nabtesco makes
The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, and ISO 9001 certifications and lists actuators and semiconductor-related products among its offerings.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Actuator, Semiconductor (source: nabtesco.com).
Certifications
Nabtesco is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — nabtescoaero.com
IATF 16949 — nabtesco.de
ISO 9001 — nabtescoaero.com
Trade and customs footprint
Nabtesco's customs trade record was not available in the source data, so its import and export footprint cannot be confirmed here; its most recent public update was a September 2026 investment in LOMBY Inc. through Nabtesco Technology Ventures. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1004 inbound shipments across 12 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Japan · South Korea · Taiwan · Malaysia.
Latest developments
2026-09-30 — Investment in LOMBY Inc., through Nabtesco Technology Ventures | News | Nabtesco Corporation (nabtesco.com)
2026-09-16 — (Marine Vessel Equipment) Onboard Validation Begins for Autonomous Control System Integrated with an Optimal Navigation Application for Domestic Coastal Vessels | News | Nabtesco Corporation (nabtesco.com)
2026-07-16 — Nabtesco Selected for JAXA’s “Moon to Mars Innovation” Program Joint Research on Electric Actuators for Use in Space Environments | News | Nabtesco Corporation (nabtesco.com)
2026-01-05 — Notice Regarding the Change of Contact Information for Our Hydraulic Equipment Business | News | Nabtesco Corporation (nabtesco.com)
2025-12-02 — Launch of New Products in the “RVmini® Series” and “Monocrank™ Series” of Compact Precision Reduction Gears | News | Nabtesco Corporation (nabtesco.com)
2025-07-31 — Comer Industries strengthens further with Japan's Nabtesco Corporation - Comer Industries (comerindustries.com)
Company details
Nabtesco is publicly traded and reports headcount in the 5,000 to 10,000 range, with a December 2025 launch of new compact precision reduction gear series. Nabtesco was founded in 2003, has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, and is headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 23 years in operation (founded 2003). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Nabtesco make?
Nabtesco Corporation is a motion control and precision gear manufacturer headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2003 through the merger of Teijin Seiki and NABCO. It employs between 5,000 and 10,000 people, reports revenue in the range of 2.0 billion, and is publicly listed under ticker 6268.T. The company serves automotive, electric vehicle, construction, medical, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. In July 2026 it was selected for a JAXA joint research program on electric actuators for space environments.
Where is Nabtesco headquartered?
Nabtesco is headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo.
When was Nabtesco founded?
Nabtesco was founded in 2003.
How big is Nabtesco?
Nabtesco has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, with revenue in the 2.0B range.
Is Nabtesco publicly traded?
Publicly traded (JPX: 6268.T). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Nabtesco hold?
Nabtesco lists AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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