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Nissha Medical Technologies (NMT) is relocating its engineering operations to Nashville, creating 38 jobs and investing $4.5 million. This move, supported by Tennessee officials, aims to establish a Center of Excellence in partnership with Vanderbilt University, enhancing the state’s medical technology landscape. The facility will focus on developing innovative and less invasive medical devices and will serve as a hub for collaboration with other firms. Renovations are expected to be completed by March 2026, signaling a strong commitment to local economic growth and job creation.
Tennessee will see significant growth in its engineering sector as Nissha Medical Technologies (NMT) relocates its engineering operations to Nashville, creating 38 new jobs and investing $4.5 million. This strategic move, announced by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter, signals a commitment to enhancing the state’s profile in medical technology innovation.
NMT’s relocation project is set to establish a Center of Excellence in partnership with Vanderbilt University. This center will not only serve as NMT’s U.S. engineering hub but will also share incubator space for research and development. By collaborating with EndoTheia, a designer of endoscopic tools led by Vanderbilt faculty member Bob Webster, NMT aims to enhance the precision and control of existing endoscopic tools, which are critical in medical procedures.
Through this collaboration, NMT plans to support the development of smaller, less invasive medical devices with improved visualization and navigation capabilities, which are increasingly in demand in the healthcare sector. The Nashville Center of Excellence is envisioned as a pivotal facility to attract entrepreneurs from both Vanderbilt and other medical device firms for internship opportunities and access to specialized equipment.
Gov. Bill Lee highlighted that this initiative reflects the administration’s commitment to leveraging Tennessee’s skilled workforce. Commissioner McWhorter noted the significance of the new facility as a catalyst for innovation and support for device manufacturing and prototyping. The R&D hub will include essential facilities such as a machine shop, dry lab, and clean room dedicated to device development.
The renovations for the new facility are projected to be completed by March 2026. This timeframe indicates NMT’s immediate focus on establishing a robust engineering presence in Nashville, which has already been recognized for its growing reputation as a hub for medical technology and innovation.
Nissha Medical Technologies, which has been operational since 1909 and is headquartered in Buffalo, New York, specializes in medical device design and manufacturing. NMT is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nissha Co., Ltd., based in Kyoto, Japan. The company’s move to Nashville aligns with broader economic trends, given that Japan is Tennessee’s top partner for foreign direct investment, with over 200 Japanese companies contributing to more than 57,000 jobs and $20 billion in capital investment in the state.
This relocation is viewed as part of a broader strategy to diversify Tennessee’s innovation ecosystem and create future job opportunities within the region. The collaboration between NMT and EndoTheia is poised to facilitate market insights and connections through NMT’s extensive external network.
Key stakeholders in Nashville, such as Mayor Freddie O’Connell and Vanderbilt Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, are actively involved in fostering an environment conducive to innovation. This partnership echoes Nashville’s ambitions to be a leader in medical technology and strengthens its position as an attractive destination for related industries.
In summary, Nissha Medical Technologies’ relocation to Nashville represents a significant investment in the local economy and highlights the collaborative efforts between industry and academia aimed at advancing medical technology.
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