Oxford Flow enters Japan market with Venn partnership

Flow control equipment specialist Oxford Flow has entered the Japanese market through a new distribution partnership with fluid control provider Venn.
In a statement, Oxford Flow said the moved validated its technologies in one of the world’s “most technically demanding, quality-driven industrial markets”, and signalled a basis for broader expansion across APAC.
Under the agreement, Venn will act as a distributor for Oxford Flow in Japan, offering its full product portfolio, providing operators and major EPCs with access to industry-leading valve technology and technical expertise.
Initial focus will be predominantly on pressure regulators for gas applications, and liquid regulators for water applications supporting major demand across both sectors.
It is the latest marker of Oxford Flow’s strategy to expand its global footprint through experienced local partners, providing customers in Japan with strong in-market support.
Japan’s ongoing investment in modernising ageing infrastructure, combined with increasing adoption of advanced control and automation technologies is driving demand for high-performance flow control solutions.
These priorities align closely with Oxford Flow’s offering, which supports decarbonisation, hydrogen readiness and resilient energy infrastructure, helping operators improve efficiency, reduce emissions and enhance operational reliability.
Neil Poxon, CEO, Oxford Flow, said Japan is an attractive market due to its large, highly technical industrial base and strong emphasis on safety, efficiency and engineering quality across gas and water infrastructure, and Venn brings significant experience across Japanese infrastructure and industrial sectors.
Kazumi Suzuki, CEO of Venn, said the tie up will provide more efficient and sustainable solutions to the Japanese market.
“We believe this partnership will be an important step in creating new value in Japan’s valve industry and helping our customers thrive across critical energy and infrastructure applications,” he said.
Last month Oxford Flow appointed Andrew Hodgson as Executive Chair of its Board.