Nissan Consolidates Thai Plants, Clarifies No Closure Plans

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In a strategic move, Nissan has clarified its stance on its global plant restructuring, confirming that its operations in Thailand will remain unaffected by closures. Instead, the carmaker will enhance operational efficiency by consolidating production lines in the country.

 

Nissan plans to merge production processes from its older Plant 1, established in 1975, into the state-of-the-art Plant 2, built in 2014. In this restructuring, set to begin in Q2 2025, Plant 1 will handle body assembly, stamping, and logistics, while Plant 2 will focus on vehicle assembly. This reorganisation aims to bolster cost efficiency and set the stage for new model productions in 2026-2027.

 

 

As a vital player in the ASEAN market, Nissan underscores Thailand's critical role as its production hub and regional headquarters. The company reaffirms its commitment by planning further investments and engaging with the Thai government's electric vehicle initiatives.

 

The Board of Investment of Thailand expressed support for this move. They've pledged ongoing aid to automotive firms, especially long-standing Japanese investors, fostering competitiveness and easing the shift towards electric vehicles, reported Thai News Agency.

 

-- 2025-02-17

 

 

[hotchilli]

Makes sense.