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Swimming with the Fast Fish: Can European Suppliers Ride the Wave of Chinese Automotive Expansion? 🐠🚗 According to Bosch CEO Stefan Hartung, Chinese automotive giants are gearing up to establish more production sites in Europe in the coming years. This move signifies a significant shift in strategy, as OEMs from China recognize the need to have local manufacturing capabilities to thrive in new markets. As Hartung said to Handelsbaltt today, Bosch will accompany this as an automotive supplier and industrial plant manufacturer. Already, we've seen BYD planning to set up production in Hungary, Leapmotor partnering with Stellantis to utilize a facility in Poland, and Chery entering a joint venture with EV Motors in Barcelona. These developments not only showcase the growing presence of Chinese automakers in Europe but also highlight the potential partnerships awaiting European suppliers. However, it's essential to acknowledge that this shift brings about a new pace of operation. As Volkswagen's Brandtstätter experiences firsthand, the traditional timelines for product development and innovation are undergoing a radical transformation. In this fast-paced Chinese environment, the mantra is clear: "Fast fish eats slow fish." No longer „Big fish eats small fish“. European suppliers must adapt to this new rhythm to remain competitive and seize the opportunities presented by these collaborations. Agile methodologies can help here as we at thyssenkrupp materials services experienced first hand. Let's embrace this paradigm shift and work hand in hand to shape the future of the automotive industry in Europe. Together, we can drive innovation, efficiency, and success on a global scale. At #thyssenkrupp we are a partner along the whole value chain of automotive manufacturing. #AutomotiveIndustry #Collaboration #Innovation #automotive

Bosch UK & Ireland concluded the 2023 fiscal year with almost £3.5 billion (3.99 billion euros) in consolidated sales, making the region Bosch's fourth largest market overall. This represents growth of nearly 10% over the previous year, and around 7% above pre-pandemic level. Looking ahead, Vonjy Rajakoba highlights, "The economy is showing slow growth, and forecasts are cautious on automotive production and only a weak rebound is expected in consumer spending. In spite of this, we are confident that we will continue our profitable growth trajectory.” Here’s a round up of our 2023 business performance, and the factors that contributed to the success. Read here 👇 https://bit.ly/3WayGmq #BoschUK #BoschAPC #technology #innovation #financialfigures

🌟 Celebrating Success with Schaeffler! 🌟 What a fantastic journey it has been so far! At the heart of innovation - our A.P. Moller - Maersk Copenhagen headquarters! Energy, passion, and dedication filled the room as we delved into an exciting new project PRISM, where together, we have explored innovative integrated transport solutions with a focus on reliability and flexibility💡. And today, I'm thrilled to share that our collaboration has borne fruit beyond measure! 🎉PRISM is more than just a project; it was a testament to the power of teamwork, creativity, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Together with the incredible team at Schaeffler, we embarked on a journey with a shared vision for success. 💪 Today, as we reflect on the successful execution of PRISM, I am filled with gratitude for every individual who played a part in making it a reality. From our dedicated team members to our visionary partners at Schaeffler, each one of you has contributed to this remarkable achievement. 🙌 But our journey doesn't end here - it's only the beginning!  With PRISM paving the way for new opportunities and horizons, I'm excited to continue our partnership, pushing boundaries, and redefining excellence in the automotive industry. Together, there's no limit to what we can achieve! 💫 Here's to celebrating success, embracing challenges, and building a future filled with endless possibilities. Onward and upward, Team Schaeffler Automotive! 🚗💨 #PRISM #Innovation #Teamwork #SuccessStory #AutomotiveIndustry #PartnershipGoals #Maersk #supplychainresilience #logistics #oceantransport #ocean #integrator #integratedsolutions

At Antolin, we moved forward with renewed Vision and Values, reflecting our ongoing commitment with the mobility transformation from the interior. The evolution of our Vision and Values belongs to our brand’s renewal process, which intends to transmit the new Antolin’s essence: what it is today and where it will get positioned. Such evolution goes together with Antolin’s business transformation, based on technological innovation, sustainability and talent as differential elements. ➡️ Our Family Spirit allows us to flexibly and reliably act by making positive-impact decisions. ➡️ Responsibility & Sustainability, to make our world a better place with our daily work. ➡️ Evolution & Innovation as key elements of success in the research of new challenges, improvements and solutions which contribute to the mobility transformation. ➡️ Talent & Commitment. We are committed to our Antolin’s people and stakeholders with a constant effort to meet their needs. More info: https://bit.ly/3P6cS7l #BuildingTheFuture #vision #values

Great news - our German Automotive team has secured the top spot in the prestigious Automobilwoche IT service provider ranking for the third year in a row!    Congratulations to Philipp Kupferschmidt Kupferschmidt and our Automotive team in the DACH region like Sebastian Angerer, Christian Barth, Kevin Eversmann, Diana Herrmann, Christof Horn, Alexander A. Huber, Oliver Kiene, Christian Kleikamp, Christian Levels, Sascha Marquardt, Roland Mayr, Dennis Rothhaas, Markus Schunk as well as our global team on this achievement.  , The automotive industry is transforming faster than ever before in the last 100 years of its existence. In these times of great change, our clients need a partner that helps them reimagine their future and shape the mobility of tomorrow together.   Digital, sustainable, autonomous - they all require a deep and hands-on understanding of technology and data. And that’s where we create value because we do not only define the strategy, but also implement, scale and operate a solution. We’re so much more than a service provider – we’re an innovation partner.   For us, only the outcome counts, and we bring in whatever experts are needed to make it work - from software developers to engineers to consultants with deep industry and functional knowledge.   I am grateful that so many automotive and mobility clients choose Accenture for their transformation journey, and I am looking forward to many more exciting projects with them.   Let’s keep on shaping the future of mobility together!   #ranking #award #numberone

Magna International's Journey to Success in China 🚗🌍 From a humble Toronto garage to global prominence, Magna International's story is one of passion, innovation, and growth. Under the leadership of Todd Edward Fortner , VP Operations Exteriors Asia, Magna is expanding its impact in China through strategic local partnerships. “Our mission at Magna is to create a better world of mobility responsibly,” Fortner says. With 342 global operations and a focus on sustainability and efficiency, Magna is setting new standards in the automotive industry. In China, Magna's green energy initiatives and competitive pricing are tailored to the unique challenges of the region. "Having a local presence and strong partnerships is crucial," Fortner emphasizes. Magna's commitment to innovation and quality continues to drive its success, making it a key player in the future of mobility. Link to the article: https://lnkd.in/g7ezcQ_7 #MagnaInternational #AutomotiveIndustry #Innovation #Sustainability #GlobalExpansion #ChinaMarket #MobilitySolutions #TheCEOMagazine

Transformation is everywhere When I started in 2008 during the financial crisis at Bosch as a junior buyer, I was not at all aware of the path my professional life would take. I was the happiest guy on earth, being part of such a great team and in a great job. Already then, changing perspectives was key to understanding the needs of our business partners. From purchasing in different roles, I was drawn to the sales of our Electrification team – what an awesome, dynamic area to work in. Changing perspectives played an important role for me here as well, as I clearly understood the needs of our customers. After a short stint as project lead of a change management project, I was honored to join Powertrain Solutions, being responsible for the Office of the Executive (OFE) for the president, also commercially responsible for Powertrain Solutions. This dream role allowed me to be close to the board of management during a time of significant transformation for our company, enriching my working life and teaching me even more about changing perspectives in challenging times. In October 2022, I moved to the Bosch's headquarters in Gerlingen-Schillerhöhe, helping to prepare for our new setup at Bosch Mobility, which went live on July 1, 2024. I am very thankful for the 1.5 years being part of the OFE team for our sector board at Bosch Mobility, focusing on commercial and finance (even though I am not a controller at all 😊). Now, since July 1, 2024, a new chapter has begun for me. I have again chosen to change function, bringing experience from three different functions to the table. As we are in the midst of transformation, I am really happy to be part of the team making it happen. I would like to say THANK YOU to all my former and current leaders who supported me in trying new things and not just following classical career paths. P.S.: The picture shows our headquarters in the midst of transformation and at the fence, a great OFE team from the early beginnings of Bosch Mobility. #Transformation #NewBeginnings #CareerJourney #BoschMobility #Gratitude

Antolin participated in XI #EncuentroSernauto held by the Spanish Association of Automotive Suppliers SERNAUTO with the motto “Automotive Suppliers: sustainability with competitiveness”. Mario Sanchez, Antolin’s Director of Industrial Strategy and Transformation, went in deep about it in a roundtable about sustainability-based value creation in the business. He has revealed our latest advances in this matter besides his own experience in the company. “Integration to sustainability has not been different to any other matter we have considered strategic for the company. Sustainability helps competitiveness. It is a business-acquiring and training driver for the company”, Mario Sanchez stated. #BuildingTheFuture

Renault Group and Michelin have partnered with Ecole des Ponts ParisTech , school of science, engineering and technology, to renew the Supply Chain of the Future teaching and research chair at the French University. The chair will see the two groups, along with partners from other supply chain industries, share knowledge on sustainable transformation and resilience. Renault Group chief supply chain officer Denis Le Vot is among the key leaders #researchanddevelopment #supplychainmanagement #oems #tiersuppliers #sustainability #automotive #industrialengineering #computerengineering #transportengineering Philippe LEJEUNE Megan Kelly ilkhan Ozsevim Christopher Ludwig Richard Logan Riad Mannan

I’m really excited to be in Germany 🇩🇪 this morning, and one of the major highlights will be spending time with Bosch again. Bosch employs more than 6000 associates across 36 sites in the UK 🇬🇧 and they continue to invest after 125 years... Leading figures from Bosch explain why below 👇 https://lnkd.in/eqFG5FuN #fdi #investingreat #ukeconomy