Mitsubishi Electric Corporation is a Japanese multinational electronics and electrical equipment manufacturer and a core member of the Mitsubishi Group. Founded in 1921 as a spin-off from Mitsubishi Shipbuilding, the company has grown into a global technology leader. Headquartered in Tokyo, it maintains a network of manufacturing facilities, design centers and research laboratories across Asia, Europe, the Americas and Africa.
The company’s product portfolio spans a broad range of industries. In the industrial sector, Mitsubishi Electric provides factory automation systems, programmable logic controllers and robotics solutions. Its building systems division supplies elevators, escalators and climate control equipment for commercial and residential properties. The energy and infrastructure business delivers power transmission and distribution systems, uninterruptible power supplies and smart grid technologies. Mitsubishi Electric also develops semiconductors, information and communications equipment, satellite and defense systems, rail transportation solutions and automotive electronics.
Throughout its history, Mitsubishi Electric has introduced several technological firsts, including Japan’s first domestically produced television in 1954 and early commercial satellite communications equipment. The company continues to invest in digital transformation and energy-efficient technologies, supporting global initiatives in smart cities, renewable energy integration and advanced mobility. Its executive leadership team oversees a workforce of over 145,000 employees, emphasizing collaborative innovation and sustainability across all operations.
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