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Building the future of global Honda production |
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The construction of a new auto plant in Yorii, Saitama Prefecture.scheduled to begin production in 2010.is a key element of the Yorii-Ogawa Project*, and Honda’s drive for innovation in production. A second key element is a new engine plant scheduled to begin production in nearby Ogawa in summer 2009 to help meet the growing worldwide demand for fuel-efficient engines. Destined to form a new foundation for the global evolution of Honda production technology and expertise, the Yorii-Ogawa Project is a vital initiative driven by three main concepts.
First, the new facilities will be designed on the basis of our Green Factory initiative’s energy-and-materials recycling principles and practices. They will achieve world-leading levels of efficiency in the use of energy and other resources, and aim for per-unit CO2 emissions 20% lower than 2000 levels. Second, the new facilities will incorporate high-quality, high-efficiency production and logistical systems that will allow them to respond quickly to rapidly changing demand. Thanks to the introduction of Honda’s own agile manufacturing systems, the plants will achieve levels of quality that will astound and delight customers worldwide. Third, the new facilities are designed to foster the individuality and craftsmanship of each associate. They’ll become models for developing new production technology worldwide, as well as workplaces that will be a source of pride for associates, customers and the local community. Our goal is to create new facilities where associates will truly enjoy their work.and where customers will want their cars to be built.
These three concepts represent Honda’s manufacturing ideal. Advancing step by step, we’re turning dreams into reality. |
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Output for the Yorii Factory is scheduled to be 200,000 units per year in 2010, bringing production capacity in Japan to approximately 1.5 million units. |
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| Nobuhiko Shiozaki |
Senior Project Leader
Yorii-Ogawa Project |
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| Ogawa engine factory on completion (artist’s rendering) |
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Calculations for North America include Mexico. Calculations for Japan are based on reports to the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association. Calculations for other countries are based on assembly output. |
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| Production in harmony with the environment |
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| Honda’s decision to build a new plant in Yorii is greatly welcomed by people in and around the town, not only because it will boost employment, but also because it will add new vitality to local commerce, reinforce the tax base and strengthen the regional economy. Yorii is blessed with beautiful natural surroundings. In particular, our water was ranked by Japan’s Ministry of the Environment as among the 100 best in the country. We’re looking forward to joining hands with Honda to harmonize advanced industry with our rich natural environment and realize truly sustainable development. |
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| Morikazu Kato |
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| Industrial Development Council Chief Yorii Town |
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