Nagase America Mobility Solutions Honored with Nissan's Prestigious 2026 Monozukuri Spirit Award

Nagase America Mobility Solutions Wins the 2026 Monozukuri Spirit Award

Nagase America has made headlines as its Mobility Solutions division was awarded the prestigious 2026 Monozukuri Spirit Award by Nissan Americas. The accolade acknowledges the exceptional capabilities in new model development and launch readiness, showcasing the team's outstanding execution and collaborative efforts that support Nissan's vehicle programs.

The award was officially presented on September 25 during Nissan Americas' annual Supplier Appreciation and Awards event held at the iconic Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, Tennessee. This annual event serves to recognize key supplier partners that demonstrate excellence in a variety of domains including quality, operational excellence, innovation, aftersales support, and sustainability. Among many contenders, Nagase America stood out, being one of only three companies honored with the Monozukuri Spirit Award for its contributions to new model development and timely launch capabilities.

The recognition follows a remarkable enterprise where Nagase America's Mobility Solutions orchestrated a complex transition involving the handover of five Nissan programs within a tight timeframe of just six weeks. This rapid transition necessitated meticulous planning and coordination across various stakeholders including Nagase, Nissan, and their supply chain partners to ensure seamless program continuity while adeptly meeting Nissan's demands for development and launch.

Anthony Kellum, Director of Nagase America Mobility Solutions, expressed pride in the team's achievements, stating, “This award represents much more than a successful launch. It reflects what can be accomplished when our teams combine agility, collaboration, and disciplined execution around a shared objective.” He underscored the excitement surrounding the ongoing partnership with Nissan, emphasizing their commitment to strengthen ties worldwide.

The term 'Monozukuri' is a Japanese word that translates to