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GERMANY: Metalworking unions threaten all-out strike unless pay offer improved
4 May 2012
A massive series of metalworker warning strikes is continuing to rock Germany today (4 May) with unions mooting all-out industrial action unless demands for an improved pay offer are met.
INDIA: Valeo-Anand JV targets aftermarket
4 April 2012
Valeo Service India Auto Parts, a new Valeo-Anand joint venture, will distribute products made by both groups in the independent aftermarket across India, under the Valeo brand name.
INTERVIEW: Retiring CLEPA CEO Lars Holmqvist: Part 1
3 April 2012
After eight hugely influential years at the helm of one of Europe's most powerful lobbying bodies, Lars Holmqvist is stepping down as supplier body CLEPA CEO to concentrate on other automotive projects. In the first part of two interviews, Holmqvist, a man who when he phones European Commission (EC) president, Jose Manuel Barrow, the phone is picked up, talks to Simon Warburton in his Brussels office before handing over the reins to former PSA board member, Jean-Marc Gales.
FRANCE: Valeo boosts net income 17% in 2011
23 March 2012
Tier one components supplier Valeo has booked a 17% rise in net income to EUR427m and operating margin of 6.5% on sales up 13% to EUR10.9bn.
CHINA: Valeo takes 80% stake in Chery Automobile's Ruby
3 January 2012
Valeo has acquired an 80% shareholding in lighting specialist company Ruby, from Chery Technology, a subsidiary of Chinese automaker Chery Automobile.
UK: Valeo buys Variable Torque Enhancement System from CPT
6 December 2011
Valeo has purchased the Variable Torque Enhancement System (VTES) business of British automotive technology development company, Controlled Power Technologies (CPT).
CHINA: Chery goes after Europe with new brand
28 November 2011
Chery Auto and Israel's largest firm launch Qoros, a new car company.
RESEARCH SNAPSHOT: 'Stop-start' systems
25 October 2011
In this extract from just-auto's QUBE research on electric vehicle technologies, we take a quick look at so-called stop-start systems. Do you know, for example, that Mazda's solution does not involve the starter motor or that stop-start has been a non-starter in North America?
FRANCE: Valeo upbeat for 2012
21 October 2011
Valeo has an upbeat outlook for next year after reporting a 14% rise in third-quarter sales thanks in part to its expanding activities in emerging markets.
IRAN: IKCO to launch fuel efficient Peugeot 405 SLX
17 October 2011
Keeping up with the Iranian government's policies for producing fuel efficient cars, IKCO intends to launch the Peugeot 405 with TU5 diesel engine.
INDIA: Taurus Flexibles inks JV with Spaniards
3 October 2011
Indian automotive tube and hose maker Taurus Flexibles has agreed a strategic tie-up with Spain's Cikautxo and Mondragon co-ops to make rubber and plastic hoses for both domestic and export markets.
FRANCE: Valeo buying back EUR22.5m in shares
7 September 2011
Valeo is buying back 670,000 shares worth EUR22.5m, it said in a statement.
FRANCE: Valeo receives subpoena from US anti-trust authorities
26 July 2011
Valeo says one of its divisions has received a subpoena from the anti-trust division of the US Department of Justice asking for documents and information.
BELGIUM: CLEPA Light.Sight.Safety initiative chairman appointed
17 June 2011
European supplier association CLEPA has appointed Lex Krzyzanowski as chairman of its 'Light.Sight.Safety' initiative for the period 2011-2012.
INTERVIEW: Valeo R&D director Guillaume Devauchelle on earthquakes and efficiency
24 May 2011
French components supplier Valeo was at last week's Challenge Bibendum sustainable mobility event in Berlin and outlined some of its energy thinking as well as the continuing impact of March's devastating Japanese earthquake whose effects continue to reverberate around the supply chain world. Valeo Group research & development director Guillaume Devauchelle talked to Simon Warburton in the German capital.
INTERVIEW: New Shell chief scientist mobility Wolfgang Warnecke
20 May 2011
Shell announced the appointment of its new chief scientist for mobility, Wolfgang Warnecke on the opening day of this year's Challenge Bibendum event in Berlin. He talked to Simon Warburton about his new role and the challenges facing the energy giant that is increasingly becoming involved with gas as well as oil.
FRANCE: Valeo completes debt restructure
12 May 2011
Valeo has announced the successful placement of EUR500m of new bonds with maturity in 2018 and the final result of its offer to repurchase notes with maturity in 2013 for a principal amount of EUR200m.
SHANGHAI: Suppliers see growth opportunities in China
20 April 2011
It's still boom time in China not only for vehicle makers but western component suppliers as well. TRW of the US believes its sales in the country will more than double in two years, France’s Valeo also aims to double sales over the next five years while Schaeffler of Germany expects its China sales to grow between 30 to 40% this year.
CHINA: Valeo starts new electronics centre/wiper systems plant
4 April 2011
Valeo has inaugurated a global electronics expertise centre in Shenzhen and a wiper systems production plant in Wenling, China last week
FRANCE: Valeo swings back to net profit
25 February 2011
Valeo swung to net profit in 2010. The group recorded a net profit of EUR365m, compared with a 2009 net loss of EUR153m.
JAPAN: Valeo to acquire Niles for $320m
23 February 2011
Valeo has announced today (23 February) the acquisition of Japanese automotive supplier Niles for EUR320m (US$438m
RESEARCH ANALYSIS: Wiper trends
4 February 2011
For some time, the flat wiper blade has dominated the market driven by the need for improved product quality, comfort and aesthetics. Matthew Beecham reports on the implications for the aftermarket.
FRANCE: Ministers paint bleak outlook for auto industry
1 November 2010
French automotive suppliers may need help from local authorities as the industry continues to struggle into next year, according to government ministers.
FRANCE: Valeo raises full year guidance after Q3 results
22 October 2010
Valeo has increased its full year guidance for operating margins and production levels, following the release of its third quarter results.
FRANCE: Valeo sees faster than expected recovery
27 September 2010
Valeo on Monday said it now expects global automotive production to recover at a faster rate than forecast last July. It now sees a 19% year on year increase for full year 2010 versus 16% predicted.
PARIS PREVIEW: Valeo to present innovations on an electric show car
22 September 2010
Valeo says it will present an electric show car at the Paris Motor Show.
FRANCE: Valeo back in black for first half
28 July 2010
Valeo boosted first half operating income to EUR292m in 2010 versus a EUR51m loss a year ago.
FIRST LOOK: Peugeot 508 to be built in France and China
13 July 2010
Peugeot's new 508 introduces the brand's 'new design look' heralded by the SR1 concept, will have new e-HDi and HYbrid 4 technology and will be built both in France and China. Like its 407 predecessor, it will be offered in sedan or wagon forms.
RESEARCH ANALYSIS: Review of front-end modules
14 June 2010
What is a front-end module? It depends who makes it and for whom. Front-end modules typically encompass the bumper, headlights, radiator and various others parts. Matthew Beecham reviews some notable trends and developments in this arena.
FRANCE: Valeo launches new generation stop-start with PSA
10 June 2010
Valeo’s second generation stop-start system will be launched by PSA Peugeot Citroën in the third quarter of 2010.
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Valeo SA (Valeo) is principally engaged in designing, production and sale of components, systems and modules for trucks and automobiles. The company supplies its products to the original equipment and the aftermarket. Valeo operates 120 plants, 21 research, 40 development centers and 10 distribution platforms. The business segments of the company include comfort and driving assistance systems, powertrain systems, thermal systems, and visibility systems. The customers of the company among the original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s) include PSA Peugeot Citroen, Renault Nissan, DaimlerChrysler, Volvo, Volkswagen, Mitsubishi, Fiat and Paccar.
