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Motorola and Grupo Antolin Form Strategic
Alliance to Jointly Develop Interior Systems for the Automotive
Industry
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. AND
BURGOS, SPAIN, March 15, 2004 -- Motorola, Inc. and Grupo Antolin announced
today that they have signed a global agreement to integrate Motorola’s
in-vehicle interior electronics into Grupo Antolin’s systems portfolio.
The new relationship will provide automobile manufacturers with an easier and
more cost-effective way to source products for vehicles.
Motorola will embed its interior electronics
into Grupo Antolin’s systems portfolio including, Motorola’s seat
zone modules; door zone modules that control door lock and unlock, power window
and side-view mirrors; and overhead controls.
The strategic move enables Grupo Antolin and
Motorola to provide their customers with high-quality interior electronics, and
strengthen the supply chain for their respective customers by reducing the
number of suppliers.
“Grupo Antolin's
expert modular approach combined with Motorola's automotive and wireless
competencies will enhance driving comfort, convenience and safety. By working
together we are able to provide our customers with a unique approach to
automotive design in a cost-affordable manner and come to market faster,”
said Kieran O'Sullivan, vice president and general manager of Interior
Electronics for Motorola Automotive. “Together we will significantly
impact the next generation of vehicle interiors by reducing system
complexity and advance scalable architectures while delivering the quality
experience and value the automotive industry
demands."
Jose Manuel Temiño, Grupo
Antolin Chief Executive Officer explained: "This agreement provides
best-in-class electronics solutions for Grupo Antolin complete range of
products, which also means a further step to offering enlarged multi-functional
integrated systems according to the demand of the
OEMs.”
Grupo Antolin is a multinational
leader in the conception and manufacturing of interior automotive components and
modular systems. The company has a global presence and provides its products to
all major car manufacturers.
About Motorola
Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) is a global leader
in wireless, broadband and automotive communications technologies that help make
life smarter, safer, simpler, synchronized and fun. Sales in 2003 were U.S.
$27.1 billion. Motorola creates innovative technological solutions that benefit
people at home, at work and on the move. The company also is a progressive
corporate citizen dedicated to operating ethically, protecting the environment
and supporting the communities in which it does business. For more information:
www.motorola.com.
About
Grupo Antolin
Grupo Antolin is a multinational
leader in the design and manufacturing of automobile industry components. Its
origins go back to the 50’s, to the first company founded by the Antolin
family in Burgos (Spain). Grupo Antolin has consolidated itself as the world
leader in Overhead Systems, while taking a strong position on the global Door
Module market. It has also become the forerunner in technology for Light Seat
Function in the MPV segment. It has presence in 18 countries, through its 46
plants and 15 Technical-Commercial Offices and employs more than 7,500 people
with a Total Incomes, for 2002, of 1.058 billion
Euros.
For further data: www.grupoantolin.com
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Media
Contacts:
Sue
Frederick
Motorola
Automotive
248-994-7281
Sue.Frederick@motorola.com
Susana
Sancho
Grupo
Antolin
+34 947 47 78 39
susana.sancho@grupoantolin.com
MOTOROLA
and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office.
All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.
© Motorola, Inc.
2004.
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