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Yamaha
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Cypress, CA (5/18/2011) - Yamaha
Motor Corp., U.S.A., (YMUS) and Yamaha Motor Manufacturing
Corporation of America (YMMC) announced today
that the first production run of new all-terrain
vehicle (ATV) models transferred to the U.S. from
overseas facilities will take place this month
at Yamaha’s state-of-the-art factory in
Newnan, Ga.
The start of new ATV production in Newnan is
a major step forward in the companies’
long-term strategy to transfer the majority
of Yamaha’s worldwide ATV manufacturing
to the United States. When complete, the production
transfer could add 200 or more American jobs
at Yamaha’s U.S. factory as well as additional
jobs at the 125 North American parts supplier
companies. The specific ATV models will be announced
on June 8 as part of Yamaha’s worldwide
unveiling of select 2012 model year products.
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Because
their high quality of work, Yamaha Employees
made it possible to bring more ATV Manufacturing
to USA |
Yamaha’s ATV production transfer, first
announced in early 2010, is a long-term strategy
that will culminate in bringing the great majority
of Yamaha’s worldwide ATV manufacturing
to YMMC by 2013. The company has invested more
than $250 million into the factory over the
past 10 years creating a state-of-the-art facility
and ensuring top quality products are built
in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
“This production transfer shows Yamaha’s
commitment to this facility and the U.S. motorsports
market – the world’s largest ATV
market,” said Henio Arcangeli Jr., Yamaha
Motorsports President. “Manufacturing
ATVs in Georgia will allow Yamaha to respond
more quickly to its customers’ demands
while streamlining its supply chain and distribution
processes. It is a strategic move that will
benefit the company, employees, dealer partners
and customers as well as the local Newnan community
and more than 100 U.S. parts supplier businesses.”
Yamaha held a press conference at its factory
in Newnan today where it announced the production
transfer news. Yamaha executives and government
officials spoke about the significance of the
transfer and Yamaha’s manufacturing facility
in the U.S. The company also unveiled a new
“Assembled in U.S.A.” logo to illustrate
its pride in U.S. manufacturing.
As one of the largest motorsports companies
in the world, Yamaha is a major contributor
to the U.S. economy directly employing approximately
2,800 Americans and supporting more than 30,000
additional jobs through its manufacturing facilities,
corporate offices, field staff, distribution
centers, suppliers and dealer partners. Overall,
Yamaha has corporate offices, regional offices,
factories and distribution centers in nine states
including Georgia, California, Wisconsin, Texas,
Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Illinois, New Jersey
and Washington. The Newnan factory alone spends
more than $170 million annually with 137 worldwide
suppliers – 125 of which are also based
in North America.
This production transfer ensures that Yamaha
maintains its loyal workforce in Newnan and
will result in the hiring of more U.S. workers
in the coming years. There are 90 positions
at YMMC that are directly related to this year’s
new production. The company currently estimates
adding up to 200 additional jobs over the next
three to five years based on other planned ATV
model transfers to YMMC and market forecasts;
however, the transfer has the potential to add
as many as 800 to 1,000 jobs depending on market
conditions. The factory currently employs more
than 1,100 people in Newnan.
“Yamaha’s factory in Newnan is
state-of-the-art with more than 20 years experience
making a variety of Yamaha products and more
than 10 years of producing top quality ATVs,”
said Mike Chrzanowski, senior vice president
of operations and engineering services at YMMC.
“We here at YMMC are extremely excited
about this production transfer to the U.S. Above
all, it is the YMMC employees and their longstanding
dedication to the company, their own quality
of work, and their communities that has made
this transition possible. With their support,
Yamaha is confident we’ll have a smooth
transition this summer and over the next few
years.”
“Yamaha has been in Newnan for more than
20 years, and we feel very lucky to have such
a fine world renowned company in our area,”
said Newnan Mayor Keith Brady. “On behalf
of the City of Newnan, I would like to congratulate
Yamaha on its ATV production transfer and wish
them continued success for the many products
they produce.”
About Yamaha Motor
Manufacturing Company
Founded in 1986, the Yamaha Motor Manufacturing
Corporation of America (YMMC) facility has the
highest certifications for quality, safety and
environmental manufacturing in producing golf
cars, personal watercraft, Side-by-Side vehicles
and all-terrain vehicles. The factory is ISO9001
Quality Management System and ISO14001 Environmental
Management System certified.
YMMC participates in both
EPA’s National Performance Track Program
and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources
P2 AD Partnership Program. These voluntary programs
were developed to recognize companies that have
implemented strong environmental management
systems. In return, participating companies
are expected to continually improve their environmental
performance through waste reduction, resource
conservation, community outreach, and implementation
of other sustainable business practices. YMMC’s
involvement in these programs clearly shows
its desire and commitment to go beyond regulatory
compliance requirements in protecting and preserving
Georgia’s natural resources. In addition,
YMMC has received the Georgia State Natural
Leader Award.
About Yamaha Motor
Corp., U.S.A.
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., (YMUS) a leader
in the motorsports market, makes the toughest,
most capable and versatile ATV and Side-by-Side
vehicles. The company’s ever-expanding
product offerings also include motorcycles,
outboard motors, personal watercraft, snowmobiles,
boats, outdoor power equipment, race kart engines,
accessories, apparel and much more. YMUS products
are sold through a nationwide network of dealers
in the United States.
Headquartered in Cypress,
Calif., since its incorporation in 1976, Yamaha
also has facilities in Wisconsin and Georgia,
as well as factory operations in Tennessee and
Georgia. For more information on Yamaha, visit
www.yamaha-motor.com.
