Toyota Industries Corporation, headquartered in Kariya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, traces its origins to Sakichi Toyoda’s Toyoda Automatic Loom Works founded in 1926. As the founding member of the Toyota Group, it has grown from a textile machinery manufacturer into a diversified industrial and automotive supplier. Throughout its history, Toyota Industries has emphasized innovation, quality management and continuous improvement to expand its global footprint.
The company’s Material Handling Equipment segment, marketed under the Toyota Material Handling brand, is a leading producer of forklift trucks, warehouse vehicles and automated guided vehicles. Serving customers in Asia, Europe and the Americas, this segment also provides maintenance services, fleet management and logistics support to optimize supply-chain operations and enhance productivity.
In the automotive sector, Toyota Industries manufactures engines, compressors, air-conditioning systems and electric components for major vehicle makers, including Toyota Motor Corporation. Its Products & Electronics segment extends into precision machine tools, injection molding machines and robotic assembly systems. The company invests in research and development to advance connectivity, automation and clean-energy technologies across its product lines.
Operating a global network of manufacturing plants and sales offices, Toyota Industries supports customers in regions such as North America, Europe, China and Southeast Asia. The company is led by President Akio Mio and a board of directors comprising experienced industry executives. Its strategic priorities include sustainable manufacturing, digital transformation and environmental stewardship to drive long-term growth in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
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