Martinrea International Inc. announced a strategic relationship with Yamada Manufacturing Co., Ltd. based in Gunma, Japan. Yamada specializes in the development and manufacturing of chassis, drive units, and powertrain components. The strategic relationship signifies a broader global manufacturing footprint for Martinrea in Japan, encompassing Yamada's production expertise and network.

Martinrea and Yamada have signed a memorandum of understanding allowing the two entities to work together in the Japanese market. Initially, Martinrea and Yamada plan to seek opportunities to jointly promote lightweight solutions within automotive, including electric vehicles, through large aluminum diecast for body and chassis parts. Martinrea will utilize its expertise in manufacturing parts with stringent mechanical performance criteria, both with and without heat treatment.

Itochu Corporation will also be involved in providing low carbon aluminum and support in some Supply Chain Management activities.