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Murata Manufacturing will invest about ¥16.9 billion to build a new thermistor production facility at its Yokaichi plant in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Construction began this month and the site is scheduled to be completed and start operations in August 2028. The expansion aims to increase Murata’s thermistor capacity to meet rising demand for temperature-sensing components used across consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial applications. For the tech and hardware supply chain, the move b
Murata's investment increases domestic thermistor capacity critical for temperature sensing in electronics, autos, and industrial systems. Tech supply chain teams should note potential relief in component shortages and impacts on supplier sourcing and lead times.
Dossier last updated: 2026-05-18 02:02:56
Murata Manufacturing announced plans to build a new five-story thermistor factory in Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture to address medium- to long-term demand growth. The facility will occupy about 2,951 m² of land with 18,010 m² total floor area, begin construction this month, and is expected to complete in August 2028. The total construction investment is roughly ¥16.9 billion (≈ ¥7.26 billion CNY). Once operational, the plant will expand Murata’s thermistor production capacity and strengthen its manufacturing footprint amid rising component demand. The move underscores supply-chain scaling by a major electronic components supplier relevant to automotive, power, and consumer electronics markets.
Murata Manufacturing will invest about ¥16.9 billion to build a new thermistor production facility at its Yokaichi plant in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Construction began this month and the site is scheduled to be completed and start operations in August 2028. The expansion aims to increase Murata’s thermistor capacity to meet rising demand for temperature-sensing components used across consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial applications. For the tech and hardware supply chain, the move bolsters component availability amid strong market demand and underscores ongoing investment in passive electronic components by major Japanese suppliers.
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