Kyocera SGS to Relocate their European Headquarters to Create Kyocera’s Largest Carbide Tooling Site in Europe

As part of Kyocera Corporation’s global drive to become the world’s leading carbide tooling
company, Kyocera SGS Precision Tools Europe Ltd (KSPTE) has announced the relocation of its
European Headquarters from Wokingham, Berkshire, to the Kyocera Unimerco facility in
Fradley, Staffordshire.
This strategic move strengthens Kyocera’s European manufacturing and R&D capabilities,
enhances operational efficiency, and reinforces the company’s commitment to providing
exceptional value and service to customers across the region.
The relocation will create Kyocera’s largest carbide tool manufacturing site in Europe,
establishing Fradley as the new European base for Kyocera SGS.
Customer benefits include:
• Centralised logistics: Fradley’s central UK location provides improved access to major
transport networks and logistics hubs, reducing lead times and improving delivery
reliability.
• Expanded R&D facilities: A larger Research and Development Centre will support
customer product trials & testing, cycle-time studies, customer events and training.
• Increased production capacity: The purpose-built, 6.4-acre manufacturing site offers
greater flexibility, improved throughput and scope for future expansion.
• Lifecycle tooling support: Integration with Kyocera Unimerco’s ‘Re-New’ regrind and
refurbishment capabilities enables complete end-to-end tooling solutions from
manufacture to regrind.
• Sustainability and resilience: Centralised operations reduce carbon footprint and
strengthen supply-chain resilience across Europe.
Both Kyocera SGS and Kyocera Unimerco will continue to operate independently while
benefiting from shared infrastructure, technical collaboration, and optimised operational
efficiencies.
KYOCERA SGS Precision Tools Europe Ltd.
European Headquarters 10 Ashville Way,
Wokingham, Berkshire RG41 2PL
Tel: +44 (0) 1189 795 200
www.kyocera-sgstool.co.uk
Registered in England No: 4377521 VAT No: 784391591
“Kyocera SGS remains dedicated to delivering world-class tooling performance and customer
service,” said Hugh Welch, European Managing Director, Kyocera SGS Precision Tools Europe.
“The relocation to Fradley marks an exciting new chapter in our European growth strategy,
enabling us to enhance our capabilities, strengthen supply chains, and deliver even greater
value to our customers.”
The move underscores Kyocera’s commitment to ongoing investment in advanced
manufacturing technologies, LEAN processes, and sustainable growth across its global tooling
divisions.