Shibaura Machine Co.,Ltd.
Shibaura Machinery Incorporated: Initiation of SME Joint Venture Consideration to Strengthen Revenue Base of Die Casting Machinery Business in Southern European Markets
To strengthen the profitability base of the die casting machinery business in Southern Europe, considering the integration of SME and SME joint venture with EPF Elettrotecnica. Currently, the basic policy is confirmed via memorandum, with final agreements planned for the second half of 2026. SME ownership is expected to be 60% by us and 40% by EPF; EPF will continue to provide automation line construction support.
Key Figures
- SME ownership structure: Our 60%, EPF 40% approx.
- Final contract signing: 2026 second half
- Date of transaction execution: 2026 year-end
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Background and Objective
Based on the Medium-Term Management Plan 'Midterm Plan 2026', strengthen expansion in Europe. In Southern Europe, system engineering that combines die casting machine sales with automation line construction support is in demand, and forming a framework where EPF concentrates resources on automation line construction will clarify roles and enhance customer proposals.
Deal outline and parties
EPF intends to transfer the die casting machine business to SME, and to establish a joint venture in which both us and EPF own SME. Currently, ownership is envisaged as 60% by us and 40% by EPF. EPF will continue to jointly provide automation line construction support and machine proposals. Memorandum signing date: 2026-07-02; final contract signing is scheduled for the second half of 2026; execution is planned for the end of 2026.
Shibaura Machinery Company, Limited
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