What Juki Singapore Pte Ltd does

Juki Singapore Pte Ltd is a wholly-owned subsidiary of JUKI Corporation, Japan, operating as the regional headquarters for industrial sewing machine sales and distribution across South-East Asia, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Oceania. Founded in Singapore in 1982 (with the parent group dating to 1938), the company manufactures and distributes industrial sewing machines spanning apparel (lockstitch, overlock, zigzag, post-bed, coverstitch, chainstitch, buttoning, buttonholing, bartacking, shape-tacking), non-apparel heavy-weight materials (flat-bed, cylinder-bed, post-bed, long-arm machines for leather, car seats, sofas, bags, tents), computer-controlled cycle machines (AMS series achieving up to 2,800sti/min), and automatic machines for footwear. The technology stack is built on direct-drive servomotor systems, digital control panels, and ICT-enabled data transfer between machines and Android tablets. The company also distributes non-sewing products from third-party partners (Hashima sublimation transfer, Shima Seiki P-CAM cutting, JSK sewfree bonding, H&H hot air sealing, Queen Light welding, Epson) and markets its own JIN sub-brand of digital sewing systems.

The business model is primarily hardware sales through a network of agents and distributors, supplemented by software (PM-1 programming software), motors/control systems (SC-920/M51N series), and replacement parts. The company operates 23+ office locations across 13 countries including Cambodia, Ethiopia, UAE, Myanmar, Pakistan, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Jordan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, India, Thailand, and Vietnam, with the deepest footprint in India (8 offices in apparel manufacturing clusters). Customer segments are Apparel Manufacturers (primary), Leather and Heavy-Weight Materials, and Footwear Manufacturers. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; product catalogs are freely available but sales are handled through regional office inquiries. The company has 85 employees and operates as a private limited company with no public listing. Leadership consists of a Chairman (Koike Hidehiko), President (Ishida Shinetsu), Vice President (Takeuchi Yoshiharu), and Director (Goh Tang Cheow).

Name

Juki Singapore Pte Ltd

Legal name

Juki Singapore Pte Ltd

Website

https://juki.com.sg

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Juki Singapore Pte Ltd is the regional headquarters and wholly-owned subsidiary of JUKI Corporation, Japan, manufacturing and distributing industrial sewing machines, computer-controlled cycle systems, and motors/control systems across South-East Asia, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Oceania, serving apparel, leather, heavy-materials, and footwear manufacturers through regional offices and distributors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Sewing Machines

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (33331)

akta.pro primary industry

Capping, Sealing & Closing Machines (IMAHAOAG)

Keywords

• Industrial sewing machines
• Apparel manufacturing equipment
• Heavy-weight material sewing
• Computer-controlled sewing
• Lockstitch sewing machines

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices23 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Sewing Machines: Manufactures and distributes industrial sewing machines including lockstitch, overlock, zigzag, post-bed, coverstitch, chainstitch machines for apparel manufacturing and heavy-weight materials processing.
2. Software Solutions: Provides software solutions including PM-1 programming software for computer-controlled sewing machines to input and edit sewing data.
3. Motors and Control Systems: Sells motors, control boxes, and servomotor systems including SC-920/M51N series control boxes and servomotors.
4. Parts and Accessories: Operates a dedicated parts website for replacement parts and accessories.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Juki Singapore Pte Ltd manufactures and distributes industrial sewing machines for apparel manufacturing and heavy-weight materials processing. The portfolio spans lockstitch, overlock/safety stitch, zigzag, post-bed, coverstitch, chainstitch, button sewing, buttonholing, bartacking, shape-tacking, and computer-controlled cycle machines. The company also provides motors and control systems (SC-920/M51N Series), PM-1 programming software for computer-controlled machines, and distributes complementary non-sewing equipment from partner brands (Hashima, Shima Seiki, JSK, H&H, Queen Light, Epson).

Product overview

Juki Singapore Pte Ltd is a wholly-owned subsidiary of JUKI Corporation, Japan, serving as the regional headquarters for South-East Asia, Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Oceania. The company manufactures and distributes industrial sewing machines and related products. Their portfolio consists of apparel sewing machines (including DDL-9000C, DDL-9000B, DDL-900B lockstitch machines, overlock machines, buttonholing machines like AC-172N-1790, and automatic machines like MOL-254 and AMB-289), non-apparel heavy-duty machines (flat-bed, cylinder-bed, post-bed, long-arm sewing machines, and machines for extra heavy-weight materials), computer-controlled cycle machines (AMS-210EN, AMS-221EN, AMS-224EN series), shape-tacking machines (LK-1900BN, LK-1910/1920/1930 series), automatic machines (AB-1360 for shoelace loops), and motors/control systems (SC-920/M51N Series). Additionally, they distribute non-sewing products including Hashima sublimation transfer systems, Shima Seiki P-CAM cutting machines, JSK sewfree bonding series, H&H hot air sealing machines, and Queen Light welding machines. The company also offers JIN-branded products including the F1F/F1C sewfree series, L1/L1D servomotor systems, M1 series with 7,000sti/min speed, and NA-series post-bed lockstitch machines (NA-10UT, NA11UT, NA-35DUT, NA-35UT) designed for shoe manufacturing. Programming software PM-1 enables input and editing of sewing data for computer-controlled machines. Products are distributed through an extensive network of regional offices covering Cambodia, Ethiopia, UAE, Myanmar, Pakistan, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Jordan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, India, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• JIN Products: JIN Products includes F1F, F1C Series (Sewfree Casual Wear Bonding Series), L1 (Energy-saving servomotor), L1D (Digital feed control motor), M1 Series, NA-10UT, NA11UT, NA-35DUT Series, and NA-35UT Series product lines.

Products and services

• DDL-9000C Direct-Drive High-Speed Lockstitch Sewing System Direct-drive, high-speed lockstitch sewing system with automatic thread trimmer featuring digitalized vertically- and horizontally-driven feed mechanism allowing adjustment of feed locus via operation panel. Optimum adjustment values stored in memory and reproduced with ease. Designed for apparel manufacturing.
• DDL-9000B Direct-Drive High-Speed 1-Needle Lockstitch Machine Direct-drive, high-speed 1-needle lockstitch machine designed for optimal seam quality, optimal productivity, and minimum energy consumption in apparel manufacturing.
• DDL-900B Direct-Drive High-Speed 1-Needle Lockstitch Machine with Dry Oil Pan Direct-drive, high-speed 1-needle lockstitch machine with dry oil pan system that prevents oil stains on sewing products, used in apparel production.
• LU-2828V-7 Semi-Dry Direct-Drive Unison-Feed Lockstitch Sewing System Semi-dry Direct-drive, Unison-feed Lockstitch Sewing System with automatic thread trimmer that digitalizes adjustment values and transfers them to the sewing machine via ICT. Flagship model for heavy-weight materials like car seats and sofas.
• DDL-8700L 1-Needle Lockstitch Machine for Heavy Materials 1-needle lockstitch machine with ability to sew at a pitch up to 7mm, suited for sewing leather or heavy materials such as bags, pouches and purses.
• DDL-5600N-7 / DDL-5600N 1-Needle Lockstitch Machine with Double-Capacity Hook 1-needle lockstitch machine with double-capacity hook capable of making well-tensed, beautifully finished seams on heavy materials.
• DU-1281-7 1-Needle Top and Bottom-Feed Lockstitch Machine with Thread Trimmer 1-needle top and bottom-feed lockstitch machine with thread trimmer achieving consistent trimming from thin to thick thread. Suited for sewing heavy-weight materials such as car seats, sofas, bags, stroller and tents.
• DU-1181N-7 / DU-1181N 1-Needle Top and Bottom-Feed Lockstitch Machine with Double-Capacity Hook 1-needle top and bottom-feed lockstitch machine with double-capacity hook featuring strong feed mechanism for smooth feeding of hard-to-feed materials.
• DU-141H-7 / DU-140U 1-Needle Top and Bottom-Feed Lockstitch Machine 1-needle top and bottom-feed lockstitch machine for heavy-weight materials with consistent seam quality and outstanding operability.
• AMS-210EN / AMS-221EN Series Computer-Controlled Cycle Machines Computer-controlled cycle machines achieving the highest sewing speed of 2,800sti/min in the industrial sewing machine industry with encoder control system for improved feed accuracy and reduced power consumption.
• AMS-224EN Series Computer-Controlled Cycle Machine Computer-controlled cycle machine achieving highest sewing speed of 2,500sti/min among machines with similar sewing area. Used for attaching handles to bags, attaching belts, and sewing air bags.
• AB-1360 / CR-10A Automatic 1-Needle Shoelace Loop Attaching Machine Automatic 1-needle shoelace loop attaching machine with preset loader that automatically feeds shoelace loops and shoe tongues to correct position. Used by footwear manufacturers.
• SC-920/M51N Series Control Box and Servomotor System Control box and servomotor system with energy-saving mode, resistant to voltage fluctuations, noise and vibration. Features high-torque AC servomotor with 750W output. First control box for sewing machines with energy-saving mode. Volume and weight reduced by 30% or more.
• PM-1 Programming Software for Computer-Controlled Sewing Machines Programming software for computer-controlled sewing machines to input and edit sewing data with versatile input functions for easy, accurate, and quick data entry.
• MO-6900G Series Overlock/Safety Stitch Machine Overlock/safety stitch machine for extra heavy-weight materials with extra high-lift type upper looper, tractor foot and coarse type feed dog.
• LBH-1790AN Series Computer-Controlled High-Speed Lockstitch Buttonholing System Computer-controlled high-speed lockstitch buttonholing sewing system with digital presser foot pressure control for knit materials and car seats.
• LK-1900BN Series Computer-Controlled High-Speed Bartacking System Computer-controlled high-speed bartacking sewing system achieving maximum sewing speed of 3,200sti/min with contactless data transfer capability to Android tablets.
• LK-1910 / LK-1920 / LK-1930 Computer-Controlled High-Speed Shape-Tacking Machines Computer-controlled high-speed shape-tacking machines with higher presser foot lift, double-capacity shuttle hook, and direct-control machine head for quick response.
• TNU-243U / TU-273U Semi-Long Flat-Bed 1-Needle Lockstitch Machines for Extra Heavy-Weight Materials Semi-long flat-bed 1-needle lockstitch machines with large shuttle-hook for extra heavy-weight materials like tents, seat belts, and bag handles.
• TSH-411U / TSN-421U / TSC-441U / TSU-471U Semi-Long Cylinder-Bed 1-Needle Lockstitch Machines Semi-long cylinder-bed 1-needle lockstitch machines with large shuttle-hook for extra heavy-weight materials, featuring 20mm presser foot lift.
• LU-2216N-7 / LU-2266N-7 Long-Arm Unison-Feed Lockstitch Machines Long-arm unison-feed lockstitch machines with vertical-axis large hook and 650mm distance from machine arm to needle for reinforcement stitching and topstitching.
• LG-158-1U / LG-158U Long-Arm Unison-Feed Lockstitch Machines Long-arm unison-feed lockstitch machines with 750mm free space under the arm and powerful unison-feed for productivity when sewing heavy materials like tents and sheets.
• PLC-2710-7 / PLC-2710 Post-Bed 1-Needle Unison-Feed Lockstitch Machine Post-bed 1-needle unison-feed lockstitch machine best-suited for sewing heavy weight materials like car-seats, sofas and sports goods.
• DSU-145-7 / DSU-145U Cylinder-Bed 1-Needle Top and Bottom-Feed Lockstitch Machine Cylinder-bed 1-needle top and bottom-feed lockstitch machine for smoothly sewing tubular materials such as bags and shoes.
• DSC-244U / DSC-245U / DSC-246U Cylinder-Bed 1-Needle Unison-Feed Lockstitch Machines Cylinder-bed 1-needle unison-feed lockstitch machines with small-diameter cylinder (46mm-50mm) helpful for handling bags, shoes, and small articles.
• Hashima Sublimation Transfer System Sublimation transfer system using heat press at 200°C to transfer prints from transfer paper to fabrics, known as digital dyeing or waterless dyeing on polyester materials.
• Shima Seiki P-CAM Series Multi-Ply Computerized Cutting Machines Multi-ply computerized cutting machines with cutting thickness options of 1 inch (33mm), 2 inches (55mm) or 3 inches (75mm) for flexible high-volume production in apparel, workwear, automotive, and industrial materials.
• JSK Sewfree Casual Wear Bonding Series Sewfree casual wear bonding series for fabric film adhesive and trimming with ultrasonic trimming function, suitable for hemming underwear, ski jackets, waterproof wear and sports clothes.
• H&H Hot Air Sealing Machine 3D electronic nozzle positioning system with differential speed top/bottom roller for seam sealing with digital tensioning device and multi-language support.
• Queen Light Welding Machine Special welding machine for overlap bonding enabling whole garment bonding without manual ironing preparation work.
• MOL-254 Automatic 2-Needle Belt-Loop Attaching Machine Automatic 2-needle belt-loop attaching machine with cycle time of 1.2 seconds per belt-loop using computer-controlled X-Y feed mechanism for apparel production.
• AMB-289 Computer-Controlled High-Speed Single-Thread Chainstitch Button-Neck-Wrapping Machine Computer-controlled high-speed single-thread chainstitch button-neck-wrapping machine demonstrating highest productivity for button-neck-wrapping on men's and ladies' outer wear.
• AC-172N-1790 High-Speed Computer-Controlled Buttonholing Indexer High-speed computer-controlled buttonholing indexer combining LBH-1790 lockstitch buttonholing machine with high-performance indexer for accurate buttonholing on vertical stripe patterns.
• AMS-210EN-1306/7450 Computer-Controlled Cycle Sewing Machine for Name Embroidery Computer-controlled cycle sewing machine for name embroidery achieving industry's highest sewing speed of 2,000sti/min for alphabetic, Japanese, and Chinese characters.
• F1F / F1C Series Sewfree Bonding System (JIN Products) Sewfree bonding series with maximum sewing speed of 5,000sti/min and direct-drive motor system with integrated control box and operation panel.
• L1 Energy-Saving Servomotor (JIN Products) Energy-saving servomotor installed in direct-drive style with integrated operation panel and control box for swift startup and improved responsiveness.
• L1D Digital Feed Control Motor (JIN Products) Digital feed control motor with direct-drive servomotor, integrated operation panel and control box, USB port for charging, and voice guidance for operators.
• M1 Series Direct-Drive High-Speed Sewing System (JIN Products) Maximum sewing speed of 7,000sti/min with direct drive system and integrated control box and operation panel. Features 3-point sensor auto thread trimmer (M1-SF) or 2-point sensor (M1-AE).
• NA-10UT Direct-Drive 1-Needle Bottom-Feed Lockstitch Machine (JIN Products) Direct-drive 1-needle bottom-feed lockstitch machine with double-capacity hook and automatic thread trimmer for heavy-weight materials like bags, denim, and leather garments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Maximum sewing speed of 5,000sti/min on DDL-9000B/9000C models
• +3 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• JUKI Corporation (Japan)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJUKI Singapore is a wholly-owned subsidiary of JUKI Corporation, Japan. Parent company founded in 1938, manufactures industrial sewing machines since 1953, and is listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange. Parent company provides technology, products, and strategic direction for regional operations.
• JSKminorOthersJSK manufactures Sewfree Casual Wear Bonding Series equipment for fabric film adhesive and trimming with ultrasonic trimming function. Distributed through JUKI Singapore's non-sewing product line.
• HashimaminorOthersHashima provides sublimation transfer systems and heat transfer press machines for digital dyeing on polyester materials. Distributed through JUKI Singapore's non-sewing product line.
• Queen LightminorOthersQueen Light provides Whole Bonding Garment special welding machines for overlap bonding, eliminating manual ironing preparation work. Distributed through JUKI Singapore's non-sewing product line.
• H&HminorOthersH&H manufactures Hot Air Sealing Machines with 3D Electronic Nozzle Positioning System, differential speed rollers, digital tensioning, and multi-language support. Distributed through JUKI Singapore's non-sewing product line.
• EpsonminorOthersEpson products distributed through JUKI Singapore's non-sewing product category.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• JUKI Corporation: Parent company and original manufacturer of JUKI industrial sewing machines, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange since 1964. Operates the same product lines from the headquarters perspective; Juki Singapore functions as its regional distribution arm but the parent's broader portfolio (household sewing, SMT, electronics) makes it a wider incumbent than the Singapore subsidiary.

Direct peers

• Brother Industries: Major Japanese competitor in industrial sewing machines with a broad portfolio including lockstitch, overlock, and embroidery machines. Competes head-to-head with Juki in Asian markets through its own regional distribution network, targeting the same apparel and heavy-materials customers with comparable premium positioning.
• Kansai Special: Japanese industrial sewing machine manufacturer specializing in chainstitch and coverstitch machines for apparel. Competes directly with Juki in Asian garment manufacturing customers with a similarly premium product positioning and Japanese heritage.
• Pegasus Sewing Machine Mfg. Co., Ltd. Japanese industrial sewing machine specialist, particularly strong in overlock and safety-stitch machines for apparel. Directly competes with Juki in Asian garment factories with comparable technology positioning and a similar distribution approach via regional agents.
• Jack Sewing Machine Co., Ltd. Major Chinese industrial sewing machine manufacturer with broad product line and aggressive pricing strategy. Represents one of the most significant low-cost competitors to Juki in emerging Asian apparel manufacturing markets, particularly in Bangladesh and Vietnam.
• Dürkopp Adler: German industrial sewing machine manufacturer with strong heritage in automotive upholstery and technical textiles. Competes directly with Juki in heavy-materials segments (car seats, leather goods, furniture) and is now part of the Shangdao Group, giving it Chinese manufacturing scale.
• Typical (China) Industrial Sewing Machine Co., Ltd. Major Chinese industrial sewing machine manufacturer offering lockstitch, overlock, and specialty machines at lower price points. Competes aggressively with Juki in Bangladesh, Vietnam, and India garment factories on cost while closing the gap on quality and digital features.
• Consew (Consolidated Sewing Machine Corp.): US-headquartered industrial sewing machine manufacturer with broad product line serving apparel, leather, and upholstery manufacturers. Competes with Juki in heavy-materials and apparel segments, particularly through distributors in South and Southeast Asia.

Emerging players

• Tajima Industries Ltd. Japanese manufacturer specializing in industrial embroidery machines and multi-head embroidery systems. Competes with Juki's AMS cycle machine line in name embroidery and decorative stitching applications for apparel and accessories.
• Shima Seiki Mfg., Ltd. Japanese manufacturer of computer-controlled WHOLEGARMENT seamless knitting machines and P-CAM cutting machines. Already a Juki Singapore distribution partner for cutting machines, but represents a potential disruptive technology (3D knitting) that could reduce demand for traditional sewing machines over time.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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