Mitsubishi Motors and FPT Japan Holdings Sign MoU for Software and Digital Collaboration
Mitsubishi Motors has signed a memorandum of understanding with FPT Japan Holdings to explore collaboration in software and digital domains, with the aim of potentially forming a joint venture.
$2.66 billion
54,000 employees
What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with FPT Japan Holdings Co., Ltd., the Japanese subsidiary of FPT Corporation, on May 14, 2026. The MoU initiates discussions on collaboration in software and digital domains, with a view to potentially establishing a joint venture in the future. The two companies will discuss specific areas and business schemes.
“By combining Mitsubishi Motors’ expertise in the mobility domain with FPT’s strong technological capabilities and human resource base in the IT and software field, this MoU is intended to contribute to the expansion of business opportunities for both companies.”
“Japan is embarking on a vision to build a new nation powered by advanced technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, quantum computing, regenerative medicine, and marine robotics. As a long-term partner to Japan, FPT is committed to contributing to this transformation alongside leading Japanese corporations, and this collaboration with Mitsubishi Motors Corporation is a meaningful step in ”
$2.66 billionUSD
For 2025, reported total revenue and over 54,000 employees.
Why this matters
As the automotive industry shifts toward software-defined vehicles, automakers like Mitsubishi need strong technology partners; this MoU could help Mitsubishi strengthen its digital competitiveness.
Terms in This Story
- MoU
- Memorandum of Understanding – a non-binding agreement outlining intentions to collaborate.
- SDV
- Software-Defined Vehicle – a vehicle where software controls many functions.
- CASE
- Connected, Autonomous, Shared, Electric – acronym for key automotive trends.
- DX
- Digital Transformation – the integration of digital technology into all business areas.
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