Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine America

What Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine America does

Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine America, Inc. (MTEA) is the North American operating subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engine & Turbocharger (MHIET), headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, and founded in 1985. The company manufactures and distributes industrial diesel and natural gas engines, turbochargers, marine propulsion systems, diesel generator sets, and genuine replacement parts across the Americas. Its product portfolio spans small industrial engines (9 kW-64 kW), large industrial engines (685 kW-2,150 kW), natural gas engines (450 kWe-1,500 kWe), marine engines (429 hp-1,676 hp), MGS diesel generator sets, and USA-manufactured automotive and industrial turbochargers, with multi-tier EPA and IMO emissions certifications including Tier 4 Final, Tier 3, Tier 2, Tier 1, IMO2, and CARB compliance.

MTEA's core manufacturing asset is the Franklin, Indiana turbocharger plant, which has produced 6.5 million units over its 10-year operating history and is targeted to reach 10 million by 2030. The company also operates a warehouse in Addison, Illinois, and a Detroit-area office, with products supplied to major North American automakers including General Motors and Honda. The company is closely integrated with MHI Group affiliates MHIET (Japan), MTEE (Netherlands), and MHIESA (Singapore), providing global support coverage.

MTEA generates revenue primarily through hardware sales of engines, turbochargers, and parts, with additional service and support revenue through its authorized distributor network. Distribution operates via a two-anchor regional model — Laborde Products on the East Coast and Cascade Engine Center on the West Coast — supplemented by a network of authorized dealers across North and South America and a direct e-commerce parts platform. The company has also extended into fuel cell system components via a turbocharger-derived air compressor product launched in 2022. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of MHIET, MTEA is not independently financed and reports no standalone funding rounds.

Name

Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine America

Legal name

Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine America, Inc.

Website

https://mtea-us.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine America is the North American subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engine & Turbocharger, manufacturing and distributing industrial diesel and natural gas engines, turbochargers, marine propulsion systems, and parts across the Americas.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Engines and Power Generation Equipment

NAICS

Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (33361), Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing (333611)

SIC

Engines & Turbines (3510), Motors & Generators (3621), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013)

akta.pro primary industry

Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Manufacturing (Gasoline/Diesel) (IMACAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Diesel Engine Power Plants (Medium/High-Speed Reciprocating) (EUACACAB), Turbochargers & Superchargers Rebuild/Remanufacturing (TLAKALAE)

Keywords

• Industrial diesel engines
• Natural gas engines
• Marine propulsion engines
• Automotive turbochargers
• Power generation systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Itasca

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Engine Sales: Sale of industrial diesel and gas engines for power generation, marine, and industrial applications
2. Turbocharger Sales: Sale of turbochargers for automotive OEM supply and aftermarket replacement
3. Parts and Genuine Mitsubishi Parts: Sale of genuine Mitsubishi replacement parts for engines and turbochargers
4. Service and Support: Service and support through authorized distributor network

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine America (MTEA) manufactures and distributes industrial diesel engines (9 kW to 2150 kW), natural gas engines (450 kWe to 1500 kWe), marine propulsion engines (429 hp to 1676 hp), MGS diesel generator sets, and automotive/industrial turbochargers for OEM supply and aftermarket replacement. The company also distributes genuine Mitsubishi replacement parts and recently introduced a turbocharger air compressor for fuel cell systems. Operations span North and South America through a network of authorized distributors.

Product overview

Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine America (MTEA) operates as the North American subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engine & Turbocharger (MHIET), offering a comprehensive portfolio of power generation and propulsion products. The product lineup centers on diesel and natural gas engines ranging from 9 kW to 2150 kW across small industrial, large industrial, and marine segments, complemented by MGS diesel generator sets and turbochargers for both OEM and aftermarket applications. The company also distributes genuine Mitsubishi replacement parts and has recently expanded into fuel cell technology with turbocharger air compressors. All products are backed by over 30 years of manufacturing expertise, with domestic production at the Franklin, Indiana turbocharger plant that has produced over 6.5 million units since its founding.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Small Industrial Engines (9 kW-64 kW) Compact industrial diesel engines ranging from 9 kW to 64 kW power output, available in constant and variable speed configurations meeting EPA Tier 4 Final, Interim Tier 4, and Tier 3 emissions standards for North American and export markets.
• Large Industrial Engines (685 kW-2150 kW) High-power industrial diesel engines from 685 kW to 2150 kW designed for standby and prime power applications, meeting EPA Tier 2 and Tier 1 emissions regulations.
• Marine Engines (429 hp-1676 hp) Marine propulsion engines ranging from 429 hp to 1676 hp compliant with EPA TIER 4, TIER 3, TIER 2, and IMO2 emissions standards for commercial marine vessels.
• Natural Gas Engines (GSR Series, 450 kWe-1500 kWe) Natural gas-fired engines and generator sets producing 450 kWe to 1500 kWe of electrical power, featuring the GSR Series for standby and prime power generation applications.
• MGS Diesel Generator Sets Complete Mitsubishi generator set systems featuring MGS-B, MGS-C, MGS-LS, and MGS-HV models, integrating Mitsubishi diesel engines with Mitsubishi turbochargers for optimized fuel efficiency and power generation.
• Turbochargers Automotive and industrial turbochargers manufactured in the USA for OEM and aftermarket supply, serving major North American automakers including General Motors and Honda, with applications across multiple automotive brands.
• Genuine Mitsubishi Parts Original equipment manufacturer replacement parts including oil filters, engine components, and maintenance items designed and manufactured to Mitsubishi's strict quality standards for optimal engine performance and durability.
• Air Compressor for Fuel Cell System Specialized turbocharger technology adapted for fuel cell vehicle applications, providing air compression functionality required for hydrogen fuel cell power systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• 6.5 million turbochargers produced at Franklin plant in 10 years
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered regional and core.

• Cascade Engine CenterregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 11 August 2020Cascade Engine Center appointed as West Coast distributor for Mitsubishi products, providing sales and support for engines and turbochargers in the western United States region.
• Laborde ProductsregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 April 2020Laborde Products appointed as East Coast distributor for Mitsubishi products, providing distribution and service support for engines and related products in the eastern United States.
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engine & Turbocharger (MHIET)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company in Japan. MHIET is the parent manufacturing entity that produces engines and turbochargers supplied to MTEA for North American distribution.
• Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine Europe B.V. (MTEE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional affiliate in the Netherlands for European market coverage as part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Group global network.
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engine System Asia Pte. Ltd. (MHIESA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional affiliate in Singapore for Asian market coverage as part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Group global network.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Cummins: Cummins is the leading global manufacturer of diesel and natural gas engines (including the QSK series) and integrated generator sets for power generation, marine, and industrial markets — directly overlapping MTEA's industrial and generator set portfolio.
• Deutz AG: Deutz manufactures diesel and gas engines up to about 620 kW for industrial, automotive, and stationary power applications, overlapping with MTEA's small-to-medium industrial engine range.
• MTU/Rolls-Royce Power Systems (now Rolls-Royce Solutions): MTU/Rolls-Royce manufactures large diesel and gas engines and complete generator sets for power generation, marine, and industrial applications, directly comparable to MTEA's large industrial and marine engine lines.
• Volvo Penta: Volvo Penta is a major manufacturer of marine and industrial diesel engines, serving commercial marine and power generation segments that overlap directly with MTEA's marine engine business.
• Generac Power Systems: Generac is a leading North American producer of backup power generators and engines, directly competing with MTEA's MGS diesel generator sets and natural gas generator offerings in the data center and standby power market.
• Kohler Power Systems: Kohler manufactures industrial generators, diesel/gas engine generator sets, and distributed power solutions, directly comparable to MTEA's MGS line in the North American backup and prime power market.
• Caterpillar: Caterpillar produces industrial diesel and gas engines, marine propulsion systems, and integrated generator sets under the Cat brand, competing head-to-head with MTEA in standby, prime, and marine power applications.
• MAN Energy Solutions: MAN Energy Solutions produces large marine propulsion engines and power generation turbines, directly comparable to MTEA's marine engine portfolio and emissions-compliant IMO2/Tier 4 offerings.
• Garrett Motion: Garrett Motion is a major independent OEM supplier of turbochargers for automotive and commercial vehicle applications, directly competing with MTEA's Franklin plant turbocharger business serving GM, Honda, and other North American automakers.

Broad incumbents

• BorgWarner: BorgWarner is a broad automotive propulsion supplier with a significant turbocharger portfolio, overlapping with MTEA's turbocharger OEM business, but operating across a wider product range including drivetrain and battery systems.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance6 records

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Funding overview

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Investors

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