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    Daimler extended the contract of Dr. Bernhard

    2012-07-01T11:08:53Z

    Germany – Daimler AG has extended the contract of Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard until February 28, 2018.Dr Bernhard has been a member of the board of management of Daimler AG since February 18, 2010, responsible for manufacturing and procurement for Mercedes-Benz Cars and the the entire Mercedes-Benz Vans division.www.daimler.com

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    Challenges in China

    2012-07-01T10:26:58Z

    Labour and automationBAIC: growth by acquisitionStepped expansionBYD – electric partnerships as sales struggleNew partnership of quality and classChery’s blossoming abroadIncentives and disincentivesGreat WallGuangzhou Automobile Group Motor CompanyPowertrain partnersOn a recent trip to China, Simon Duval Smith met with many car makers, domestic and joint venture companies to find out about ...

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    Recovering from a fall across North America

    2012-07-01T09:35:03Z

    Flexible thinkingThe United StatesDeveloping production facilitiesSuccessful transplantsCanadaNational auto policyMore focus on exportsMexico stands up The secret of success The future is brightAMS explores the lessons that were learned from the 2008 economic collapse and how the American, Canadian and Mexican automotive manufacturing industries have used them to move forward. Long ...

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    Re-defining efficiency through 3D measurement

    2012-05-15T17:29:07Z

    The FARO Laser Tracker is an extremely accurate, portable coordinate measuring machine that enables you to build products, optimise processes, and deliver solutions by measuring quickly, simply and precisely.Customers around the world are using the FARO Laser Tracker to solve their everyday measurement challenges as well as their most complex ...

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    Cut complexity from costing and quoting

    2012-05-01T14:29:31Z

    New software that automatically extracts manufacturing process-specific information directly from any 3D CAD model, to create the inputs for cost models that reside in virtual production environments, is an enticing prospect for OEMs and suppliers alike.For any supplier, accurate and timely project quoting is a critical success factor. It can ...

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    The power of engine production in Dundee, USA

    2012-05-01T12:48:23Z

    World class manufacturingInnovative productsAutomation productionQuality testingLocated 60 miles southwest of Detroit, the Dundee engine plant—formerly known as the Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance (GEMA)— epitomises Chrysler Group’s drive for state-ofthe- art manufacturing. The production complex’s North plant, launched in October 2005 and the South plant, launched in November 2006, offer 1.16 ...

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    VanSlambrouck joins board of directors at AIAG

    2012-05-01T12:37:58Z

    Detroit, MI – The Automotive Industry Action Group has named Ford executive Jim VanSlambrouck to its board of directors.Currently Ford’s director of product development quality in the Americas, VanSlambrouck has held positions in design and engineering.The Automotive Industry Action Group is a nonprofit group that works to improve the effi ...

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    Behr America has named John Tepas as vice president of engineering

    2012-05-01T12:32:24Z

    Detroit, MI – Behr America has named John Tepas as vice president of engineering.Previously chief engineer of Behr America, Tepas is a member of the company’s executive committee and has overseen the company’s customer engineering groups for General Motors, Ford, Chrysler and heavy-truck customers.Before joining Behr, Tepas held senior engineering ...

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    Braunstetter in supply chain management by Continental

    2012-05-01T12:23:23Z

    Regensburg, Germany – Juergen Braunstetter has been named chief of automotive supply chain management by Continental.In this newly created position Braunstetter will oversee the supply chains for the company’s three automotive divisions and will coordinate purchasing, quality and information technology.Before joining Continental in 2011, Braunstetter was responsible for logistics and ...

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    Mike Mansuetti is a president of Robert Bosch LLC

    2012-05-01T12:02:06Z

    Detroit, MI – Robert Bosch has named Mike Mansuetti president of its North American business, Robert Bosch LLC. He will take over the role from Werner Struth, 55, who will remain chairman of Robert Bosch LLC and a board member for its German parent.Mansuetti is currently senior vice president of ...

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    Meeting the revival challenge at Chrysler

    2012-05-01T11:31:45Z

    Facing a bleak future just a few short years ago, Chrysler has rebounded with a strong line of products and a manufacturing philosophy that highlights its focus on globally competitive production. When restructuring with Fiat began in 2009, Chrysler dedicated itself to World Class Manufacturing (WCM). Scott Garberding, senior vice-president, ...

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    Editor's Note: Questions of quality

    2012-05-01T09:14:05Z

    “The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten” – Benjamin Franklin (1706 – 1790), American inventor.On a recent research journey to China, I was asked by the marketing head of a volume domestic carmaker: “What does Made in China mean in Europe and ...

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    Wyszomirski is the managing director at Nexteer

    2012-03-01T15:07:09Z

    Gliwice, Tychy – Nexteer Automotive has appointed Rafal Wyszomirski as managing director of its Polish operations.www.nexteer.com

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    John Oldham has been appointed as the new plant manager

    2012-03-01T15:01:09Z

    SOUTHAMPTON, Hampshire – Ford’s former Bridgend engine production manager, John Oldham, has been appointed as the new plant manager at Ford Southampton, UK home of the Ford Transit.www.ford.co.uk

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    Mann, Nissan’s senior vice president for Manufacturing awarded

    2012-03-01T14:53:14Z

    Sunderland, UK – Trevor Mann, Nissan’s senior vice president for Manufacturing, Purchasing and Supply Chain Management in Europe, has been awarded a CBE in the Queen’s New Year Honours list.www.nissan.com

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    An Conghui named as CEO and president for Geely

    2012-03-01T14:47:52Z

    Hangzhou, China – Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. has named An Conghui its CEO and president.Geely’s previous president, Yang Jian, has been made the company's vice chairman.www.geely.com

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    Docherty takes over the management at Chevrolet Europe

    2012-03-01T14:44:47Z

    Zurich, Switzerland – Susan Docherty has succeeded Wayne Brannon as president and managing director of Chevrolet Europe.www.chevroleteurope.com

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    Sergio Rocha named CEO of GM Korea

    2012-03-01T14:36:31Z

    Seoul, Korea – GM Korea announced that Sergio Rocha, president and managing director of GM Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay, has been appointed President and CEO of GM Korea, effective March 1.www.gm.com

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    Opel appoints Peter Thom in charge of manufacturing

    2012-03-01T14:31:02Z

    Shanghai, China – Opel has added Peter Thom, a manufacturing manager in GM’s China operations, as management board member in charge of manufacturing.Thom, has also been named Opel/Vauxhall vice president of manufacturing.www.opel.com

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    Cyrus Mistry chairman of Tata sons

    2012-03-01T14:25:06Z

    MUMBAI, India – Tata has selected Cyrus Mistry to succeed Ratan Tata as chairman of Tata Sons, the group's holding company.Mistry, 43, is the son of Pallonji Mistry, whose family is the largest individual shareholder in Tata Sons with an 18% stake.www.tatamotors.com