Valeo
Valeo is a global automotive supplier with a significant presence in China, Mexico, Italy, India, Egypt, and the USA, focusing on innovative solutions in visibility, powertrain, thermal systems, and driving assistance.
Valeo's Presence in China
Valeo has a robust presence in China with 31 plants, 11 Research and Development centers, and close to 19,000 employees. The company's initial production sites in the country were set up in Wenling for Wiper Systems and in Shashi for Climate Control. Valeo further expanded its footprint by opening its first R&D center for Lighting Systems in Wuhan in 2004. The company also runs a joint lab with Jiaotong University, focusing on enhancing its mobility ecosystem.
Valeo's Operations in Mexico
Valeo's Powertrain Systems plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, is dedicated to developing solutions aimed at reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Valeo operates a dozen production plants across the country, employing over 13,000 people. Additionally, the company maintains three Development centers, emphasizing advancements in automotive technologies.
Valeo in Italy
Valeo's operations in Italy include a site in Pianezza which specializes in Visibility Systems. This site supplies quality solutions to several luxury automakers. The company's first plant in Italy was established in Mondovì in 1965, marking the start of a long-term commitment to the region.
Valeo's Development Hub in India
Valeo's Development Center in Chennai, India, serves as a global hub for various engineering activities. The center employs thousands of engineers involved in Mechanical Design, Simulation, Embedded Software Development, Vision Systems Software, and Hardware & Functional Safety Design. This facility plays a crucial role in advancing Valeo's technological capabilities.
Valeo's R&D Excellence in Egypt
The R&D excellence center of Valeo in Egypt is responsible for developing 50% of the Group's software production worldwide. This site focuses on the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software modules for the automotive industry, contributing significantly to Valeo's global operations.