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operations. We are achieving synergies through increased cooperation in administration,
development, purchasing, and assembly, and by applying standardized methods
and processes. We anticipate that the new Group structure will result in annual savings
of around € 10 million beginning in 2006.
The new organization will also increase our market muscle. Following the motto of
“one face to the customer,” we will in future serve the major automobile manufacturers
around the globe and across business units with a new key account structure. This
will allow us to coordinate our sales activities better, which in turn will strengthen our
position for winning contracts, generate greater transparency throughout the Group
about planned customer projects, and improve opportunities for cross-selling.
Comprehensive solutions expertise for the automotive industry and other sectors
Dürr is one of the world’s leading suppliers of production systems for the automotive
industry. In the past year, around 83% of the Group’s sales were achieved in this
sector. We have targeted and are utilizing opportunities for growth in other industries,
including mining and aircraft engineering.
Our range of products and services for the automotive industry covers important
stages of automobile production. As a systems supplier, we plan and build complete
paint shops and final assembly facilities. We also deliver cleaning and filtration
systems for the manufacture of engine and transmission components and balancing
systems for vehicle components.
The automotive industry is characterized by intense international competition. Automobile
manufacturers and parts suppliers not only have to face high cost pressures
but must also meet rising demands for quality and environmental compatibility. At
the same time, the pressure to innovate is also rising. In order to appeal to new
groups of buyers, the industry must continually put more model variations on the
market faster. This explains the demand for Dürr’s latest production technologies
despite slow motor vehicle sales in general. Our systems boost productivity and flexibility
in automobile manufacturing. They provide for higher levels of automation, better
quality, and outstanding environmental compatibility. Our range of products and
services covers everything from planning automotive plants and production processes
to supplying individual products and complete systems to modernization. We also
supply spare parts and customer service.
Competition and price pressure in business with the automotive industry are intensifying.
But with the following measures, we are well equipped to meet this challenge:
Greater proximity to customers and efficiency: The new Group structure will give
our organization more muscle.
Sustained cost reductions: We are improving our cost position and
competitiveness with the earnings enhancement program.
Reducing order handling risks: We have launched a comprehensive risk prevention
program entitled “Total Risk Management.” The key features are the centralization
of responsibilities, targeted risk assessment prior to project approval, and complete
project controlling.