Overview
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is the central pillar of Japan's defence industrial base, now undergoing the slow expansion that the new Japanese defence posture requires. Defence revenue is around USD 6 billion but growing rapidly under the new five-year procurement framework. The Mogami-class frigate, Taigei-class submarine, Type 12 anti-ship missile, and the GCAP sixth-generation fighter co-development with the UK and Italy anchor the portfolio.
Recent Strategic Moves
GCAP demonstrator phase progressing on schedule. Type 12 anti-ship missile range extension delivered. Mogami-class frigate Block II programme initiated.
Flagship Products & Programmes
F-2 / F-15J upgradesMogami-class frigateTaigei-class submarineType 12 anti-ship missileGCAP (with UK and Italy)
Business Categories
Combat AircraftSubmarinesMissilesSurface Combatants