JTEKT establishes Nairobi branch for East African sales

December 18, 2023

JTEKT establishes Nairobi branch for East African sales

JTEKT has opened its first sales office dedicated to the African market in Nairobi, Kenya, the company announced on November 28. The new base is positioned to enhance the company’s presence in East Africa, a region expected to see continued economic growth.

The newly established office, named the JSME Kenya Branch, operates under JTEKT SALES MIDDLE EAST FZCO. Previously, JTEKT served the African market through distributors in the Middle East. With the Nairobi branch, the company aims to provide more direct support and expand its reach, particularly in the automotive aftermarket and industrial machinery sectors.

Overview of the new office

Name: JTEKT SALES MIDDLE EAST FZCO, Kenya Branch Office
Established: November 2023
Number of employees: 2
Business activities: Sales of bearings and automotive parts for the aftermarket