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Fictiv Strengthens Global Presence with New Guangzhou Office

Fictiv Inc., a subsidiary of Misumi Group, officially inaugurated its new office in Panyu District, Guangzhou, China, on April 8, 2026. This strategic expansion marks a significant step forward in enhancing Fictiv and Misumi’s initiatives in the Americas, particularly in the realm of Industrial AI.

The newly established office is designed to serve as a quality management and logistics hub, aligning with Fictiv’s full range of service offerings. Positioned as a core backend facility, it is equipped to manage the entire process from conceptual design and production to rapid delivery.

Situated in the Pearl River Delta, a globally renowned economic hub and manufacturing cluster, this location enables Fictiv to forge deeper collaborations with its key partners. This geographical advantage facilitates quick feedback between Fictiv’s engineers and manufacturing partners, ensuring the reliability and agility of operations essential for maintaining international quality standards.

Dave Evans, CEO of Fictiv and President of the Americas Business Company, stated, “The expansion of this office symbolizes our ongoing commitment to building a manufacturing ecosystem that meets the rapid pace of modern product development. By merging digital manufacturing with robust regional partnerships, we aim to create an environment where client businesses can swiftly transition from prototyping to mass production while upholding the high standards of precision required for sophisticated hardware.”

Fictiv’s new office will support various industries, including aerospace, automotive, climate tech, robotics, eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing), medical technologies, and factory automation. This strategic move solidifies Fictiv’s long-term commitment to the Chinese market and integrates with Misumi Group’s global manufacturing framework to accelerate the establishment of next-generation production and procurement models utilizing Industrial AI.

Overview of the New Office

• - Location: Panyu District, Guangzhou, China
• - Site Area: 1,100 square meters
• - Floor Area: 4,721 square meters
• - Facilities: Quality management hub, logistics facility (with some warehousing), and office space

About Fictiv

Fictiv, as a US subsidiary of Misumi Group, operates as a global manufacturing and supply chain company. It assists businesses in overcoming traditional barriers such as costs, complexities, and risks, enabling them to scale their operations globally. Through collaborations with global manufacturing partners in India, Mexico, China, and the United States, Fictiv provides customers with access to high-quality manufacturing services while optimizing the supply chain and mitigating risks.

This results in a smooth and assured transition from prototyping to mass production, promoting innovation for companies ranging from startups to established enterprises.

To date, Fictiv has delivered over 39 million commercial and prototype parts, facilitating rapid innovation, effective resource utilization, and sustainable growth for its clients.

About Misumi

Misumi offers essential mechanical components, tools, and consumables to over 323,000 global companies (as of March 2025). Their unique business model, which combines manufacturing capabilities with the sales of third-party products, ensures a “global guarantee of short delivery times,” significantly enhancing customer convenience.