Renowned for its specialization in the development and manufacturing of car interior trim parts , Kasai UK Ltd ( Kasai ) has emerged as a prominent player within the UK automotive industry . With a portfolio that includes supplying door trim , body sides , and pillar trim to esteemed clients like Nissan and other manufacturers , Kasai has solidified its position in the market . The company ’ s German plant further strengthens its reach as a supplier for Volkswagen . Placing a strong emphasis on sustainability , Kasai actively collaborates with university students to explore innovative techniques for processing scrap materials . The company is committed to plastic recycling efforts and has engaged an MBA student to identify additional opportunities for enhancing sustainability throughout its operations . Kasai ’ s unwavering dedication to both profitability and environmental stewardship continues to drive its success in the dynamic automotive sector . Jill Usher and Kevin Wilson , Deputy Managing Directors , provide a brief overview of Kasai ’ s journey . “ Kasai is a global Tier 1 automotive interior and exterior trim manufacturer , offering comprehensive services across the industry . Originally founded in 1991 as a joint venture between Kasai and Reydel Ltd , our operations commenced under the trading name R-TEK in the UK . Our initial focus was on supplying esteemed clients such as Honda and Nissan , and we later expanded to serve Jaguar Land Rover ( JLR ). In 2012 , we underwent a significant transition , becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of Kasai Kogyo Co . Ltd ., headquartered in Japan . To align with our group ’ s corporate identity , in 2016 , we embraced a name change , rebranding ourselves as