Industryweek 3150 Ikfactory Promo

IK Multimedia Opens High-Tech Factory in Modena, Italy

Nov. 7, 2012
With the addition of the new factory, the company expects that by the end of 2012, over 50% of the one-million-plus units of hardware it produces annually will be 'Made in Italy.'


IK Multimedia, a provider of mobile music-creation apps and accessories for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, announced last week that it has opened a new manufacturing facility in Modena, Italy. 

The new facility will produce the company’s range of mobile accessories on highly automated lines. Assembly, inspection and quality testing functions will also be automated.  

With the addition of the new factory, the company expects that by the end of 2012, over 50% of the one-million-plus units of hardware it produces annually will be “Made in Italy.”

“In today’s global economy, it’s rare to hear of jobs being brought back to a manufacturer’s country of origin, but IK was able to do so by leveraging the skills and traditions of its native territory,’ the company said in a statement.

IK Multimedia has its headquarters in Modena. The city, located in Northern Italy, is known for its manufacturing capabilities, especially in the auto section. It is home to manufacturing operations for Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini and Ducati. The region also specializes in advanced electronics, precision mechanics and plastic molding. 

Popular Sponsored Recommendations

What Does Agility Look Like for Today's Auto Industry?

Dec. 4, 2023
Without modern technologies, enterprises aren't able to fully analyze the risks and respond to ongoing supply chain issues and semiconductor shortages.

Five Ways Aerospace and Defense MRO Can Prepare for the New Normal!

Dec. 6, 2023
The right tools can help A&D suppliers track the essentials & ultimately, boost their margins. Advanced analytics can also help determine the profitability of contracts, drive...

Goodridge Boosts Productivity & Saves Costs by Moving to the Cloud!

Dec. 4, 2023
With Infor's cloud solutions, Goodridge has been able to greatly increase overall productivity, cost savings, data visibility, and automation. This case study discusses the many...

Your Industry 4.0 Journey

Sept. 24, 2023
When It Comes to Industry 4.0, the Journey is the Destination. Industry 4.0 must be embraced as a long-term, strategic mindset of digital transformation that dynamically alters...

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of IndustryWeek, create an account today!