Michigan City, IN (October 5, 2026) – Hitachi Global Air Power US, LLC, an industry leader in innovative compressed air solutions, has been awarded the Community Impact Award from the Indiana Manufacturers Association (IMA). This award was presented at IMA’s 2026 Manufacturing Day Celebration as part of its Indiana Manufacturing Excellence Awards, recognizing the company’s commitment to environmental stewardship and community investment.
The Community Impact Award honors manufacturers whose leadership and dedication create meaningful change in their local communities and states. It acknowledges organizations that exemplify the spirit of service, generosity, and civic engagement, making a lasting difference where they live and work.
“It’s truly an honor to be recognized for our efforts that support local beautification, sustainability, and the communities of Michigan City and the surrounding region,” said Hideki Fujimoto, President and CEO of Hitachi Global Air Power. “Strong communities are built through partnership and service, and we believe businesses have an important role to play. We’re proud to call Michigan City home for more than six decades and grateful to be part of its story - and its future.”
The award highlights several community-focused initiatives led by Hitachi Global Air Power, including a native plant restoration project at its headquarters, woodland restoration efforts at Friendship Botanic Gardens, and the donation of a large-scale public mural celebrating Michigan City’s heritage and community spirit.
Native Plant Restoration
At its Michigan City headquarters, Hitachi Global Air Power is converting nearly seven acres of traditional turf grass into a native prairie ecosystem as part of a five-year restoration effort. The project reduces emissions and water usage by eliminating routine mowing and irrigation, while creating habitat for pollinators, supporting wildlife, and improving soil health. This effort is supported by the LaPorte County Soil and Water Conservation District through a Clean Water Indiana grant.
Woodland Restoration at Friendship Botanic Gardens
Hitachi Global Air Power also launched a five-year effort to restore a critical woodland ecosystem at Friendship Botanic Gardens in Pottawattamie Park, Indiana. Supported in part by the LaPorte County Soil and Water Conservation District through a Clean Water Indiana grant, the project enhances biodiversity, improves ecological health, and creates a new public experience.
Mural Donation to Michigan City
To commemorate the company’s 60th anniversary in Michigan City, Hitachi Global Air Power donated a large-scale mural spanning eight retaining walls. The artwork celebrates the city’s rich industrial heritage, vibrant community spirit, and enduring partnership between the company and the community it has called home for more than 60 years.
About Hitachi Global Air Power US, LLC
We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer. Headquartered in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage, to pharmaceuticals and computer chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.
As part of Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd., Hitachi Global Air Power operates ISO 9001 certified factories in Michigan City, Indiana and Suzhou, China, and sales offices strategically located in Europe, Australia, Southeast Asia, and South and Latin America. Through brands Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), our machines have provided legendary reliability, durability, and performance for more than 60 years.
Our global network of engineering and quality experts are building next generation, highly efficient and environment-forward compressed air solutions in direct response to customer need. For more information on Hitachi Global Air Power, visit the company’s website at https://www.hitachiglobalairpower.com or Sullair brand website at https://www.sullair.com.
About Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd.
HIES delivers mission-critical products and solutions—including air compressors, transformers, drive systems, and coding and marking equipment—to support uninterrupted operations across industries such as data centers, food, and pharmaceuticals. Through comprehensive lifecycle support, from maintenance to recycling, along with advanced digital technologies, HIES strengthens customers' business foundations and contributes globally to value-creating transformations. For more information, please visit the HIES website at https://www.hitachi-ies.com/.
About Hitachi, Ltd.
Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi aims to be a global leader in continuously transforming social infrastructure through digital, contributing to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates worldwide across four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – as well as a Strategic SIB Business Unit focused on new growth areas. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi creates value by combining data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2025 (ended March 31, 2026) totaled 10,586.7 billion yen, with 606 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 290,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.
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