Kaptur Applauds OPmobility Strengthening its US Footprint

June 1, 2026 Press Release New State-of-the-Art Plant Slated for Rossford, OH Rossford, OH — Today, Congresswoman Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Auto Caucus released the following statement following the announcement that OPmobility will construct a new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in the greater Toledo area in Rossford, Ohio. Start of production at the plant is estimated for the second half of 2027. “OPmobility’s decision to invest in Rossford will bring hundreds of good paying jobs and support our auto making heritage here in Northwest Ohio,” said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Auto Caucus. “With more than 150 production facilities worldwide, OPmobility’s arrival on the Ohio manufacturing scene holds promise for continued investment in the automotive parts and manufacturing sector here. For Rossford and the greater Toledo region, today’s announcement affirms that our world-class workforce is prepared to meet the demands of global manufacturing in a rapidly evolving economy." "The construction of our 12th plant in the United States closely follows the inauguration of our new North America headquarters in Troy, Michigan," said Félicie Burelle, Chief Executive Officer, OPmobility. "Our first Exterior & Lighting plant in the Midwest will allow OPmobility to serve our customers in this vitally important region, representing 40% of the US automotive manufacturing. These milestones reaffirm our ambition to grow in the region and in the United States, and contribute to our strategic geographical diversification.” “The City of Rossford is pleased to welcome OP Mobility to the Rossford community. Manufacturing continues to provide some of the strongest economic foundations for our area. These new workers will inject fresh, external dollars into Rossford and the surrounding Ohio region," said Mayor Neil MacKinnon, City of Rossford. "Their paychecks will circulate through our local economy—supporting local diners, grocery stores, and trades—proving that a strong industrial base is the cornerstone of a thriving community.” “We welcome OPmobility’s first investment in Ohio, which will boost the state’s strong automotive sector and expand its U.S. footprint with more than 500 new jobs," said Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. "OPmobility's new facility in the Toledo region is great news for Northwest Ohio and a strong vote of confidence in our workers, communities, and automotive legacy from a respected global manufacturer.” “Wood County is excited to welcome OPmobility to Rossford," said Wade Gottschalk, Executive Director, Wood County Economic Development Commission. "Advanced manufacturing has been a key component of our economic success and we are especially pleased to see a global company like OPmobility choose Rossford in Wood County as home to its newest operation and a further statement to the regional workforce and infrastructure that continue to attract manufacturing to our county and region.” “We and our partners at the Regional Growth Partnership welcome OPmobility’s decision to choose Ohio for its first Midwest facility for exterior solutions, which attracts a global leader to the state and reflects the strength of the manufacturing sector our automakers, suppliers and workforce have built together," said JP Nauseef, JobsOhio President and CEO. "Ohio sits at the heart of the automotive sector and is home to some of the world’s leading OEMs and top-tier suppliers, and OPmobility's investment in Toledo — along with more than 500 new jobs — strengthens that leadership.” Additional Background The new plant, located in Rossford, Ohio in the heart of the industrial Midwest, will provide OPmobility a strategic position in a region, which represents more than 40% of the US automotive production. Its strategic location near major transportation routes will enhance the site’s logistics efficiency. This will support the production and delivery of, to begin with, high-quality exterior systems, including bumpers, grilles, and tailgates, while optimizing lead times and reducing the transportation footprint. The plant is designed with flexibility and expansion in mind to accommodate OPmobility’s diverse portfolio of products. It will incorporate next-generation manufacturing technologies, including advanced injection molding and a high-efficiency double-sided paint line. OPmobility will also deploy its latest automation and digital manufacturing solutions to optimize production flows, traceability, and global operational excellence. The new Rossford facility strengthens OPmobility’s footprint in the US, where the Group already operates 11 plants and 6 R&D centers with nearly 3,300 employees. In October 2025, OPmobility inaugurated its North American headquarters in Troy, Michigan, reaffirming its ambition to double US sales by 2030. OPmobility has been operating in North America since 1977. # # # Issues : Trade Jobs and the Economy