IRVINE, Calif. (BRAIN) — Shimano announced this week that it will be changing the corporate name of its North America subsidiaries, which are based here.
Effective immediately, Shimano American Corporation has had its name changed to Shimano North America Holding, Inc. Under its umbrella will be Shimano North America Bicycle, Inc. and Shimano North America Fishing, Inc.
A spokesman said the change creates alignment globally with Shimano's business structure. The new name will be appearing on invoicing, packing slips, marketing materials, and other communications.
Last month, Shimano announced that it was changing the name of its Polish subsidiary from Shimano Polska Bicycle Parts Sp. z o.o. to Shimano Polska Sp. z o.o.
