Gestamp, a global leader in the design, development, and manufacturing of highly engineered metal components for the automotive sector, participated in the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2025 held in Yokohama from May 21–23. The company presented a range of innovations focused on vehicle light-weighting, structural enhancement, and production efficiency, targeting the evolving needs of Japanese automotive manufacturers.
At the event, Gestamp emphasized three strategic pillars that guide its global operations: innovation, safety, and sustainability. These principles are reflected in the company’s commitment to developing components that enhance occupant protection, reduce emissions, and streamline manufacturing processes. Leveraging its expertise in hot stamping and proprietary forming technologies, Gestamp continues to provide lighter, safer, and more efficient components in response to the demands of next-generation mobility.
Among the highlights was the introduction of Ges-Gigastamping to the Japanese market. This new family of structural components consolidates multiple body parts into single, large-format units. Key products include the Ges-One Piece Floor, a full-floor panel that improves crash resistance and simplifies assembly, and the Wave Rocker, engineered for controlled energy absorption during side impacts. These components form part of Gestamp’s modular Body-in-White (BIW) strategy, offering OEMs greater flexibility and efficiency in assembly line integration while enhancing structural safety and reducing vehicle mass.
Gestamp also presented its latest advancements in chassis technology. The Highpertube chassis system, made from high-strength tubular materials and manufactured using hydroforming processes, offers significant improvements in impact performance and weight reduction. Additionally, the company introduced its newly developed Control Arm—a lightweight, high-strength steel component that combines fatigue resistance with emissions reduction capabilities of up to 15%, supporting more sustainable vehicle architectures.
Edscha, a Gestamp subsidiary, unveiled the Active Frunk system tailored for electric vehicles. This innovation combines automated hood operation with active pedestrian protection technology. The integration of functional safety with enhanced usability strengthens Gestamp’s position as a key collaborator for electric mobility solutions, particularly for Japanese OEMs seeking multifunctional and safety-compliant systems.
Gestamp also introduced its proprietary laser welding technologies aimed at optimizing structural integrity and reducing production complexity. Ges-Wired employs a custom filler wire to produce corrosion-resistant joints without removing protective coatings, thereby increasing durability and minimizing intermediate processing. G-Weld Overlap serves as an alternative to conventional spot welding, achieving up to five times the welding speed and lowering manufacturing costs through simplified assembly.
Gestamp has maintained a presence in Japan since 2009, with a production facility in Matsusaka featuring advanced hot stamping capabilities, and an R&D center in Tokyo dedicated to collaboration with local automotive manufacturers. The company’s continued investment in innovation, tailored to the specific requirements of the Japanese market, reinforces its role as a strategic partner in the automotive industry’s shift toward safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
