The Challenge
As OPmobility continues to grow its North American business, the company needed to increase its manufacturing capacity and strengthen its proximity to customers in the Midwest. With more than 40% of U.S. automotive production occurring in the region, establishing a manufacturing presence closer to major automakers offered OPmobility an opportunity to improve logistics, increase operational agility, and support future growth.
After securing contracts to supply two new Stellantis vehicle programs, OPmobility needed a new facility capable of supporting initial production while also providing room to grow.
The Solution
OPmobility chose Ohio as the site for a new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in the greater Toledo area, marking the company's first dedicated Exterior & Lighting facility in the Midwest.
The new plant will manufacture exterior systems including bumpers, grilles, and tailgates, using advanced injection molding, a high-efficiency double-sided paint line, automation, and digital manufacturing technologies. Designed with flexibility and expansion in mind, the facility will give OPmobility the capacity to support its current customer commitments while positioning the company to pursue additional business.
Located near major transportation routes in the heart of the Midwest, the facility will bring OPmobility closer to its customers, streamline logistics, shorten delivery times, and reduce the distance products and materials need to travel. Production is planned to begin in the second half of 2027.
Key Factors in Choosing Ohio Included:
Proximity to major automotive customers and a region representing more than 40% of U.S. automotive production
A strategic central location that supports efficient logistics and future business opportunities
Ohio's strong automotive manufacturing ecosystem and experienced workforce
The flexibility to expand manufacturing capacity and accommodate additional business
Ohio's collaborative business environment, supported by strong partnerships with state and local entities, and favorable tax laws
The Results
Jobs Created: 541
Total Payroll: $40 million
Total Investment: $190.9 million
Economic Impact: OPmobility's investment establishes a significant new manufacturing presence in Northwest Ohio, adding advanced manufacturing capacity to the state's automotive supply chain. The project strengthens the region's position as a destination for global automotive suppliers while supporting continued economic growth in the Toledo area.
Strategic Advantage: OPmobility's decision to establish its first dedicated Exterior & Lighting plant in the Midwest underscores the benefits of Ohio's central location in the U.S. automotive industry. By combining proximity to major customers, an established automotive manufacturing base, a skilled workforce, and room for future expansion, Ohio provides OPmobility with a platform to serve its customers today while positioning the company for continued growth in North America.
Our first Exterior & Lighting plant in the Midwest will allow OPmobility to serve our customers in this vitally important region, representing 40% of the U.S. automotive manufacturing. These milestones reaffirm our ambition to grow in the region and in the United States, and contribute to our strategic geographical diversification.
— Félicie Burelle, Chief Executive Officer, OPmobility
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