by Nissan is closing the Oppama plant in Japan
Nissan has announced the closure of its Oppama plant in Japan. Production at this facility will cease by the end of the 2027 fiscal year. The plant, which has been operating since 1961, currently produces the Note and Note Aura models, as well as the NV200, and employs about 2,400 people.
This decision is part of the Re:Nissan recovery plan, which involves production optimization. The models previously manufactured in Oppama will be transferred to the Nissan Motor Kyushu plant. Although the production facilities are closing, the research center, crash test track, and other facilities on the site will remain operational.
“Today, Nissan made a difficult but necessary decision. It was not easy – for me or for the company – but I believe this is an important step to overcome current challenges and build a stable future,” said Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa.
The company also plans to reduce its global production capacity from 3.5 million to 2.5 million vehicles per year (excluding China). At the same time, Nissan aims to increase plant utilization to 100% and reduce the number of production sites from 17 to 10.
The closure of the Oppama plant is just one stage of a large-scale restructuring. NV200 production will cease in 2026, but a new model to replace it is expected to appear in 2027.
Despite the difficult decisions, Nissan emphasizes the importance of supporting the local community and preserving the spirit of the Oppama plant. The company continues to seek optimal ways to increase efficiency and competitiveness in the global market.
