NTN and NSK to hold discussions to optimize work functions prior to business integration In an interview by the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun, NTN Corporation’s (NTN) President Eiichi Ukai stated that the company plans to hold preliminary discussions with NSK Ltd. (NSK) for their business integration planned for October 2027 to optimize operations by function, such as research, development, production, and office management. For the business integrati...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/11

NSK aims to achieve JPY 75 billion operating profit in FY2028 under new medium-term management plan; impact of business merger with NTN not included On May 13, NSK Ltd. (NSK) announced its medium-term management plan ending in fiscal year 2028. While continuing to reorganize its production bases to reduce costs, the company will increase profitability by expanding sales of products primarily for electrified vehicles, which the company has designa...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

NSK and NTN to integrate businesses, establish joint holding company in 2027 On May 12, NSK Ltd. (NSK) and NTN Corporation (NTN) announced that they have reached a basic agreement to establish a joint holding company by way of a joint share transfer and to integrate their businesses. Both NSK and NTN are expected to become wholly owned subsidiaries of the joint holding company. The companies plan to execute a definitive agreement within approxima...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

NSK begins production of newly developed ball screw for Advics regenerative brake system NSK Ltd. (NSK) announced that it has commenced production of a new ball screw which was newly developed for Advics Co., Ltd.’s (Advics) regenerative brake systems. Production is carried out at its Saitama Plant. With the advancement of autonomous driving, NSK has launched the ball screw as a product for electro-hydraulic brake systems. According to NSK, the...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/08

NSK plans to cease production at Newark sites in UK NSK Ltd. (NSK) announced plans to withdraw production from its European manufacturing subsidiaries, NSK Bearings Europe Ltd. and NSK Precision UK Ltd., located in Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, UK. The plan was part of the ongoing structural reforms in the company’s European operations, driven by persistent challenges in the profitability of locally manufactured products. If closure proceed...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

NSK’s European subsidiaries begin talks with labor union to end production in central England NSK Ltd. (NSK) announced on April 1 that its two European production subsidiaries have started discussions with labor unions regarding the withdrawal of production from their facilities in central England. If withdrawal is decided, NSK aims to complete it by the end of March 2027. The company stated that it will take necessary measures to support appro...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

NSK develops electrical bypass plate On October 20, NSK Ltd. (NSK) announced that its subsidiary NSK-Warner K.K. (NSK-Warner, Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture) has developed an “electrical bypass plate” that suppresses electrical erosion and provides electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) for bearings. The plate is inserted between the bearing and the housing that holds it, preventing current from flowing to the rolling elements inside the bear...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/23

NSK develops new application utilizing generative AI to grasp quality issues NSK Ltd. (NSK) announced that it has developed an in-house application that visualizes data on quality issues that have occurred in the past, and utilizes generative artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently keep track of the data. The company has developed an in-house application that fully utilizes generative AI for the first time. The app makes it possible to check ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

NSK to make NSK Steering & Control consolidated subsidiary NSK Ltd. (NSK) announced that it will conclude a share purchase agreement with Japan Industrial Solutions III Investment Limited Partnership (JIS) to acquire shares of NSK Steering & Control, Inc. (NS&C), currently an equity-method affiliate of NSK. As a result of the share acquisition, NS&C and its subsidiary, NSK Steering Systems Co., Ltd., will become consolidated subsidiaries of NSK. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/14

NSK, Wolong Electric forge strategic partnership NSK signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Wolong Electric Group Co., Ltd. (Wolong Electric). Under the agreement, the two companies will launch strategic cooperation in the following three areas. Joint technology R&D: This concerns green transportation, green energy, robots, industrial drive innovation, and more. Global supply chain synergy: NSK will leverage its global manufacturing layout...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08

Rane Steering Systems, India sells Chengalpattu Land for INR 505 million On April 4, Rane Holdings Limited announced that Rane Steering Systems Private Limited (formerly known as Rane NSK Steering Systems Private Limited) (RSSL), wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, as part of its strategy of monetization of non-core assets, sold the land situated at Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu measuring 3.995 acres for a consideration of INR 505 million. Based on...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04

NSK develops new deep groove ball bearing for electrified vehicles NSK Ltd. (NSK) has developed a new deep groove ball bearing that is expected to be used for electrified vehicles. The new product meets the need for downsized e-axles and hybrid vehicle drive units and has an approx. 10% shorter outside diameter and a halved weight compared to conventional parts. NSK is aiming to generate annual sales of JPY 4 billion from the new product by 2030....

News  Updated at: 2025/03/31

NSK opens Chinese headquarters, 2nd phase of Chinese R&D center in Kunshan, Jiangsu NSK opened its Chinese headquarters and the second phase of its Chinese R&D center in the Huaqiao Economic Development Zone in Kunshan, Jiangsu. The NSK Chinese Headquarters and the second phase of the NSK Chinese R&D Center are located on 8 Caiqiao Road. Taking the opening of the second phase of the R&D center as an opportunity, NSK will strengthen local R&D capa...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/28

NSK participates in 19th CIBIE NSK participated in the 19th China International Bearing Industry Exhibition (CIBIE) with a range of bearings and precision machinery components. For automobiles, NSK exhibited the latest products for electrification and low friction. Delivering a maximum DmN value of 2.1 million, the NSK ultra-high-speed bearing for EV motors is designed with a more space-saving internal structure. The NSK foreign-matter-resistant ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/05

NSK develops low-friction hub unit bearing NSK Ltd. (NSK) announced on September 18 that it has developed a new “low-friction hub unit bearing”. The company has reduced frictional resistance by 40% while maintaining the water resistance of existing products. The low-friction hub unit bearing will help improve fuel and power efficiency. NSK will promote the new product to Japanese and overseas automakers, and is aiming to achieve sales of JPY ...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/20

Rane Holding, India gets approval from CCI to acquire Rane NSK Steering Systems On September 4, Rane Holding announced that the Competition Commission of India (CCI) had considered and approved its proposed acquisition of the remaining 51% equity stake of NSK Ltd., Japan, in the joint venture company, M/s. Rane NSK Steering Systems Private Limited. Rane Holding intimated the CCI on July 01, 2024, about the proposed acquisition. Rane NSK Steer...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/04

NSK to sell production subsidiary Neuweg Fertigung in Munderkingen, Germany NSK Ltd. (NSK) announced the decision to sell its European production subsidiary, Neuweg Fertigung GmbH (Neuweg) to individual investor Mr. Stephen Lord, its Plant Manager Mr. Willi Castro and its Finance Director Mr. Dominik Szell. The sale is expected to be completed in the first half of 2024 and is a part of NSK’s Europe structural reorganization. It will not signifi...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/26

Rane Holding, India to acquire remaining 51% stake in Rane NSK Steering Systems from NSK, Japan Rane Holdings Limited (RHL) approved the acquisition of a 51% stake from the joint venture partner NSK Limited in Rane NSK Steering Systems Private Limited (RNSS). Post the acquisition, it will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of RHL and named Rane Steering Systems Private Limited (RSSL). RSSL will continue the existing technology license and supply a...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/01

NSK invests USD 44 million to expand plant in Mexico It was announced that NSK Bearings Manufacturing Mexico invested USD 44 million to expand its plant located in Silao, Guanajuato. This expansion will create 51 new jobs and is expected to be completed by 2026. The company, which specializes in manufacturing bearings, serves clients in Mexico such as Honda, Toyota, Mazda, and VW. (Mexico Industry on May 20, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/23

INR 1.7 billion in orders for steering gear from a domestic MHCV customer and orders worth INR 70 million from domestic CV customers for EV applications. Under its Rane Engine Valve division, it won an INR 70 million order from a domestic customer for a UV (utility vehicle) model. Furthermore, Rane NSK secured a new business worth INR 2.5 billion for EPS from a domestic customer for a UV model and an INR 740 million order for a steering column fr...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/21