- CEO
- Michio Takekawa
- Full Time Employees
- 3,574
- Sector
- Commercial services
- Industry
- Commercial printing/Forms
- Address
- 3-1 Nakabarushinmachi Kitakyushu Japan 804-0003
- IPO Date
- Sep 21, 1994
- Business
- Zenrin Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based company specializing in the collection, management, and provision of geospatial information and mapping data. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Zenrin develops and offers a comprehensive range of products and services including printed residential maps; residential map data products; industry-specific business support packages; local government mapping solutions; data licensing for car navigation and autonomous driving systems; sales promotion support packages; and IoT solution services. The company serves diverse industries such as automotive, real estate, telecommunications, government, and public safety, providing location-based information, mapping software, and GIS solutions across Japan and internationally with offices in the U.S., Europe, India, and Taiwan. Zenrin maintains a leading market position in map software and in-car navigation systems, supported by its extensive, continually updated cartographic database. Recent major developments include the April 2024 acquisition of a 90.43% stake in Locus Blue, expanding its capabilities in geospatial data services, and a strategic partnership formed in June 2024 with Intellias to deliver advanced digital maps enriched with Japan map data for modern car navigation systems globally. The company actively advances its autonomous driving business by licensing high-precision 3D spatial data and participates in initiatives such as the Dynamic Map Platform to meet emerging market demands including EV infrastructure and ADAS integration. Zenrin continues to strengthen its recurring revenue base through expanded marketing solutions and the growth of its cloud-based map APIs and solution services for corporate clients across multiple sectors. Its business model focuses on stock-type stable revenue streams, serving an extensive customer base that includes government offices, local municipalities, emergency services, and private sector enterprises. This robust portfolio and strategic growth initiatives position Zenrin as a pivotal provider in geospatial information and location-based services in Japan and internationally.