Automotive Intelligence for Professionals: The Germany AutoBook includes company profiles of OEM car makers, multinational and local automotive parts suppliers as well as organizations, media and exhibitions. The EV-AV AutoBook helps you to find new customers in the Automotive industry in Germany.

1. Germany
AutoBook
2017Photo: Mercedes Benz
PREVIEW

2. ii
WELCOME!
Germany is recognized the world over for its
outstanding automotive industry and excellence
in engineering. Around the world, German cars
embody highly cherished values of innovation,
reliability, safety, and design.
Germany is by some distance Europe’s leading
production and sales market. The country’s
world-class R&D infrastructure, complete industry
value chain integration, and highly qualified
workforce create an internationally peerless automotive environment.
It enables companies to develop cutting-edge technologies, which
perfectly address tomorrow’s mobility needs. Take a look at this
impressive industry and find out how, more than 125 years after
inventing the automobile, Germany remains the world’s automotive
innovation hub.
How to use the Germany AutoBook
The information was compiled from personal research, the internet
and with support of friends at automotive companies, automotive
organizations, industrial estates and business associates and is
designed to support:
1) Business Development - managers who seek to identify
potential customers and sales opportunities in the German
automotive industry
2) Outsourcing – local and international commodity managers,
buyers who are looking to source Automotive components from
Germany
3) Localization – international managers desiring to expand their
market and set up a footprint in Germany – either for distribution
or local production.
Focus on contacts
The Indonesia AutoBook features quick links to access web sites,
Google Map locations and social media sites of the featured
companies and their representatives. Simply click on the icons to
connect:
I am sure this book will give you lots of information and inspire you to
do business in Germany.
Bangkok, July 2017
Ulrich Kaiser

4. Taiwan-made machine tools leap into
new-generation manufacturing
Vertically and horizontally integrated
Apart from supplying advanced machining equipment to the global
manufacturing market, Taiwan also provides integrated machine development
solutions. The nation operates one of the world’s most prolific industry clusters,
which gives its machinery makers an edge in providing complete supply chain
service and one-stop machining solutions to international manufacturers.
Industrial parks located across the island serve as bases of thousands of
machine tool makers, assemblers, and machine part suppliers who are globally
recognized for their skills and technological achievements. They support
each other through cooperation and collaboration, thus enabling them to be as
flexible and adaptable as possible. Upstream and downstream companies in the
machinery industry are integrated vertically. Furthermore, the Taiwan machine
tool sector is also aligning with other industries like information technology.
By integrating horizontally, Taiwan machine tool suppliers have tapped into the
strengths of other sectors to create more advanced machining applications.
The rise of multifunction machines, customized machining processes,
and smart automation solutions from Taiwan has greatly improve overall
manufacturing performance. This is also fueling a surge in demand for hybrid
machine tools. Manufacturers can easily find Taiwan-made machines that
blend additive manufacturing and multi-tasking functions. Hybrid machines
like these are especially well-suited for small lot production of difficult-to-cut
materials required in the aerospace, medical and energy industries. Taiwan’s
growing success in providing machining automation is also the result of
horizontal integration. For example, energy-efficient power products
from leading companies have helped makers increase the power
supply efficiency of their machines by up to 90 percent. Meanwhile,
automation solution providers in Taiwan have secured a number
of patents for measurement applications, which can substantially
improve capability to provide in-house automated handling and
manufacturing execution systems (MES). Such automation systems
will help realize fully automated cells in factories.
Taiwan machine tool makers have mustered enough support
from the nation’s technology sector, giving them the edge to
create machining solutions for maximum stability, efficiency,
and functionality. For manufacturers who are aiming to boost
productivity and quality, Taiwan provides the most comprehensive
solutions in machine tools used in different manufacturing sectors.
technique can achieve deeper and more precise holes with smaller diameters.
Both help enhance the range of applications of machine tools. With such high-
performance machines, good production practices can be upheld by every
manufacturer, whether it is located in an advanced nation or a developing
country. This also means future machines can level the playing field, which
will give underdeveloped economies the opportunity to develop their fledging
manufacturing sector with the help of advanced machine tools from Taiwan.
Taiwan of late has also made significant inroads in the development of large-
sized, multi-axis machines, thus giving a number of local machine tool builders
the leverage to compete on the global stage. Several Taiwanese companies
specialize in 5-axis, high-speed, double-column, and moving-column machining
centers that are extensively used in aviation manufacturing. And so international
manufacturers who are sourcing for machine tools that could meet their
production requirements do not have to look far as Taiwan offers all sorts of
industry-specific machines that can verily meet their expectations and budget.
www.twmt.tw
Local machinery manufacturers are pillars of Taiwan’s economy: they have
for many years maintained a distinct and irreplaceable role in the production
sector, especially in the development and supply of machine tools. Nearly every
producer who succeeded in the manufacturing market has them to thank for.
According to a WTO statistics report, Taiwan placed second among the world’s
top contributors to the global value chain in 2015, with nearly 70% of its
manufactured goods and services exported worldwide. This evidently shows
the extent of Taiwan’s involvement in global trade. On industrial machinery
development, Taiwan has managed to preserve a sterling reputation in the global
market. This Asian manufacturing powerhouse is ranked alongside the world’s
top five exporters and top seven producers of machine tools used in various
industries, including automotive, electronics, information and communication
technology, aerospace, and large-scale infrastructure.
From conventional machine tools to future production facilities
Taiwan-made machine tools offer better price-performance ratio than similar
ones made by other countries. Each is designed, built, and equipped entirely in-
house to ensure utmost quality and machining precision. Machine tools that are
exported by Taiwan can be broadly classified into two categories:
Conventional machine models with classic features
Sophisticated machining units (e.g., EDM, ultrasonic/laser machine tools,
electrochemical grinder, photochemical milling machine, and large-scale
multi-axis machine)
Taiwan’s sophisticated ability in building machine tools is a product of over
several decades of manufacturing experience. Locally made machining
equipment, such as vertical CNC, lathe, milling machine, drill press, and grinding
machine, bears the hallmark of manufacturing flexibility that only Taiwanese
builders can execute flawlessly. Providing a range of machining models that
meet the requirements of industrial end-users, these unsung heroes have helped
put Taiwan on the global machinery map. The nation supplies various types
of grinders that include cylindrical, surface, internal and centerless. These
boast superior stability and rigidity, which are exactly what manufacturers of
automotive gear shafts, auto components, electronics, IT gadgets, and mold dies
needed.
Taiwan also provides an assortment of vertical and horizontal CNC lathes.
Variations in design and functionality of these types distinguish one from
another. New-generation lathes also have been launched recently, which
feature enhanced operations for better milling, drilling, tapping, and spindle
performance.
As the global manufacturing sector moves toward simplifying once complicated
machining processes down to single a setup, many local machine tool builders
are stepping up to the challenge. So far, improvements in machine design
successfully eliminate many machining failures resulting from vibrations and
drastic temperature changes. New models rolled out of several factories in
Taiwan overcome the limitations of traditional machining processes. They
feature optimum cutting accuracy, temperature control, and running stability,
with every detail considered for modern machining. With all the advances,
global manufacturers have more and better options than just conventional
processes. Machine buyers could easily notice the differences. Take an EDM
for example, locally made EDMs deliver excellent cutting precision, which is
made possible by combining linear motor technology and the latest auto wire
threading mechanism to meet multi-angle manufacturing requirements.
Another good example is the drilling machine. Two types dominate the market
currently: ultrasonic drilling ensures machining stability, reduces chipping,
and allows micro-hole machining of hard and brittle materials, while laser
(1)
(2)

5. Taiwan-made machine tools leap into
new-generation manufacturing
Vertically and horizontally integrated
Apart from supplying advanced machining equipment to the global
manufacturing market, Taiwan also provides integrated machine development
solutions. The nation operates one of the world’s most prolific industry clusters,
which gives its machinery makers an edge in providing complete supply chain
service and one-stop machining solutions to international manufacturers.
Industrial parks located across the island serve as bases of thousands of
machine tool makers, assemblers, and machine part suppliers who are globally
recognized for their skills and technological achievements. They support
each other through cooperation and collaboration, thus enabling them to be as
flexible and adaptable as possible. Upstream and downstream companies in the
machinery industry are integrated vertically. Furthermore, the Taiwan machine
tool sector is also aligning with other industries like information technology.
By integrating horizontally, Taiwan machine tool suppliers have tapped into the
strengths of other sectors to create more advanced machining applications.
The rise of multifunction machines, customized machining processes,
and smart automation solutions from Taiwan has greatly improve overall
manufacturing performance. This is also fueling a surge in demand for hybrid
machine tools. Manufacturers can easily find Taiwan-made machines that
blend additive manufacturing and multi-tasking functions. Hybrid machines
like these are especially well-suited for small lot production of difficult-to-cut
materials required in the aerospace, medical and energy industries. Taiwan’s
growing success in providing machining automation is also the result of
horizontal integration. For example, energy-efficient power products
from leading companies have helped makers increase the power
supply efficiency of their machines by up to 90 percent. Meanwhile,
automation solution providers in Taiwan have secured a number
of patents for measurement applications, which can substantially
improve capability to provide in-house automated handling and
manufacturing execution systems (MES). Such automation systems
will help realize fully automated cells in factories.
Taiwan machine tool makers have mustered enough support
from the nation’s technology sector, giving them the edge to
create machining solutions for maximum stability, efficiency,
and functionality. For manufacturers who are aiming to boost
productivity and quality, Taiwan provides the most comprehensive
solutions in machine tools used in different manufacturing sectors.
technique can achieve deeper and more precise holes with smaller diameters.
Both help enhance the range of applications of machine tools. With such high-
performance machines, good production practices can be upheld by every
manufacturer, whether it is located in an advanced nation or a developing
country. This also means future machines can level the playing field, which
will give underdeveloped economies the opportunity to develop their fledging
manufacturing sector with the help of advanced machine tools from Taiwan.
Taiwan of late has also made significant inroads in the development of large-
sized, multi-axis machines, thus giving a number of local machine tool builders
the leverage to compete on the global stage. Several Taiwanese companies
specialize in 5-axis, high-speed, double-column, and moving-column machining
centers that are extensively used in aviation manufacturing. And so international
manufacturers who are sourcing for machine tools that could meet their
production requirements do not have to look far as Taiwan offers all sorts of
industry-specific machines that can verily meet their expectations and budget.
www.twmt.tw
Local machinery manufacturers are pillars of Taiwan’s economy: they have
for many years maintained a distinct and irreplaceable role in the production
sector, especially in the development and supply of machine tools. Nearly every
producer who succeeded in the manufacturing market has them to thank for.
According to a WTO statistics report, Taiwan placed second among the world’s
top contributors to the global value chain in 2015, with nearly 70% of its
manufactured goods and services exported worldwide. This evidently shows
the extent of Taiwan’s involvement in global trade. On industrial machinery
development, Taiwan has managed to preserve a sterling reputation in the global
market. This Asian manufacturing powerhouse is ranked alongside the world’s
top five exporters and top seven producers of machine tools used in various
industries, including automotive, electronics, information and communication
technology, aerospace, and large-scale infrastructure.
From conventional machine tools to future production facilities
Taiwan-made machine tools offer better price-performance ratio than similar
ones made by other countries. Each is designed, built, and equipped entirely in-
house to ensure utmost quality and machining precision. Machine tools that are
exported by Taiwan can be broadly classified into two categories:
Conventional machine models with classic features
Sophisticated machining units (e.g., EDM, ultrasonic/laser machine tools,
electrochemical grinder, photochemical milling machine, and large-scale
multi-axis machine)
Taiwan’s sophisticated ability in building machine tools is a product of over
several decades of manufacturing experience. Locally made machining
equipment, such as vertical CNC, lathe, milling machine, drill press, and grinding
machine, bears the hallmark of manufacturing flexibility that only Taiwanese
builders can execute flawlessly. Providing a range of machining models that
meet the requirements of industrial end-users, these unsung heroes have helped
put Taiwan on the global machinery map. The nation supplies various types
of grinders that include cylindrical, surface, internal and centerless. These
boast superior stability and rigidity, which are exactly what manufacturers of
automotive gear shafts, auto components, electronics, IT gadgets, and mold dies
needed.
Taiwan also provides an assortment of vertical and horizontal CNC lathes.
Variations in design and functionality of these types distinguish one from
another. New-generation lathes also have been launched recently, which
feature enhanced operations for better milling, drilling, tapping, and spindle
performance.
As the global manufacturing sector moves toward simplifying once complicated
machining processes down to single a setup, many local machine tool builders
are stepping up to the challenge. So far, improvements in machine design
successfully eliminate many machining failures resulting from vibrations and
drastic temperature changes. New models rolled out of several factories in
Taiwan overcome the limitations of traditional machining processes. They
feature optimum cutting accuracy, temperature control, and running stability,
with every detail considered for modern machining. With all the advances,
global manufacturers have more and better options than just conventional
processes. Machine buyers could easily notice the differences. Take an EDM
for example, locally made EDMs deliver excellent cutting precision, which is
made possible by combining linear motor technology and the latest auto wire
threading mechanism to meet multi-angle manufacturing requirements.
Another good example is the drilling machine. Two types dominate the market
currently: ultrasonic drilling ensures machining stability, reduces chipping,
and allows micro-hole machining of hard and brittle materials, while laser
(1)
(2)

6. Chapter 1
Introduction
Photo: Mercedes Benz

7. Germany’s Automotive Industry
Germany's Automotive industry is one of the most important industries in the whole
economy, contributing around 20 percent of all gross domestic product (GDP). The
industry represents over 30 percent of passenger cars manufactured, close to 20
percent of all new registrations and boasting the largest concentration of OEM plants in
Europe. By the end of 2015, the sector created a turnover of EUR 404 Billion and
employing a workforce of over 792,500 workers.
Germany's Automotive Industry offers a huge opportunities for local and international
sales along with sourcing that has lead to a huge export success story. Germany is one
of the world leaders in manufacturing, accounting for 15 percent of the world's total
production. This was seen in the increased demand of German produced passenger
cars and light commercial vehicles represented by EUR 384 billion in turnover at the end
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Germany is the the Automotive Hub of
Europe and produced 5.708 million
passenger cars and 375,000 commercial
vehicles in 2015
2. About 77% of the manufactured vehicles
are exported
3. German Automotive OEMs produced 15
million vehicles worldwide in 2015
4. The sector recorded a record turnover of
EUR 384 billion and employed a workforce
of over 775,000
5. There are over 40 OEM production sites
located in Germany
6. 21 of the world’s top 100 automotive
suppliers are German companies
7. R&D personnel within the German
automobile industry reached a level of just
about 100.000 in 2015. Around 792.500 are
employed in the industry as a whole
Introduction
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8. of 2015. This turnover was reflected in the production of 5.7 million
passenger cars being and over 375,000 trucks and buses
manufactured in 2015.
Germany has achieved an export success. The domestic market
generated a total revenue of EUR 133 billion. Over 77 percent of cars
produced were ultimately destined for foreign countries, a new world
record. This means that on a global scale, one if 5 cars produced
globally is a car made by a German OEM.
German OEM's have been responsible for over one third of
international R&D expenditure, accounting for EUR 17.7 billion in
2014. Also, German is responsible for 60 percent of European R&D
growth. Over 100,000 people work in Germany's R&D field.
Global Market Perspective
The demand for German produced cars has remained strong, in
particular for foreign markets that continue to demand vehicles that
has been increasing by 3 percent annually. Germany was the most
significant exporter of passenger cars in 2014, leading both Japan and
South Korea.
Many of the German produced cars are exported to Germany's
neighbor countries, which accounts for approximately 50 percent of
exports. The USA follows with the second highest demand for German
vehicles followed by Asian markets. The market for high end premium
vehicles is very high in the USA and China. For many German OEM's
China remains the primary and important export market for high end
luxury cars.
The high end German luxury production owes its thanks to its work-
force, world class R&D, excellent infrastructure and its automotive
heritage. The production of premium segment cars researched 36
percent of the western European light vehicle production, and is
expected to grow further.
There is a consensus amongst industry analysts that the premium
market segment will grow faster than the total passenger car segment
within the next decades. This can be due to the increased demand for
high-value, premium small and compact-sized vehicles and premium
SUVs. The German market can meet this increased demand. Most
German based OEMs have already launched or are intending to
launch new products to meet the premium market segment. With
excellent product standards, sustainable development and innovation
as well as the know-how based on the country's automotive
manufacturer tradition. This will strengthen Germany's position as a
leading hub for manufacturing.
Worldwide Reputation
Germany's reputation of its "Made in Germany" label is seen in a
positive light, that is attributed to durability, efficiency, safety and
quality. The drive for German OEMS and manufacturers to maintain
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9. Chapter 2
Statistics

10. 8

11. Chapter 3
OEMs
Photo: BMW

12. As over 2016, there are five German companies and seven marques companies in
the German industry. In 2015, Germany was ranked fourth in global automobile
production, producing over six million vehicles. Germany has also been the leading
automobile producer in Europe, presenting over 35% of all automobiles produced.
Germany is also regarded as the most innovative and competitive automobile
industries in the world.
The OEMs in Germany are Audi, BMW, Daimler, Ford, Karmann, Opel, Porsche and
Volkswagen.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Produced over 6 million vehicles in 2015
2. Employs over 747,000 workers
3. Leader of automobile production in Europe
4. Five major OEM companies
Introduction
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13. Founded in 1913, BMW started building airplane engines in 1917.
In 1923, BMW started building motorbikes and eventually in 1928
they started with the production of cars. Shortly after the
Second World War, BMW's factories were dismantled by the
Allied Forces and the company was only allowed to manufacture
household utensils and bicycles.
In 1950 BMW returned to the production of cars. After a slow start, the company
focused on luxury cars, becoming one of the most admired carmakers in the world.
The parent plant of the BMW Group is located in the north of Munich, directly at the
Olympic Park. Located just beside the BMW Group plant are the Group Headquarters in
the BMW four-cylinder, the BMW Museum and the BMW Welt.
Munich Plant
Petuelring 130
80788 Munich
At the Munich location some 7,000 employees from over 50 nations work
in innovative production processes and produce approx. 900 cars
and up to 1,400 engines each day.
The infrastructure of the plant, which has
developed in parallel with the urban
residential area in the immediate
vicinity, is reflected in complex
business structures and innovative
manufacturing processes. The
smooth interaction of all
production technologies and
supporting areas in a confined
Section 2
AT A GLANCE
1. German owned assembly operation for
passenger cars and SUV models
2. Production capacity: 4,200 vehicles/day
BMW
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BMW Four Cylinder Building
Abteilung TM-K
80788 Munich
Tel: +49 89-1250-16000
Philip Wenzel
Vice President
Thomas Thym
VP Strategy Purchasing &
Supplier Network
Peter Van Binsbergen
Senior VP Sales & Marketing

14. space among the world's masterpieces in the automotive industry. In
conjunction with the Research and Innovation Centre (FIZ), the BMW
Group plant in Munich serves as an internal competence center: From
here, the knowledge of processes
and technologies, and the
experience of over 90 years arrives
to other production sites.
Siddharth Mudgal
Manager, Supplier Network
Dingolfing Plant
Postfach 1120
84122 Dingolfing
The success story of the BMW Dingolfing Plant began in 1967 with the
acquisition of the medium size car company “Hans Glas GmbH”. It is
the largest of all BMW plants and one of the biggest factories in the
world. Thousands of associates and machines produce the medium
and large models of BMW. Dingolfingen employs approximately 17,500
workers and 800 apprentices. The following models are produced at
Dingolfing: BMW 3 Series GT, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé, BMW 5
Series (Sedan, Touring and GT), BMW M5, BMW ActiveHybrid 5, BMW
6 Series (Coupé, Convertible and Gran Coupé), BMW M6 (Coupé,
Convertible and Gran
Coupé), BMW 7 Series
(Sedan, Active Hybrid,
Long Wheelbase and
High Security) with a
approximated daily
production of 1,600
vehicles.
Regensburg Plant
Herbert-Quandt-Allee
93055 Regensburg
At the end of the 1970s the
rising volume of production
demanded an expansion of
the production facilities.
Today, the BMW Regensburg
Plant looks back to 20 years
of success and is one of the
most modern and sustainable
factories around the world. Regensburg has a work force of about
9,000 employees and 300 apprentices. Regendsburg produces the
following models BMW 1 Series, BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer, BMW 3
Series Sedan, BMW M3 Series Sedan, BMW 4 Series Convertible,
BMW M4 Convertible, BMW X1, BMW Z4 Roadster with more than
1,100 produced each day.
Josef Mario Breu
Technical Director
Leipzig Plant
BMW Allee 1
04349 Leipzig
Plant Leipzig is one of the most state-of-the-art car plants. It produces
the BMW X1 as well as BMW 1 Series five-door model and the BMW 2
Series Coupé on one production line. In fall 2013 the production of the
BMW i3 started, the first all electric automobile of the BMW Group. In
2014 the hybrid sports car BMW i8 will follow.
Hans-Peter Kemser
Managing Director
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15. Section 3
Other OEM Vehicle Manufacturers
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16. Chapter 4
German
Automotive
Cluster
Photo: BMW

17. The Automotive Cluster RheinMainNeckar is a
company driven cluster which was established in 2003.
Today it consists of 450 members which cover the
whole automotive value chain. The core region around
Rüsselsheim/ Darmstadt has more automotive companies than Michigan
stat, the heart of US automobile industry. 54,000 persons are employed in this
sector. The region is also well known for its trade fares IAA and
Automechanica.
Companies like Adam Opel AG, Pirelli Deutschland AG, Lear Corporation, Siemens
VDO, Delphi Deutschland, Suzuki, Hyundai, Tyco Electronics, Continental Teves
AG, MAN do have sites in the area.
Well-known universities contribute to education and research in the automotive
sector: TU Darmstadt (renowned technical university), FH Wiesbaden-Rüsselsheim
(university of applied sciences), Fraunhofer Institute for Operational Stability. And
at least many companies established research an development centers in the
Rhine-Main-region: There is the
International Technical
Development Center (Adam Opel
AG), European development
centers of Honda, Hyundai and
Mazda are also located here.
Therefore the Automotive Cluster
RheinMainNeckar covers a high
potential region of automotive
industry in Germany.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Automotive Cluster for Rhein, Main
and Neckar
Automotive Cluster RheinMainNeckar
Page 15
Automotive
ClusterRheinMainNeckar
c/o Industrie- und Handelskammer
Rhein Main Neckar
64295 Darmstadt
Tel: +49 (0) 6151 871 158
Email: lalk@darmstadt.ihk.de

18. Section 2
Other Automotive Clusters
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19. Chapter 5
German
Tier 1
Photo: Brose

20. Infineon Technologies AG is a German Semiconductor
manufacturer. The company was a subsidiary of Siemens
AG, that spun of its semiconductor business to form
Infineon that is headquartered in Neubiberg, Germany.
Today Infineon is a separate company and has no affiliation with Siemens. The company
employs over 26,000 people worldwide and achieved its 2016 revenue was over EUR
6.47 Billion.
Product range:
Micro controllers
Intelligent sensors
Power semiconductors
Power modules for powertrain
Safety systems
Security and body systems
Convenience
applications
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Subsidiary of Siemens AG
2. Automotive parts supplier
3. Established in 1999
Infineon
Page 18
Infineon Technologies AG
Am Campeon 1-12
85579 Neubiberg
Tel: +49 (0) 8923 40
Email: support@infineon.com
Hans Adlkofer
Vice President
Volker Gajewski
Senior Director Purchasing
Albrecht Mayer
Senior Principal Emulation
Systems and Tooling

21. Worldwide, the Infineon has at about 175
locations in over 34 countries. In
Germany, it is present in over 19
locations.
Click here for a list of all German Infineon
locations.
Click here for a list of global Infineon
locations.
Infineon Technologies Dresden GmbH
Production / Purchasing / Research &
Development
Königsbrücker Str. 180,01099 Dresden
About: Infineon Technologies Dresden
GmbH is one of the largest production sites
of Infineon Technologies AG. Over three
billion Euros have been invested since its
foundation in 1994.
Employs: 2,000
Infineon Technologies AG
Production / Purchasing / Research &
Development
Wernerwerkstr. 2,93049 Regensburg
Employs: 2,600
Products: Power Semiconductors,
CMOS analog / digital, Embedded non
volatile memories, Radio Frequency
BiCMOS
Infineon Technologies AG
Research & Development
Alter Postweg 101 14 OG,86159 Augsburg
Infineon Technologies AG
Production / Purchasing / Research &
Development / Sales Offices
Am Campeon 1-12,85579 Neubiberg
Infineon Technologies AG
Research & Development
Lise-Meitner 13,89081 Ulm
Infineon Technologies AG Warstein-
Belecke
Production / Purchasing / Research &
Development / Sales Offices
Max-Planck-Str. 5,59581 Warstein
Employs: 1,700
Products: IGBT modules, Thyristors and
diodes in discs, bipolar modules, stack-
assemblies
Infineon Technologies AG
Research & Development / Sales Offices
Düsseldorfer Landstrasse 401
47259 Duisburg
Manager: Gregor Maethner
Infineon Technologies AG
Research & Development / Sales Offices
Finkenstraße 61,47057 Duisburg
Managing Director: Wolfgang Rinass
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22. Section 2
Other German Tier 1 Suppliers
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23. Chapter 6
European
Tier 1
Photo: GKN

24. GKN Driveline is a multinational automotive
components manufacturer that focuses on driveline
technologies.
GKN Driveline is the worlds largest producer of CV joints.
The company also produces a variety of other products for the automotive industry. The
company is present across 22 countries in over 56 locations. The company has a global
work force of over 22,000.
Product range:
CV Joints
Side shafts
Prop shafts
Power Transfer Units
Differentials
AWD couplings
Disconnects
Electric rear axles
Electric dive
transmissions
Click here for a global GKN
Driveline locations list.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Headquarters, Redditch United Kingdom
2. Global automotive supplier
3. Employees over 22,000
GKN
Page 22
GKN Driveline
Otto-Scheugenflug-Strasse 1
63073 Offenbach/Main
Tel: +49 (0) 69 8904 0
Email: info@gkndriveline.com
Mosel
Glauchauer Strasse 38
08058 Zwickau
Tel: +49 (0) 3760 471 0
Helmuth Rohregger
President Europe
Philippe Doumeingts
Senior Vice President Purchasing
& Supply Chain
Cüneyt Gürel
Operations Director

25. Section 2
Other European Tier 1 Suppliers
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26. Chapter 7
North
American
Tier 1
Photo: BorgWarner

27. American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) is a leading, global
Tier-One automotive supplier of driveline and drivetrain
systems and related components for light trucks, SUVs,
passenger cars, crossover vehicles and commercial
vehicles.
AAM's European presence is the Europe Headquarters & Engineering Center. AAM
facility includes technical, engineering and sales services, which is located in Bad
Homburg.
Product range
Vehicle Architectures; Light Truck/SUV, Passenger Car/CUV, Passenger Car and
Commercial Vehicles
Driveline Systems; Rear Beam Axles, Rear Axle Systems, Front Axles, Driveshafts,
Multi-Piece Driveshafts, TracRite Axle Differentials, Torque Transfer Device, Electronic
Control Coupling, CZV Joints.
Drivetrain systems; Transfer Cases, Power Transfer Units, TracRite Transaxle &
Transfer Case Differentials.
Powertrain Components; Transmission/Transfer Case Components, Intake Manifolds,
Oil Pans, Bell Housings.
Chassis System Components; I-Ride Suspension Module and SmartBar Electronic
Stabilizer System.
Metal Formed Products; Power Transfer Unit/Transfer Case Components
Wheel Hubs & Spindles
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. US owned Automotive parts maker
2. Commenced operation in 1994
3. Driveline components
AAM
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AAM Germany GmbH
Siemensstraße 27
61352 Bad Homburg vor der
Höhe
Tel: +49 (0) 6172 1386 000
Michael J. Bly
President Europe
Geoffrey Poulard
Global Commodity Manager
Diane Thomson
Team Leader, Product Engineering

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29. Chapter 8
Japanese
Tier 1
Photo: TAKATA

30. DENSO is a supplier of advanced automotive
technology, systems and components for all major
automakers, operates in 38 countries and regions
with more than 140,000 associates. Established in
1984 in Munich, in southern Germany DENSO now has its primary locations in
Eching, an industrial area in northern Munich, and in Wegberg near Aachen.
DENSO also has a number of Sales Offices located in Germany which are in Wolfsburg,
Leinfelden-Echterdingen (close to Stuttgart), Mörfelden-Walldorf (close to Frankfurt a.M.)
and Cologne.
In Germany, Denso sells the following product ranges:
Powertrain Control Systems
Thermal Systems
Information & Safety Systems
Electronic Systems
In 2003 a car air-conditioner testing facility was opened in
Eching creating the possibility to assess the performance
of air conditioners installed in vehicles. Facilities
include climatic chambers, acoustic chambers for
components and vehicles, component test
benches and a state of the art wind-tunnel.
Prototypes are manufactured in-house and
preparation work on vehicles and components
can be done on-site as well. Eching is also the
European material testing laboratory for DENSO
and the base for their European Technical
Research team.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Commenced operation in 1984
2. Large Japanese owned Tier 1 in Munich
Denso
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Denso Automotive Deutschland
GmbH
Freisinger Straße 21-23
85386 Eching
Tel: +49 (0) 8165 9440
Email: jobs@denso-auto.de
Georg Otto Geduld
Managing Director
Dirk Hanemann
Director, Head of Functional Parts
& Performance Development
Dr. Markus Özbek
Technical Manager

31. In 2005 the Aachen Engineering Centre (AEC), located in Wegberg,
opened with responsibility for power train development, especially
diesel fuel injection and exhaust gas after-treatment systems. Since
2010 this Centre has started work on ECU hardware and software
development as well as working on components for Electric Vehicle
and Hybrid Vehicles. The AEC is a purpose built facility that is
expanding its range of equipment that includes transient engine test
beds, chassis dynamometers for emission testing, test benches for
testing common rail pumps and injectors and the necessary
workshops.
In 2015 they opened newly expanded facilities in Eching and Wegberg.
Business activities:
Sale of automotive components
Engineering services, design, testing and R&D
Incorporated: 1984
President: Mr. Y. Ishizuka
Number of employees: 533 (as of September 30, 2015)
Product development at DENSO is driven by their mantra: smaller,
lighter and more efficient. DENSO products and systems are an
integral part of nearly every major vehicle make and model across
Europe.
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33. Chapter 9
Asian
Tier 1
Photo: Motherson

34. Bharat Forge Aluminiumtechnik the German
subsidiary of Bharat Forge Limited is an Indian
multinational metal forming company. The company
employees over 10,000 workers.
The company provides products to the automotive
industries and many others.
The company supplies both OEMs and Tier 1s
including Audi, BMW, Ford, Bentley, Maserati,
Volkswagen, Benteler, TRW and ZF.
The company manufacturers:
Upper control arms
Lower control arms
Knuckles
Crankshafts
Connecting rods
Front axles
Steering knuckles
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Main Headquarters in India
2. Automotive parts manufacturer
Bharat Forge AluminiumTechnik
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Bharat Forge Aluminiumtechnik
Berthelsdorfer Str. 8
09618 Brand-Erbisdorf
Tel: +49 (0) 3732 2474 747
Email: info@bf-at.de
Michael Weis
CEO
Thiemo Gorath
Head of Supply Chain Management
Marc Perle
Product and R&D Manager
Sudesh Gulve
Design Engineer

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36. Chapter 10
Organizations
Photo: VDA

37. The German Association of the Automotive Industry
(VDA) consists of more than 620 companies
involved in production for the automotive industry in
the Federal Republic of Germany.
The members are divided into three manufacturer groups automobile manufacturers,
automotive suppliers, and trailers, special bodies, buses. These three manufacturer
groups find their representation in three divisions each assigned a managing director.
More than 70 employees in 20 departments actively pursue the interests of the German
automotive industry. The President, Matthias Wissmann, heads the VDA which has its
headquarters in Berlin.
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) nationally and internationally
promotes the interests of the entire German automotive industry in all fields of the motor
transport sector, for example in international trade and economic, transport and
environmental policy, technical legislation, standardizing and quality assurance. To an
equal extent, VDA promotes services in standardization, research and quality. It
organizes the world’s largest trade fair for mobility, the IAA (International Motor Show),
as well as other congresses
and it regularly publishes on
all automotive topics.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Automotive organization with over 600
members
2. Based in Berlin
VDA German Automotive Industry Assoication
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VDA Association of the
Automotive Industry
Behrenstraße 35
10117 Berlin
Tel: +49 (0) 3089 7842 0
Email: info@vda.de
Eckehart Rotter
Head of Department Press
Tel: +49 (0) 3089 7842 120
Email: rotter@vda.de

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39. Chapter 11
World Class
Manufacturing
Equipment
Sponsored Feature

41. Chapter 12
Events
Photo: Audi

42. The origins of the IAA can be traced back to more
than 100 years. In 1897, 8 motor vehicles were
exhibited to the public at the Bristol Hotel in Berlin.
From these humble beginnings, a regular exhibition was established that, due to its high
visitor turnout, had to be separated into an alternating exhibition of passenger cars and
commercial vehicles in 1991. In odd-numbered years the IAA Cars is held in Frankfurt;
even-numbered years see the IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hannover.
The automotive world meets at the IAA Commercial Vehicles. It is the world’s leading
trade fair for mobility, transportation and logistics. Its comprehensive innovations,
exhibitors from several industries, discussions and,
last but not least, the expert visitor structure
represent a unique profile.
The IAA Commercial Vehicles is special because
practically all the suppliers are represented
alongside the manufacturers. The IAA is therefore
the world’s only mobility fair which represents the
entire commercial vehicle industry along the whole
value-added chain, providing the best conditions
for good business.
With its broad spectrum the IAA provides a
comprehensive overview of the international
commercial vehicle industry:
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Date: September 14-25th, 2017
2. Venue: Messeturm, Frankfurt am Main
3. Matchmaking opportunities
IAA
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Organizer: VDA
Behrenstraße 35,
10117 Berlin
Tel: +49 (0) 3089 7842 0
Email: info@vda.de
Event Location
Messeturm, 60327 Frankfurt am
Main

43. Trucks and truck tractor
Light commercial vehicles
Buses
Special motor vehicles
Trailers, bodies and containers for vehicles and systems
Vehicle interior – Fixtures and Equipment
Parts and accessories
Transport logistics
Equipment used for servicing, repair and maintenance of products
Professional literature and periodicals
Organizations and corporations related to road motor vehicle
technology, motor vehicle traffic or transportation business
Model cars
Services
E-Mobility
Specialist Events and Special shows (e.g. Test drives, vintage
vehicles)
IAA Hannover Event 2016
The “New Mobility World logistics” will be held for the first time at the
66th IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hanover (22 - 29 September 2016).
The goal of the initiative is to map out digitization, new logistic
concepts, offers and services of the exhibitors in the commercial
vehicles sector even more clearly and to address new companies and
visitor groups.
“The New Mobility World logistics aims to create a content framework
that fosters discussion and new contacts. After all, new and future-
oriented themes are distinctly more dialogue-intensive”, said Matthias
Wissmann, President of the VDA, talking about the further
development of the IAA in Hanover.
The content of the conceptual framework will be mapped by the five
thematic areas of Connected Vehicle, Assisted & Automated Driving,
Alternative Powertrain, Urban Logistics and Transport Services. Within
this framework there will be various programs presenting these
thematic fields and the matching products of the IAA exhibitors. They
will include a separate congress programme with discussion forums,
such as for instance the carIT Congress, and events focusing on “Last
Mile” topics or networked and automated driving.
On the “Pitching Day” for start-up companies young enterprises will for
the first time be given an opportunity to present their ideas and
solutions at the IAA and establish contacts with the commercial vehicle
industry. All the events will take place in the congress section in Hall 19
and be accompanied by exhibitions with opportunities for non-industry
companies and start-ups to make presentations too.
In addition, the IAA exhibitors can participate in guided tours round the
IAA that reflect their themes. Innovations, services and products can
thus be presented appropriately. Interested visitors from the specific
target group will be taken to the exhibitors’ stands on such tours.
In the “New Mobility World LIVE” demonstration area, exhibitors will be
presenting products, services and applications in live demonstrations.
Trial drives with electric commercial vehicles will also be possible.
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AT A GLANCE
1.
Other Automotive Events in Germany
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45. Chapter 13
Media
Photo: BMW

46. Information & communication in the automotive business:
The Automobil Industrie media brand provides you with a
communications platform packed with top quality
information on one of Germany's key industries.
Automobil Industrie analyzes and
discusses, is critical and opinion-
forming. The entire world of mobility is
covered, including trends and highlights
in manufacturing and developments in
the markets.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. A news outlet that covers all aspects
of the Auto industry.
Automobil Industrie
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Vogel Business Media
GmbH & Co. KG
Max-Planck-Straße 7/9
97082 Würzburg
Tel: +49 (0) 931 418 0
Email: info@vogel.de
Matthias Bauer
Chief Corporate Development
Officer
Ms Catharina Leybold
Production Manager
Tel: +49 (0) 931 418 2271

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48. Acknowledgements
Photo: Porsche

49. about this book
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