Tag Archives: Automotive Sector

BASF and Mercedes-Benz Win Innovation Award for Advanced Automotive Foam Technology

(IN BRIEF) BASF and Mercedes-Benz have been awarded second place in the “Enabler Technology” category at the 2024 SPE Automotive Awards for their joint development of Ultramid® Expand polyamide particle foam. This innovative foam, part of the Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX … Read the full press release

Mutares Expands SFC Group with CIKAUTXO China Acquisition, Boosting Automotive Sector Presence

(IN BRIEF) Mutares SE & Co. KGaA has completed the acquisition of CIKAUTXO Rubber & Plastic Components (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. (“Cikautxo China”) from CIKAUTXO S.COOP. This acquisition strengthens Mutares’ SFC Group under Amaneos, enhancing its global presence in plastic-based systems … Read the full press release

Stellantis Pours €5.6 Billion into South America: A Game-Changer for the Region’s Automotive Sector

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis has unveiled an ambitious investment plan of €5.6 billion in South America, marking the largest ever investment in the region’s automotive industry. This substantial funding will span from 2025 to 2030 and will facilitate the introduction of … Read the full press release

Continental Announces Streamlining Measures to Enhance Competitiveness in Automotive Sector

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a leading automotive technology company, has unveiled a series of measures aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of its Automotive sector. The company plans to simplify and streamline its business and administrative structures, targeting an annual cost reduction … Read the full press release