Daikin – supply chain
Market Position and Market Share Daikin Industries, Ltd. is the world’s largest manufacturer of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning(HVAC)equipment by revenue. In the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025(FY2024), Daikin generated consolidated net sales of ¥4,752.3 billion(approximately $31-33 billion depending on currency conversion), with over 84% of revenue derived outside Japan. Upstream and Downstream Supply […]
Daikin – business model
Corporate History Founding and Domestic Foundation(1924–1960s) Founded in Osaka in 1924 by Akira Yamada as Osaka Kinzoku Kogyosho LP, the enterprise initially focused on specialized radiator tubes for aircraft. In the 1930s, the company diversified into fluorocarbon refrigerants, establishing a foundation as both a mechanical engineering and chemical manufacturer. In 1951, Daikin launched Japan’s first […]