BMW AG, Munich Plant 3 Series Sedan/Station wagon(Touring)/ActiveHybrid 3/PHV 330e iPerformance (2016-2019), PHV 330e & 320e (Next generation) (2019-), M3 (2020-), 3 Series MHV (2020-), M3 Touring (2022-), EV 3 Series (2026–planning); 4 Series Coupe (2013-), 4 Series MHV (2021-), M4 Coupe (2014-); EV i4 (2021-); FCV iX5 (2028-planning); EV Neue Klasse (2026-planning); Battery packs (for 3 Series, PHV); Fuel cell system: for "i Hydrogen NEXT (...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/12/16

Omron and NTT Docomo Business start collaboration to provide highly reliable data linkage foundations Omron Corporation and NTT Docomo Business, Inc. (formerly NTT Communications Corporation, Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo) announced on October 14 that they have started collaboration to provide “secure data linkage solutions”. With a view to connection with international data spaces (data sharing systems for multiple organizations) including the Europea...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/15

IAA Mobility 2025: Chinese Battery Suppliers CATL, CALB, Gotion High-tech and EVE Energy expanding in Europe Summary CATL: Introducing Shenxing Pro battery to the European market CALB: 5C ultra-fast charging battery compatible with the new XPeng P7 Gotion High-tech: Gemstone all-solid-state batteries and smart mobile charging EVE Energy: Omnicell large cylindrical battery and Battery Passport   IAA Mobility 2025, the annual International Motor S...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/29

IAA Mobility 2025: EVE Energy exhibits large cylindrical batteries, releases battery passport At the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, EVE Energy Co., Ltd. (EVE Energy) exhibited innovations such as large cylindrical battery systems, low-voltage battery systems, and batteries for robots and low-altitude economy, and released the first battery passport. The Omnicell large cylindrical battery features standardization, zero expansion, and high ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/12

IAA Mobility 2025: Volkswagen commits EUR 1 billion investment plan in AI to transform development and production On September 9, Volkswagen Group announced its plan to invest up to EUR 1 billion in AI by 2030 in IAA Mobility 2025, focusing on vehicle development, industrial use, and IT infrastructure. The goal is to bring innovations to customers faster. The Group already uses 1,200 AI applications, with hundreds more in progress. By 2035, Volks...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

CLEPA Materials Regulations and Sustainability Event（MRSE）2025 PFAS regulation, recycled plastic, Catena-X, CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) Summary PFAS and other chemical challenges for the automotive industry (ACEA) End of Life Vehicles Regulation- Insight from recyclers (EuRIC) Catena-X CBAM Lessons learned from the reporting phase and how to prepare for future responses (Continental, wts) A Transatlantic Perspective on the Futur...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/04

Schaeffler AG (Formerly Vitesco Technologies Group AG) Germany ＊The details regarding the business overview, sales, and products are based on information from Vitesco Technologies prior to the merger. Merger with Schaeffler -On October 1, 2024, the Company was merged into Schaeffler AG (Schaeffler). The combined company operates under the uniform corporate brand “Schaeffler” and reports consolidated financial information from now on. The ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/08/28

Gestamp Automocion S.A. Spain Francisco José Riberas Mera (Executive Chairman) -The Company is an international supplier which designs, develops and manufactures metal components and assemblies for the automotive market, primarily focusing on light passenger vehicles. -The Company’s products are organized across the following groups: Body-in-White Chassis Mechanisms (Edscha) Presses and Dies (Loire Gestamp) -Since April 7, 2017, the Company ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/08/28

Schaeffler AG Germany Klaus Rosenfeld (CEO) -The Company is a global mobility and motion technology company focused on developing, manufacturing, and servicing components and systems including bearings, transmissions, gearboxes, dampers, sensors, ECUs, actuators, electronics, electric drive systems, energy generation systems, energy storage systems, and digital services for powertrain and chassis applications across various markets including the ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/29

ZF Friedrichshafen AG Germany Mathias Miedreich (CEO) -The Company is a leading worldwide automotive supplier of advanced mobility products and systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology. The Company provides solutions for established automotive OEMs, mobility companies and startups in the fields of transportation and mobility. Its systems and solutions focus on electrifying vehicles, reducing emissions, and improvi...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/29

MHP drives Catena-X growth with automotive suppliers onboarding On June 11, MHP, a Porsche subsidiary, announced that it is helping automotive suppliers join the Catena-X data network to make the connection process easier. It is part of the Catena-X “Readiness Booster Program,” MHP supports the onboarding of suppliers working with various automakers, including the Volkswagen Group. Catena-X e.V. aims to onboard over 1,000 new suppliers in 202...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/16

AIAG chosen as North American hub by Catena-X On June 10, The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) announced that it has been named the official North America hub for Catena-X, the first open, secure, and standardized data ecosystem built for the entire automotive value chain.  With this partnership, OEMs, suppliers and service providers of all sizes across North America can participate in a unified, interoperable network that enables secure ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/11

BASF to present innovative technologies for electromobility at Battery Show Europe On May 15, BASF announced that it will present innovative technologies for electromobility at The Battery Show Europe 2025. BASF will showcase an array of advanced polyurethane (PU) applications, including the latest battery adhesives, fire protective coatings, and battery potting systems.  BASF offers an extensive range of engineering plastics for eMobility with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA (FORVIA HELLA) Germany Bernard Schäferbarthold (CEO) -As part of the FORVIA Group, the Company develops and manufactures components and systems for automotive lighting and electronics. In addition, it also produces complete vehicle modules.-The Company is organized into three business groups: Lighting: Focused on headlamps, combination rear lamps, body lighting and interior lighting systems. Electronics: Focused on automat...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/05/15

VW Group partners with FORVIA Hella to advance digitalization and quality assurance with Catena-X On March 31, Volkswagen Group Info Services AG announced its partnership with FORVIA Hella to enhance digitalization and quality assurance in the automotive industry. The collaboration is powered by Catena-X, enabling seamless networking across the entire value chain. Catena-X offers standardized data exchange, improving transparency and efficiency. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

CES 2025: T-Systems, Germany introduces Catena-X data ecosystem with new onboarding packages for automotive industry On January 2, T-Systems, Germany announced that it is simplifying entry into the Catena-X data ecosystem for the automotive industry with two new packages. The "Standard" package is for small and medium-sized businesses, offering 10 hours of consulting to help with setup, testing, and going live. The "Individual" package, for large...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/03

SERNAUTO and ANFAC launch Catena-X Spanish Hub for automotive value chain On November 20, the Spanish Association of Automobile and Truck Manufacturers (ANFAC) and the Spanish Association of Automotive Suppliers (SERNAUTO) launched the Catena-X Spanish Hub, which seeks to promote the digitalization of the automotive industry value chain in Spain. Catena-X is the automotive industry's international data-sharing alliance. The signing of this agreem...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/21

Catena-X, Germany announces new consortium “Catena NEXT” On August 28, Catena-X announced that it would introduce a new Consortium“Catena NEXT”. The Catena-X Automotive Network is an international alliance and a globally operated network that is building the first operating system for a data-driven global automotive value chain. Catena NEXT will focus on further improving and expanding the Catena-X universe. Catena NEXT will scale Catena-...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/29

EVE Energy Co., Ltd. China Chairman: Jincheng LIU -The Company is a Chinese supplier engaged in the development, production, and sale of consumer batteries (lithium batteries, small lithium-ion batteries) and drive batteries (general batteries and battery-systems for New Energy Vehicles and energy storage batteries). -The company's drive batteries use ternary materials or lithium iron phosphate as the positive electrode material. They are mainly ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2024/07/31

Hannover Messe 2024: Energizing a Sustainable Industry Catena-X, and Battery Passport: Data-sharing in the automotive industry Summary Catena-X: Consolidating data-sharing collaboration in the automotive industry Battery Passport: Transparency in the EV data to ensure safety, performance and promote circular economy   Hannover Messe is one of world's leading industrial technology trade shows, renowned as one of the most important platforms for s...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/06/04