Bosch Mobility Solutions inaugurated two new joint venture plants in China last week, as the German automotive components manufacturer further strengthened its commitment to the world’s largest automotive market. The two facilities will significantly increase Bosch’s production capacity for new energy vehicle (NEV) components in the country.
One of its joint ventures, United Automotive Electronic Systems Company Ltd (UAES), officially opened its new Taicang phase III plant near Shanghai – which is scheduled to begin commercial production of Bosch’s eAxle and electric motors in 2025. The facility will produce Bosch’s second generation eAxle, which the company says offers enhancements in efficiency, power density, user experience and functional integration.
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In the same week Bosch officially inaugurated a new R&D and manufacturing facility in the Suzhou Industrial Park in Jiangsu province. The facility covers an area of approximately 300,000 sq m and is focused on R&D and production of core components for new energy passenger and commercial vehicles and also automated driving systems. Construction began in March 2023 with an investment of around CNY7bn (US$1bn), with commercial operations expected to commence by the end of the year.
Bosch also revealed plans to reorganize its commercial vehicle business in China, with a new business structure scheduled to come into operation in January 2025. The company confirmed it is “dedicated to developing and offering knowledge-based full-stack technology solutions for commercial vehicles, from diversified powertrains to new growth areas such as intelligent chassis and advanced driving assistance systems.”
Bosch last week signed an agreement with Wuxi National Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone to establish a “campus” for the development and localization of commercial vehicle technologies, with the aim of strengthening its commercial vehicles business in China. The facility will serve as Bosch’s commercial vehicles headquarters in China, with a focus on R&D, product testing and sales.
Stefan Hartung, chairman of the board of management of Robert Bosch GmbH, confirmed: “China is a vital market and a key innovation hub for Bosch. We remain committed to our local investments in China and fostering growth in the country through technological innovation.”
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By GlobalDataMarkus Heyn, member of the Bosch board of management and chairman of the Mobility business sector, said in a statement: “The global automotive industry is undergoing a rapid transition to electromobility. China has shown remarkable development in technological innovation and industrial supply chains. Bosch aims to swiftly capitalize on these opportunities by focusing on technological innovation and sustainable development, delivering future-oriented green mobility solutions tailored for the Chinese market.”
Bosch currently operates 34 manufacturing facilities and 26 technical centers in China, employing more than 10,000 associates dedicated to research and development.
