1916 - 2026

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Our Story

Celebrating 110 Years

Our story began in 1916 with one person's passion

Over the past 110 years, times have changed dramatically. However, some things remain constant.
Our integrity towards customers and our uncompromising pursuit of quality.

We are taking a new step towards the next 110 years.

The "Micron Mill" fine grinding machine developed by founder Eiichi Hosokawa
By the Numbers

Our Journey in Numbers

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*As of September 2025

History

Our 110-Year Journey

1916

Foundation

Eiichi Hosokawa founded Osaka Turbine Water Wheel Manufacturing Works (Osaka City)

Foundation in 1916
1930

"Hosokawa" of Pulverizers

Invented the "Micron Mill" fine grinding machine

Micron Mill
1960

European Expansion

Established Hosokawa Micron International Ltd. (UK)

European Expansion
1982

First M&A

Acquired Nauta Mixer (Netherlands / Mixer Specialist)

Nauta Mixer Acquisition
1987

Largest M&A

Acquired Alpine AG (Germany / Europe's largest comprehensive powder equipment manufacturer)

Alpine Acquisition
2004

Material Business Launch in Japan

Started material business using PLGA nanoparticles

Material Business
2026

110th Anniversary

Towards the Next Era

110th Anniversary
Future

Towards the Next Era
〜 Unique & Dominant 〜

We never stop moving forward.
With 110 years of tradition, we continue to take on new challenges.