News Release

Establishment of European Robotics Distribution Center (ERDC) and Relocation and Expansion of YASKAWA Ristro d.o.o.

NewsJul 01, 2026

 YASKAWA Electric Corporation (Head Office: Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan; Representative Director, Chairman of the Board and President: Hiroshi Ogasawara) announces that YASKAWA Europe Robotics d.o.o. has established European Robotics Distribution Center (ERDC), a logistics facility located in Kočevje, Slovenia, and relocated and expanded YASKAWA Ristro d.o.o. to streamline the logistics system and expand production capacity for the European robotics business.

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    External view of the new facility

1.Purpose

 This initiative aims to strengthen the robotics business in Europe, where future growth is expected. Specifically, the establishment of ERDC enables shorter delivery lead times, lower logistics costs, and optimized inventory by centralizing logistics functions. In addition, YASKAWA Ristro d.o.o., previously located in Ribnica, Slovenia, has been relocated to the same site, integrating development, production, and system factory functions. This integration will further enhance customer support capabilities as a hub for solution technology.

 Through this initiative, Yaskawa has increased the production capacity of robots. Simultaneously, its robot systems business will be able to serve a broader range of industries, including construction and agricultural machinery, as well as the automotive market.

2.Facility Profile

Location

 

Ulica Daigora Yasukawe 1, 1330 Kočevje, Slovenia

*The facilities have been expanded adjacent to the existing factory

Site area

 

ERDC: approximately 10,000 m²

YASKAWA Ristro d.o.o.: approximately 10,000 m²

Investment amount

Approximately 5 billion yen

Production capacity

Manipulator production capacity expanded to 850 units

 

For inquires, contact:

Corporate Communications Dept.

YASKAWA Electric Corporation

E-mail: pr@yaskawa.co.jp

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