Two Nidec businesses have taken home top honours at the 2026 Ellies Awards. Nidec Drives was named Best Supplier of Drives and Canton Elevator was named Best Supplier of Hydraulic Systems.

Nidec Drives has expanded its Commander S AC drive range with a new frame size up to 11 kW (15 hp), offering compact design, easy commissioning, reliable performance and lower total cost of ownership.

Boost your machine design with compact EnDat 3 servo solutions featuring single‑cable technology, smart diagnostics, and fast plug‑and‑play commissioning.

Nidec, a global leader in electric motors, drives, and controls powering critical industries worldwide, today announced the appointment of Michael Briggs as Chairman of the Motion & Energy Business Unit and Chief Executive Officer of the Appliance & Automotive Division, effective April 1, 2026.

As environmental regulations tighten and energy costs remain volatile, OEMs are under increasing pressure to deliver recycling systems that are not only reliable, but measurably more efficient.

Rebecca Evans highlighted the crucial role of Nidec Drives in the Mid Wales economy during her visit, reaffirming the Welsh Government’s commitment to supporting high-quality manufacturing, skilled jobs, and long-term regional investment.

This festive season, Nidec Drives UK put a creative twist on the classic “12 Days of Christmas” with our very own “12 Days of Charity” campaign, a series of activities designed to spread joy and make a real difference in our community.

Nidec Netherlands is revolutionizing Benelux industries with its compact, plug-and-play DFS frequency converter, delivering reliable, efficient, and sustainable high-power solutions for sectors like refrigeration, maritime, and manufacturing.

Nidec Drives’ Nika Piekut joins IEC Young Professionals Programme, shaping global electrotechnical standards and driving sustainable innovation.

Discover how Nidec Drives Africa modernized a 4 km offshore ship loader at Dalrymple Bay, delivering safety, energy efficiency, and scalable automation.