Rashi Peripherals forms JV with Japan's Restar Corp to boost semiconductor biz
Rashi Peripherals Limited (RP tech) is forming a joint venture with Japan's Restar Corporation. Restar will acquire a 26% stake in RP tech's semiconductor subsidiary, which will be headquartered in Bengaluru. The JV, commencing operations in October 2026, will focus on Image Sensing Solutions for industrial and automotive applications.
The joint venture is a significant strategic move that will enhance the company's capabilities and market reach in a growing sector, but its full impact will be realized over time.
The announcement details a strategic joint venture with a reputable Japanese company to expand the semiconductor business, indicating growth and technological advancement.
Rashi Peripherals Limited (RP tech) has entered into a joint venture (JV) with Restar Corporation, a leading Japanese electronics and technology company. This strategic move aims to strengthen RP tech's semiconductor and embedded solutions business.
As part of the transaction, Rashi Peripherals will transfer its semiconductor business division into a wholly owned subsidiary headquartered in Bengaluru, with a step-down subsidiary in Singapore. Restar Corporation, a conglomerate with approximately US$4 billion in revenue, will acquire a 26% equity stake in this subsidiary. The JV is scheduled to officially commence operations in October 2026.
The partnership will focus on delivering advanced Image Sensing Solutions for Industrial and Automotive applications. It will be supported by localized engineering, design, and technical services tailored for the Indian market. The governance structure will comprise a 4-member Board, with RP tech holding 74% shareholding and Restar Corporation holding 26%. The JV will be headquartered in Bengaluru and leverage a network across 5 major cities.
Key aspects include high-tech skill transfer and Field Application Engineering (FAE) support, with direct training of Indian engineers by Japanese design experts and the hiring of over 50 local engineers over two years. The target segments include Automotive Tier-1s, Industrial Robotics, Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)/Electronics Component Manufacturing Services (ECMS), Enterprise Surveillance, Machine Vision Cameras, Audio Visual (AV), and Home Appliances.
Rajesh Goenka, Director & CEO of Rashi Peripherals Limited, stated that the partnership marks a significant milestone, combining Restar Corporation's expertise with RP tech's distribution network to foster long-term growth and deliver localized semiconductor solutions. Kapal Pansari, Managing Director, highlighted the JV's role in accelerating 'Make-in-India' initiatives and creating value for stakeholders. Masahiro Shibata, General Manager of Device Business Unit and Vice President, Executive Officer at Restar Corporation, expressed confidence in the JV becoming a significant player in India's semiconductor distribution landscape.
This JV aligns with India's goal to create a $150 billion semiconductor ecosystem by 2030. RP tech, a pioneer in the segment since 2021, aims to further strengthen its capabilities in semiconductor and enterprise technology businesses.
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