Inauguration of NTN Europe’s new headquarters.

It’s official: NTN Europe’s new European headquarters was officially opened on the 9th of July in Annecy. The event gave around a hundred guests the chance to explore the new building. With this state-of-the-art building, NTN Europe is opening a new chapter in its transformation, combining innovation, environmental performance and new ways of working.

A friendly and immersive opening ceremony  For the occasion, NTN Europe was delighted to welcome numerous French and Japanese dignitaries, including:  

- Mr Eiichi Ukai (President of NTN Corporation),  

- Mr Antoine Armand (Mayor of Annecy),  

- Mr Hideo Suzuki (Japanese Ambassador),  

- Ms Emmanuelle Dubée (Prefect of Haute-Savoie),  

- Numerous partners, elected representatives, business representatives and journalists.

The ceremony began with official speeches, followed by the traditional ribbon-cutting, and continued with guided tours of the building in small groups. The day concluded with a convivial cocktail reception on the building’s rooftop.

During their tour, guests were able to explore  

- the new workspaces,  

- theEuropean Technical Centre dedicated to research, innovation and development,  

- the building’s CSR approach (environmental responsibility and new ways of working), 

- theproperty development project (investment and transformation of the neighbourhood and the industrial site), 

 - the showroom 

– an immersive experience tracing the group’s history, its products and its three business sectors: automotive, industry and aerospace.

An eco-designed building conceived for the future of work  

Designed as a true hub for life and collaboration, the new headquarters houses all the group’s central functions, the operational teams as well as the teams from the European Technical Centre and the laboratories. The building meets stringent specifications in terms of environmental responsibility and energy efficiency. It is aiming for BREEAM Very Good certification (overall environmental performance) and BBCA (Low-Carbon Building) certification. It will reduce the headquarters’ CO? emissions by around 380 tonnes per year.

Here are some key features of the building: 

 - The use of sustainable materials: a timber structure to improve thermal insulation. 

 - Optimisation of natural light: thanks to its shed-style roof, which maximises natural lighting and reduces electricity requirements.  

- Renewable energy generation: 520m? of photovoltaic panels installed on the roof to achieve near-energy self-sufficiency. 

 - Responsible water management: a smart rainwater harvesting system to limit drinking water consumption.

A space designed for flexible and collaborative working  

Teams are gradually moving into their new workspaces, marking a major milestone in the group’s history. Beyond its environmental performance, this new headquarters also supports the evolution of working practices. Staff will benefit from more open, collaborative and flexible spaces, fostering interaction, innovation and well-being on a daily basis.

A new chapter in the history of NTN Europe  

The opening of this new headquarters marks a major milestone in NTN Europe’s transformation. Through this project, the group is reaffirming its commitment to combining industrial heritage, innovation and environmental responsibility.  Remaining true to its long-standing expertise whilst looking resolutely to the future, NTN Europe has created a headquarters that reflects its ambitions: a space designed to support its growth, strengthen its capacity for innovation and offer its employees a sustainable, modern and inspiring working environment.  This new building thus embodies the group’s commitment to consolidating its position as a leading European industrial player, dedicated to a more efficient and responsible industry that is focused on the challenges of tomorrow.