Asahi Kasei America, Inc., the North American regional headquarters of the Asahi Kasei Group, is relocating its corporate office from New York to Novi, Michiganeffective November 1. This strategic move consolidates operations into a 14,403-square-foot facilitystreamlining processes and enhancing collaboration with regional business units. The decision follows the 2019 opening of an office in Novi and its significant expansion in 2023.
The new headquarters will serve as a central hub for administrative services across various departments, including communications, human resources, auditing, corporate planning, and finance. This relocation positions Asahi Kasei closer to major OEMs in the automotive sector and aims to better serve its growing client base in the Material, Homes, and Health Care sectors nationwide.
Asahi Kasei America, Inc., the North American regional headquarters of the Asahi Kasei Group, is moving its corporate office from New York to Novi, Michiganeffective November 1. This strategic move consolidates operations into one 1,336 square meter structurestreamlining processes and improving collaboration with regional business units. The move follows the opening of an office in Novi in 2019 and a significant expansion in 2023.
The new headquarters will serve as a central hub for administrative services in various departments, including communications, human resources, auditing, corporate planning and finance. The move places Asahi Kasei closer to major automotive OEMs and aims to better serve its growing customer base in the Materials, Housing and Healthcare industries nationwide.
Asahi Kasei America, Inc., the North American regional headquarters of the Asahi Kasei Group, is relocating its corporate office from New York to Novi, Michiganeffective from November 1. This strategic move consolidates operations into one 1,336 square meter facilityoptimizing processes and improving collaboration with regional business units. The decision follows the opening of an office in Novi in 2019 and its significant expansion in 2023.
The new headquarters will serve as an administrative center for services across several departments, including communications, human resources, auditing, corporate planning, and finance. This relocation positions Asahi Kasei closer to major OEMs in the automotive sector and aims to better serve its growing customer base in the Materials, Household, and Healthcare sectors nationwide.
Asahi Kasei America, Inc., the North American headquarters of the Asahi Kasei Group We are moving our headquarters from New York to Novi, Michigan.The effective date is November 1. This strategic move Consolidated operations into a 13,370-square-foot facilityThis decision follows the opening of an office in Novi in 2019 and a significant expansion in 2023.
The new headquarters will serve as a central hub for administrative services for various departments including communications, human resources, audit support, corporate planning, and finance. The move will bring Asahi Kasei closer to major OEMs in the automotive sector and will enable it to better serve its growing customer base in the materials, housing, and healthcare sectors.
Asahi Kasei America, Inc., the North American regional headquarters of the Asahi Kasei Group, moves its central office from New York to Novi, Michiganeffective November 1. This strategic move consolidates operations into a 1,336 square meter buildingsimplifying processes and improving collaboration with regional business units. This decision follows the opening of an office in Novi in 2019 and its significant expansion in 2023.
The new headquarters will serve as a primary center for administrative services in various departments, including communications, human resources, auditing, corporate planning and finance. The move positions Asahi Kasei closer to major OEMs in the automotive sector and aims to better serve its growing customer base in the Materials, Residential and Healthcare sectors nationwide.
Asahi Kasei America, Inc., the North American regional headquarters of the Asahi Kasei Group, relocates its corporate office from New York to Novi, Michiganeffective November 1. This strategic step consolidates the processes into one 1,336 square meter facilityoptimizes processes and improves collaboration with regional business units. The decision follows the opening of an office in Novi in 2019 and its significant expansion in 2023.
The new headquarters will serve as a central hub for administrative services across various departments, including communications, human resources, auditing, corporate planning and finance. This move positions Asahi Kasei closer to key OEMs in the automotive sector and aims to better serve its growing customer base in the materials, housing and healthcare sectors nationwide.
Positive
- Consolidation of operations into a single location, potentially reducing costs
- Strategic positioning closer to major automotive OEMs in the Midwest
- Enhanced ability to serve growing client base across multiple sectors
- Improved collaboration potential with regional business units
Negative
- Potential disruption during the relocation process
- Possible loss of New York-based talent or business connections
09/25/2024 – 08:30 AM
NOVI, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Asahi Kasei America, Inc., the regional headquarters of the Asahi Kasei Group for North America, plans to relocate its corporate office from New York to Novi, Michigan. The New York office will conclude its operations, and the Novi location will assume all headquarters responsibilities effective November 1. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in Asahi Kasei’s growth trajectory and underscores its commitment to operational excellence in North America.
Asahi Kasei America regional headquarters in Novi, Michigan (Photo: Business Wire)
The consolidation in Novi streamlines processes, leverages existing resources, and enhances Asahi Kasei’s ability to provide exceptional services to its partners. By bringing key leadership and operations together in a single 14,403-square-foot location, Asahi Kasei is poised to foster greater collaboration with the regional business units.
Asahi Kasei’s journey in America began in New York in 1959, where it established its initial operations. Recognizing the strategic importance of the Midwest, particularly its proximity to major OEMs in the automotive sector, Asahi Kasei America opened an office in Novi, Michigan, in 2019. Following a significant expansion of the Novi facility in 2023, Asahi Kasei is now ready to centralize its North American headquarters in this location.
“Transitioning our headquarters to Novi represents more than an address change. This move will empower us for future growth, as we’ll be better situated in the center of the country to reach our growing client base in the Material, Homes, and Health Care sectors nationwide,” said Takuma Miura, President of Asahi Kasei America. “Our headquarters in Novi will be a place for creativity, a launchpad for groundbreaking ideas, and a single home where we will continue to focus on delivering for our partners.”
The Novi headquarters has been thoughtfully designed to showcase Asahi Kasei’s technological prowess and commitment to innovation across key industries. It will function as a hub for enhanced administrative services across sectors for various departments, including communications, human resources, auditing, corporate planning, and finance.
About Asahi Kasei
The Asahi Kasei Group contributes to life and living for people around the world. Since its foundation in 1922 with ammonia and cellulose fiber business, Asahi Kasei has consistently grown through the proactive transformation of its business portfolio to meet the evolving needs of every age. With more than 49,000 employees worldwide, the company contributes to sustainable society by providing solutions to the world’s challenges through its three business sectors of Material, Homes, and Health Care. For more information, visit www.asahi-kasei.com.
Asahi Kasei is also dedicated to sustainability initiatives and is contributing to reaching a carbon neutral society by 2050. To learn more, visit https://www.asahi-kasei.com/sustainability/.
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FAQ
When will Asahi Kasei America (AHKSY) relocate its headquarters to Novi, Michigan?
Asahi Kasei America will relocate its headquarters from New York to Novi, Michigan, effective November 1.
What is the size of Asahi Kasei America’s (AHKSY) new headquarters in Novi, Michigan?
The new headquarters in Novi, Michigan, is a 14,403-square-foot facility.
Why is Asahi Kasei America (AHKSY) moving its headquarters to Novi, Michigan?
The move aims to streamline processes, enhance collaboration with regional business units, and position the company closer to major automotive OEMs in the Midwest.
What sectors does Asahi Kasei America (AHKSY) serve from its new Novi headquarters?
From its new Novi headquarters, Asahi Kasei America serves clients in the Material, Homes, and Health Care sectors nationwide.
