46 LISI - 2025 Integrated Report PERFORMANCE CHINA LISI AUTOMOTIVE TURNS COMPETITIVE PRESSURE INTO AN INDUSTRIAL EDGE MARKET This local competition acts as a strong catalyst, reinforcing the imperative of operational excellence. In Suzhou, LISI AUTOMOTIVE is continuing to advance its automation and process optimization strategy in order to reduce costs while ensuring quality. “Competition in China is a key strategic factor, but also a catalyst for advancing our industrial roadmap,” notes Wes Gardocki, CEO, LISI AUTOMOTIVE Termax. The recognized industrial competitiveness of LISI Group’s sites enables With nearly one-third of global automotive production, China offers significant opportunities. It is also a highly pricecompetitive market. The challenge is to strike a balance between cost competitiveness and the creation of technological value in a market that is both strategic and demanding. the LISI AUTOMOTIVE division to address a broad range of platforms — electric, hybrid, and internal combustion — while strengthening its partnerships with major suppliers and new energy vehicle manufacturers. The objective is clear: to support the transformation of the Chinese market while securing volumes across both established and emerging programs. CRITICAL COMPONENTS: THE VALUE OF KNOW-HOW LISI leverages its core strengths by drawing on differentiated expertise and focusing on high valueadded products. At LISI AUTOMOTIVE Shanghai, the Safety Mechanical Components (SMC) Business Group deploys product families historically developed in Europe, characterized by high technical complexity and stringent reliability requirements. “The transfer of know-how to our Chinese facility enables us to deliver highly complex products at competitive cost levels,” explains Martin Beley, Senior VP General Manager of the Safety Mechanical Components Business Group, cited Competition in China is a key strategic factor, but also a catalyst for advancing our industrial roadmap. Wes Gardocki, Chief Executive Officer LISI AUTOMOTIVE Termax.
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MTEyMTU=