About Star GB
Star Micronics GB Ltd is the wholly owned UK and Ireland subsidiary of Star Micronics Co Ltd, a Japanese multinational automatic lathe manufacturer headquartered in Shizuoka, Japan. As the exclusive distributor for Star sliding and fixed head lathes in the UK and Ireland, we are proud to uphold the high standards of quality and customer support on which Star Micronics has built its global reputation.
Headquartered in Derbyshire, Star GB has over 2,000 active machine installations throughout the UK and Ireland. We help customers maximise efficiency, enhance competitiveness and improve profitability through innovative manufacturing solutions. Our team of more than 20 technical engineers are specialists in Star machinery and are dedicated to helping customers get the very best from our technology. As a true single-source supplier, Star GB supports every aspect of your requirements, including machine sales, accessories, software, training, maintenance and ongoing support, providing complete peace of mind and expert assistance at every stage.
Star sliding head lathes are manufactured in state-of-the-art facilities across Japan, China and Thailand, ensuring exceptional quality and reliability across a wide range of applications. With decades of experience and a strong commitment to innovation, we deliver advanced machining solutions supported by expert technical service and training.
In addition to our core product range, we are proud to be the UK agent for FMB Machinery, renowned for its automatic bar feeding systems, and the UK supplier of JBS compensating guide bush systems from Germany. These partnerships enable us to provide complete machining solutions tailored to the evolving needs of our customers.
A Unique Facility Designed with the Customer in Mind
Completed in April 2026, Star GB's 24,050 sq ft Technology Centre in Derbyshire was meticulously designed with the customer in mind. Featuring a spacious showroom and demonstration area, pre-delivery inspection and turnkey departments, modern training facilities, a dedicated spare parts and consumables stockholding area, corporate hospitality facilities and office space, every element has been carefully considered to deliver an outstanding customer experience.
The building incorporates a range of environmental features, including an EPC A rating, photovoltaic solar panels, air source heat pumps and electric vehicle charging stations. These features reflect Star Micronics GB Ltd's commitment to renewable energy, more sustainable transport options and improved energy efficiency.
