Astemo Uki Production Resumes Main Lines After Earthquake

Astemo Uki Restarts Main Production Lines

Astemo Uki production resumes following earthquake-related disruption at the subsidiary's facility in Uki City, Kumamoto Prefecture, with production and shipment restarted on some of its main lines. Astemo, Ltd. stated on August 17 that several lines had been recovered on August 7 and subsequently confirmed to be operating normally. The company then carried out facility inspections and operating-status checks before restarting additional production lines and shipments on August 13. The announcement did not disclose specific details about the product mix affected by the disruption. Astemo Ltd said production on the main lines has essentially been restored.

Production Recovery Follows Facility Inspections

The recovery process at Astemo Uki involved sequential restoration and verification rather than an immediate return to full production. After some lines were restored on August 7, the subsidiary continued inspecting its facilities and checking operational conditions before resuming further manufacturing and shipments. The company has not yet established a timeline for the return to full-scale production, indicating that some production activities may remain under assessment. Astemo Uki, based in Japan, produces sintered automotive components, including shock absorber bottom pieces and power steering rotors used in automobiles and motorcycles.

Astemo Uki's Role In Automotive Component Supply

Astemo Uki is a subsidiary originating from former Showa Corporation operations that were integrated into Astemo, Ltd. Its manufacturing activities include sintered parts used in key automotive and motorcycle systems, making the facility relevant to the broader component supply chain. The restart of production and shipment on the main lines represents a significant step in restoring normal operations following the earthquake impact. While the company has confirmed substantial recovery of its principal production lines, the absence of a confirmed full-production schedule means the overall operational status remains subject to further facility checks and production assessments. Astemo Ltd continues to oversee the recovery, while the affected subsidiary maintains operations in Japan.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Astemo Uki resume production and shipments?
Astemo Uki resumed some production lines and shipments on August 13 after recovering and verifying certain production lines earlier in August. Some lines had been restored on August 7, followed by facility inspections and operating-status checks before additional manufacturing activities restarted. Astemo, Ltd. announced on August 17 that production on the main lines had essentially been restored, although the company has not provided a confirmed timeline for returning to full-scale production. The specific product mix affected by the earthquake-related disruption was also not disclosed.