SODECIA and AAPICO, both family owned companies, are pleased to announce the establishment of a strategic joint venture in the United States, combining the core strengths and capabilities of both companies to better serve a specific and valued customer in the automotive sector on the manufacture and supply of chassis frames.

SODECIA is a global Tier 1 supplier, headquartered in Portugal, and operating in over 40 locations across Europe, North and South America, and Asia to the automotive industry, specialized in engineering and manufacturing of innovative structural components, powertrain systems, and mechanisms.

AAPICO is a publicly listed leading automotive Tier 1 parts manufacturer based in Thailand, with global focus specialized in the production of jigs dies and press parts, chassis frame components, cradles, plastic parts, forged and machine parts. Aapico supplies to most Japanese Oems in Thailand with a 30 year history. Aapico currently has 50 subsidiaries and associate companies with operations in Thailand, Malaysia, China and Portugal.

SODECIA and AAPICO are recognized for their commitment to quality, modernization, advanced technology, operational excellence and long-term partnerships with global automotive manufacturers, with a a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.

This joint initiative reflects a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and responsiveness in the ever-evolving automotive industry. By leveraging SODECIA’s global manufacturing expertise and AAPICO’s operational excellence and market agility, the new venture is uniquely positioned to meet the precise needs of the customer while reinforcing both companies’ roles as strategic suppliers in the industry.

The partnership marks a significant milestone in the ongoing global expansion strategies of both companies, underlining their dedication to delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and timely solutions in North America.

The new joint venture underscores the strategic vision of SODECIA and AAPICO, focused on growth through collaboration, customer satisfaction, and sustainable innovation.