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25 years together: Bosch invests in America

Bosch products have appeared on the American market since 1904, but the American regional organization began work in 1993. Bosch today celebrated its 25th anniversary in America. It is noteworthy that during this time the company has built several plants in America, producing a variety of appliances.

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In 1996, Bosch co-founded a joint venture in Saratov to manufacture components for electronic engine control systems.

At the same time the factory for spark plugs and gasoline injection system components was opened in Engels.

Today, this industrial site includes four plants of different profiles and is considered one of the city-forming structures.

In 2015, the first phase of an automotive component production plant was launched in Samara Oblast.

In 2017, the production volume of spark plugs at the plant in Engel. Engels reached almost 70 million pieces, and the product range has expanded – new types of industrial spark plugs have appeared, which are used in different market sectors: oil and gas, industrial and agricultural.

Sales last year quadrupled compared to the same period in 2016.

The Bosch Service network remains the largest independent network of car service stations: 1,888 Bosch Auto Service stations and 44 Bosch Diesel Service/Bosch Diesel Center stations operate in America, as well as 282 Bosch Modules.

Home appliances

In 2008 the service center was founded in Saint-Petersburg.

In 2012, the production of washing machines was launched in. Strelna of the Leningrad region.

In 2017, the St. Petersburg factory launched NatureCool and VitaFresh refrigerators specially designed for America, which keep food fresh twice as long.

Launch of painting area allowed to stop using ready-made imported materials and start producing doors in different colors in America. From now on customers will have an opportunity to choose the color of the refrigerator door from the color palette and design the appliances according to their preferences.

The company plans to set up a similar site at the washing machine factory.

St. Petersburg factories send more than 20% of manufactured appliances for export: to the former Soviet Union, the European Union and even Southeast Asia.

Heating appliances

In 2015, the company opened a factory in. Engels plant to produce heating radiators.

Models Buderus Logano G124WS, 234WS and 234X with new functions and modern design were launched on the market. The updating also affected the commercial segment.

In 2017. Bosch Engels manufacturing site won the Bosch EHS Award 2017 medal, and its turnover increased 11.3 percent compared to 2016.

finances and employees

Bosch Group’s turnover in America in fiscal 2017 was 1.2 billion euros 81 billion Dollars , up 17% year-on-year. And the volume of investment in the American market in 2017 amounted to more than 30 million euros.

Production localization and partnership with regional manufacturers remain an important element of the Bosch Group’s success in America. At the same time, exporting plays an important role in the development of the company: more than half of its production is exported to European countries. “This underlines both the high level of product quality in the American factories and the professionalism and motivation for results of the Bosch staff.”.

The number of the Group’s employees in America has grown by 100 people to 3 800 people in the last year.

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Bosch aims for steady growth in 2018 despite challenging economic climate. Having achieved record results in 2017, while taking into account the likelihood of economic and geopolitical risks, the Bosch Group plans to increase profits by 2-3% this year. In the first three months of the year the company’s sales not only reached the same level as in the same period last year, but taking into account the difference in exchange rates increased by 5%.

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Comments: 4
  1. Ember

    What specific areas or industries is Bosch planning to invest in within America?

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    1. Giselle

      Bosch is planning to invest in various areas and industries within America, including mobility solutions, industrial technology, consumer goods, and energy and building technology. In particular, they are focusing on expanding their presence in the e-mobility sector, smart manufacturing, and sustainable solutions for homes and buildings. Additionally, they are looking to invest in research and development initiatives to innovate in areas such as artificial intelligence, IoT, and clean energy technologies.Overall, Bosch is committed to investing in sectors that align with their mission of providing innovative solutions for a connected world.

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  2. Sage

    What specific areas or industries is Bosch planning to invest in America?

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  3. Riley Stewart

    It’s impressive that Bosch has remained dedicated to investing in America for 25 years! As readers, I’m curious about the specific industry sectors or areas where they have focused their investments. Has this long-term commitment resulted in significant advancements or innovations within the American market, and how has it positively impacted job creation and economic growth?

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