Astemo invests in new inverter production lines at its Bolton facility, creating and safeguarding more than 200 engineering and manufacturing jobs. The project is backed by the UK Government via funding support from the Automotive Transformation Fund.
Supporting the Future of Electric Vehicles
The manufacturing of efficient, compact, and lightweight inverters will support the next generation of electric vehicle (EV) powertrains and help European OEMs reduce Scope 3 emissions throughout the supply chain.
Astemo, a global designer and manufacturer of automotive components, has unveiled plans to create and safeguard 200 automotive engineering and manufacturing roles at its facility in Bolton. The site will be the base for multiple new inverter production lines to support the next generation of EV powertrains from April 2027.
Government-Backed Innovation
The new production lines are backed by the UK Government via the Automotive Transformation Fund (ATF), led by the Department for Business and Trade in partnership with the Advanced Propulsion Centre. Under the Government’s new DRIVE35 programme, the ATF will continue to unlock private investment in strategic zero-emission vehicle technologies in the UK.
Astemo UK’s next-generation inverters are purpose-engineered for excellent efficiency, compactness, and lightweight design, allowing easy powertrain integration. Manufacturing in Europe ensures compliance with major regional OEMs' green procurement policies and contributes to reducing Scope 3 emissions across the supply chain.
Leadership Comments
Toru Kamioke, Senior Executive VP, Astemo:
"We are honoured by the UK Government's support, reflecting the high regard for our electrification technology. This investment in our Bolton plant will mark the fourth country where Astemo manufactures electrification products, following Japan, the US, and China. Through the Bolton plant, we will respond to Europe’s EV market growth, creating jobs and supporting the UK automotive industry."
Lee Owens, Managing Director, Astemo UK:
"We are immensely grateful for the UK Government's support. The creation and safeguarding of over 200 jobs will expand our highly skilled workforce, profoundly impacting the local community. We are committed to delivering world-class products and growing the Bolton plant into a UK hub of excellence for power electronics manufacturing."
Jonathan Reynolds, Business and Trade Secretary:
"Astemo investing over £100 million into its UK site is a huge win for Bolton and Greater Manchester—a vote of confidence in our Plan for Change. It will create and safeguard over 200 jobs, putting more money in local people's pockets and supporting a globally competitive zero-emission vehicle supply chain."
