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Brother printer and business solutions

ownerBrother Industries, Ltd. (Japan)
originJapan
manufacturedVietnam

Brother is a globally recognized Japanese brand that began its journey in 1908 as a sewing machine repair business. Over the decades, it transformed into a powerhouse for office electronics and industrial machinery. The brand is celebrated for its reliable laser and inkjet printers, as well as its historical roots in mechanical and electronic sewing machines.

Today, Brother Industries oversees a massive global supply chain. While the company's research, development, and high-end engineering remain centered in Japan, the bulk of its consumer manufacturing takes place in Southeast Asia, particularly at major facilities in Vietnam and China. This strategic distribution of manufacturing allows the brand to maintain high quality while meeting global demand.

Ownership of the brand remains firmly in the hands of its original parent entity, Brother Industries, Ltd., which is publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The company continues to operate independently as a Japanese multinational, focusing on innovative printing technologies, textile machinery, and machine tools for the modern enterprise and hobbyist alike.

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