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Yamaha Relocates U.S. HQ to Georgia by 2028

3/12/2026

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  • Yamaha Motor Corp will relocate its U.S. headquarters from California to Kennesaw, Georgia, starting in late 2026 and concluding in late 2028 to improve profitability amid rising tariffs.
  • Yamaha will sell its California site as part of the transition.
  • Georgia Governor Brian Kemp welcomed the announcement and highlighted the state's appeal to businesses.
  • Yamaha employs over 2,300 workers in Georgia.