OUR COMPANY

Discover the history and values of SEAC, member of the Japanese group SOMIC ISHIKAWA

JTEKT, SOMIC ISHIKAWA & SEAC

JTEKT Corporation

Founding partner

JTEKT Corporation is a Japanese global leader specialized in steering systems and automotive components. Co-founder of SEAC in 2001, JTEKT holds 25% of the shares and brings its technological expertise to support SEAC's development in Europe.

Global leader25% shareholderSteering systemsOsaka, Japan

SOMIC ISHIKAWA

Our Japanese parent company

SOMIC Ishikawa, majority shareholder at 75%, is based in Hamamatsu, Japan and has 10 subsidiaries worldwide. Their know-how developed for over 100 years is now integrated in Europe thanks to SEAC's presence, enabling local expertise with a global dimension.

+100 years experience75% shareholder10 global subsidiariesHamamatsu, Japan

SEAC

Saint-Étienne Automotive Components

SEAC is a French company specialized in the manufacture of automotive safety components. Based in Saint-Étienne, it benefits from unique Japanese know-how in Europe and establishes itself as a major player in the European automotive market.

Founded in 2001Saint-Étienne, France

GLOBAL PRESENCE

The SOMIC ISHIKAWA group has an international network of subsidiaries enabling it to serve automotive manufacturers on all continents, with local expertise and Japanese quality.

OUR HISTORY

More than 20 years of innovation and growth

2001

Birth of SEAC

Creation of Saint-Etienne Automotive Components, the result of a collaboration between JTEKT and SOMIC ISHIKAWA, to meet the requirements of the automotive sector.

2007

New leadership

The arrival of Mr. Lintis Adrian as president marks a new strategic stage for SEAC.

2007

Quality recognition

Obtaining a prestigious quality certificate issued by Toyota Europe, highlighting the excellence of our products.

2011

Excellence in value analysis

Toyota Europe rewards SEAC for the efficiency and relevance of its value analyses.

2011

Award-winning supplier performance

Toyota & Peugeot Citroën Automobile distinguish SEAC for its exceptional performance as a supplier.

2012

Recognized cost reduction

Toyota Europe grants SEAC a certificate for its remarkable efforts in cost control.

2014

New production capacity

Acquisition of a modern production site in Saint-Étienne, strengthening the company's industrial capabilities.

2015

ISO 9001 certification

Obtaining ISO 9001 certification, guaranteeing a quality management system compliant with international standards.

2015

Renewed quality recognition

Toyota Europe again awards a quality certificate in recognition of SEAC's performance.

2017

Technological innovation

Integration of a cutting-edge 3D scanner to optimize quality control processes.

2017

Advanced automation

Implementation of automated solutions on 4 assembly lines to increase production efficiency and precision.

2018

Capacity enhancement

Addition of new machining and assembly lines to meet growing demand.

2021

Infrastructure expansion

Construction of a 1,500 m² logistics building, significantly increasing our storage capacity and flow management.

2023

Cutting-edge automation

Replacement of a roughing line with an automated line, guaranteeing significant gains in quality and productivity.

2024

Strategic investments

Modernization of two finishing lines with automation, continuing SEAC's commitment to operational excellence.

2025

New Japanese leadership

The arrival of Mr. KURIBAYASHI Jiro as president and Mr. AWATA Tetsuji as vice-president strengthens ties with Japanese partners and marks a new era of international leadership for SEAC.

THEY TRUSTED US

Automotive manufacturers equipped with our components

As a specialized automotive supplier, we indirectly equip many global automotive manufacturers through our partnerships with their suppliers. Our expertise in manufacturing safety components allows us to contribute to the excellence of prestigious brand vehicles, ensuring quality and reliability for end users.

Equipped Manufacturers

Our components integrated into their vehicles through our supplier partners

Toyota

Automotive manufacturer partner

Direct collaborationLBJ, OBJ, Dampers