On August 20, multiple sources reported that fires in Ourense, Spain, and road issues are still disrupting supply deliveries to the Stellantis Vigo plant, forcing the suspension of the August 21 afternoon shift on production line 2.
The line builds the Citroën Berlingo, Peugeot Partner/Rifter, Opel Combo, Fiat Dobló,

On August 19, multiple sources reported that the Stellantis Vigo plant has suspended its afternoon shift for System 2 again because parts couldn’t reach the Balaidos plant due to road closures from forest fires in Ourense, Spain.
The forest fire in Galicia damaged Autoneum’s warehouse in A Rua (Ourense), which is a k

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) introduced Flexi-Light PET, a polyester felt-based sound insulation material, at the Automotive Acoustics Conference in Constance, Germany.
Flexi-Light PET is part of Autoneum’s Pure technologies product line and is made from up to 90% recycled PET. The lightweight, flexible material

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) has developed the N-Join1 carpet, a latex- and adhesives- free product made from recycled materials to support the automotive industry’s shift toward a circular economy.
The monomaterial carpet system is designed to provide driving comfort with optimal noise protection in the passenge

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) has unveiled a new impact protection plate made from thermoplastic composite material for EV batteries.
The product shields EV batteries from impact, fire, and corrosion. It is significantly lighter than traditional metal alternatives and provides thermal insulation to improve energy

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) has signed an agreement to acquire all shares of Chengdu FAW-Sihuan Interior Parts Co., Ltd., a Chinese automotive supplier of acoustic and thermal management components, for around CHF 16 million. The transaction is expected to close in July 2025.
Established in 2011, Chengdu FAW-Sih

On April 17, Renault announced that its Emblème demo car focuses on smart, sustainable design—from materials to production, use, and end-of-life recycling. 
Renault Emblème uses a dual-energy electric powertrain i.e., running on both electricity and hydrogen—ideal for low-carbon travel over short and long distances.

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) has introduced its new E-Fiber flame shields that offer flame protection and electrical insulation inside the battery housing. The shields can withstand extreme temperatures up to 1400°C, hot particle abrasion, and gas pressure, thus increasing the safety of passengers in the event of

On February 28, 2025, Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) completed the acquisition of a 70% share in Jiangsu Huanyu Group, which was announced in November 2024. The company also has the option to purchase the remaining 30% of the share capital in 2028.
Jiangsu Huanyu Group is one of the leading suppliers of lightweight

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) of Sweden signed a cooperation agreement with Jiangsu Huanyu Group in Yixing, Jiangsu. The two companies will further integrate resources by combining Autoneum’s advanced technologies and experience in automotive acoustics and thermal management with Jiangsu Huanyu Group’s professiona

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) has supported Renault Group in the development of Renault Emblème, a low-carbon demonstration car designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% over its entire life cycle. The demonstration car was first unveiled at the Paris Motor Show in October 2024.
As a key partner of the pr

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) has launched new polyester-based side and rear wall panels, that provide a more sustainable alternative to the composite or thermoset resin panels commonly used in commercial vehicles (CVs).
The components comprise Propylat PET, its eco-friendly and fully recyclable Pure technology ma

On November 26, Autoneum announced a new Research & Technology (R&T) Center in Shanghai, China focusing on New Mobility and strengthening its presence in China. It will accelerate the development and production of components and materials, especially regarding e-mobility. 
The center will advance the development of s

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) inked an agreement to acquire 70% of the shares of Jiangsu Huanyu Group at a purchase price of around CHF 75 million. The transaction is scheduled to close in March 2025, with a call option to acquire the remaining 30% of shares in 2028.
Founded in 2001, Jiangsu Huanyu Group is a lead

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) revised its medium-term targets, setting a revenue target of CHF 3 billion. It is supported by a comprehensive package of strategic initiatives and a targeted effort to boost market share among both existing and new customers.
The company also expects to achieve an EBIT margin of 6% t

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) opened its new production plant in Pune, Western India on August 28, 2024. The new 7,500-sqm plant has already started a series of production of carpet systems, interior trim, wheelhouse outer liners, e-motor encapsulations, and other noise protection components for local and internat

On July 25, Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum)  announced that it would implement a newly developed strategy called “Level Up”. It will focus on the following six core areas: future-fit product portfolio, innovation, profitable growth, sustainability, people-centric corporate culture, and operational excellence.
Its ea

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) presented a new fully recyclable 100% polyester trunk side trim, which is based on its Pure technology Propylat PET.
The product offers high environmental performance in terms of recycled content, waste-free manufacturing, and end-of-life recyclability. It also supports new regulation

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) announced that it is expanding its production capacities in Asia with two new plants in Changchun, China and Pune, India. This is part of the company’s strategic focus on future profitable growth, particularly in Asian growth markets.
In China, the new 5,000-sqm building which feature

Autoneum Holding Ltd. (Autoneum) has established a new Business Unit Commercial Vehicles to expand its existing truck business and to increase revenue and profitability in this vehicle segment.
This new unit focuses primarily on business with components for medium and heavy trucks as well as agricultural commercial v