Lantek launches new subsidiary in Japan

Members of the Lantek team at a trade fair in Japan in 2024 — Andre Mahl, country manager of Lantek Japan, Alberto López de Biñaspre, CEO of Lantek and Jun Yoshida, commercial director of Lantek Japan

Spain-based Lantek, the largest sheet metal software company in the world, has achieved another milestone as part of its strategic growth plan with the opening of a new subsidiary in Japan.

This expansion has been made possible through the integration of the Japanese company FA Service, a move that significantly enhances Lantek’s ability to deliver solutions tailored to the Japanese market and machine tool builders, while strengthening its local service capabilities.

This strategic decision not only marks a key milestone for FA Service but also opens new opportunities for collaboration with a wide range of machine manufacturers, positioning the company as a vital hub for Lantek’s operations across the Asian region.

Through this collaboration, FA Service’s Japanese customers gain access to Lantek’s global network of over 400 software experts, who bring 35 years of experience in driving digital transformation in the sheet metal industry. Lantek’s team is dedicated to helping manufacturers enhance their efficiency and competitiveness in an increasingly dynamic market.

Exceptional technical support
The Japanese team, composed of over 25 engineers with extensive experience in the CAD/CAM industry and a deep understanding of the Japanese sheet metal market, enables Lantek to offer exceptional technical support and provide customised solutions that meet the specific needs of clients in the region.

With this latest expansion, Lantek now operates in 16 countries. Backed by a global network of over 36,000 customers, Lantek is renowned for its multi-vendor approach to smart factory solutions. By enabling manufacturers to maximise their productivity regardless of the machines or technologies they use, Lantek continues to lead the way in driving innovation across the industry.

This integration unlocks significant new opportunities for machine tool builders, giving them a robust global platform to expand their reach into new markets while benefitting from Lantek’s proven infrastructure and international presence. Customers can now take advantage of an extended portfolio of technologies, including cutting and bending solutions, manufacturing execution systems (MES), enterprise resource planning (ERP), and advanced tools for analytics and smart cost estimation enhanced with artificial intelligence (AI).

With this integration, FA Service and Lantek bring together their respective strengths to create a seamless, customer-focused experience while reinforcing their shared commitment to driving innovation and delivering exceptional value.