Messe Frankfurt Launches ‘Hypermotion’
With the new event in the “Mobility & Logistics” business unit, Messe Frankfurt aims to close a gap in the national and international trade-fair market and create the first independent platform with digital transformation in the mobility and transport sector as the primary theme.
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors And KOSTAL Cooperate On Innovative Smart Interior Surfaces
With the new strategic partnership, both companies are drawing on the market trend toward the integration of HMI operating controls into high-quality surfaces in vehicle interiors.
Axalta’s Sustainable Coating Systems Wins Top Recognition At SURCAR International Awards 2016
Axalta Coating Systems won two industry awards for its sustainable High Solids 3-Wet and Eco-Concept waterborne coating systems at the SURCAR International Awards 2016.
Magna Signs Agreement To Acquire Automotive Closure Systems Supplier
The company will acquire the BÖCO Group of Companies, an automotive supplier of latches, hinges and strikers, to help bolster its product portfolio and engineering capabilities in key regions.
Current Developments Of The China Sourcing Function
In this 8-minute audio interview, Xiaodong Han, president of Taichi and a supply chain expert, discusses the current state of automotive sourcing functions within China, and the shrinking of sourcing teams and reasons behind it. Han previously worked as chief representative in China for United Components Inc.
Inteva Products Celebrates New India Technical Center
A grand-opening celebration will take place in Bangalore, India, on Sept. 28. The state-of-the-art Center of Expertise expands Inteva’s technical capabilities and footprint in the region.
Renault-Nissan And Microsoft Partner To Deliver the Future Of Connected Driving
The two companies have signed a global, multiyear contract to work on next-generation connected car technologies and driving experiences.
Luis Ceneviz To Head Cooper Tire Europe Operations
In a related move, Jeff Schumaker will transition from leadership of Cooper’s Europe Operations to his new post as vice president — Global Manufacturing.
Sika Automotive Opens New Factory In Brazil
Sika Automotive says it is tapping into the future potential of the automotive sector in Latin America by opening a new factory for adhesives and acoustic products in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Renault Nissan Acquires French Software Development Company
The Renault-Nissan Alliance is acquiring the French software development company, Sylpheo, to accelerate the expansion of its connected vehicle and mobility services programs.
Maxam Tire Showcases Tire Lines At Mining Show EXPOMINA In Lima, Peru
With more than half a century of experience behind them, MAXAM says its tires have built up a reputation for quality, reliability and value, and they are used by some of the world’s largest mining operators.
120 US Organizations Sign Joint Letter To Commerce Department Urging Resolution Of Hanjin Shipping Crisis
On Aug. 31, South Korean container line Hanjin Shipping Co. filed for bankruptcy protection, leaving $14 billion in cargo stranded at sea and causing widespread disruptions in the global supply chain.
