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February 2021 edition

ASIA AUTOMOTIVE
KPMG China Leading Autotech 50 - 4th Edition

Apple Car could be made by Japanese company, 'at least six' manufacturers in play

Union Budget 2021: Key amendments impacting Automotive sector (download report)

Asian chipmakers rush to boost production to meet global shortage

Chinese auto sales up 29.5% in January

China's NEV sales hit record in January

Tencent hit with fresh anti-monolopy complaint, this time from GM China venture

INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Shruti Vaidyanathan, Transportation Program Director, ACEEE (American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy), who oversees research on vehicle efficiency and system-wide transportation efficiency. She has 10 years’ experience in transportation efficiency issues and her work has most recently focused on passenger and freight mobility best practices at the state and local levels and the role of emerging mobility options and autonomous vehicles in sustainable urban transportation systems.
Listen to Shruti Vaidyanathan Interview here
ASIA AUTOMOTIVE (continued) ...


South Korea: EV subsidies or stimulus for local OEMs

ASEAN auto sales fell 32% to 2.14m units in 11 months

Japanese carmakers reopen manufacturing plants in Myanmar

Customer complaints and recalls are souring Tesla’s cozy relationship with China

Toyota receives 2,819 US patents in 2020

BYD tops patent ranking for NEV brands in China

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ETAuto Originals: Product defines brands in Indian auto industry

Foxconn Taiwan auto JV aims to roll out EV bus in October: Source

Indian Automotive Industry: Shifting gears from crisis to cautious optimism

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
This Interview features Philippe Thegner, Senior Advisor at the Strategic and Investment Advisory firm Automobility, and Chairman of the Automotive Aftermarket Supplier Association’s China Aftermarket Forum, the main aftermarket supplier association in China since 2014, acting as Chairman since 2018.
Listen to Philippe Thegner Interview here
This Interview features Quan Bill Yang and Mitch Zajac, both of Butzel Long’s Detroit office. Mr. Yang concentrates his practice in commercial litigation supporting, international merger and acquisition, regulatory compliance, and transactional negotiations. Mr. Zajac concentrates his work in the areas of automotive, intellectual property, regulatory and emissions compliance. He is also a registered patent attorney with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

China tightens rare-earth regulations, policing entire supply chain

Container priority-loading premium the new normal in Asia as shippers struggle for space

Asia-Pacific countries dominate Agility emerging markets index

India, ASEAN Agree to Review FTA Scope, Address Uneven Market Access

US and Taiwanese companies vow to collaborate on chip supply chain

Asean electronics companies still lag China in climbing global value chain: report

Post-Brexit Britain Has a Lack of Asian Trade Agreements, but There Are Opportunities in ASEAN and China for British Investors

Budget 2021: 5 reasons why Indian logistics industry is happy

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VIRTUAL: AUTO INDUSTRY CERTIFICATE (Feb. 11 - Dec. 2) by Wayne State University & AIAG
"8th Annual Auto Industry Certificate in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management – 2021"
To learn more or to register, visit here.
MANUFACTURING & ECONOMY

Asian factories have mixed performance as pandemic impact lingers

Manufacturing or high-tech? This is what India’s most prosperous states focus on

Impacts of the EU-China Comprehensive Agreement on Investment

India: Manufacturing for the World

Make in Vietnam | 2020 Edition: Vietnam Manufacturing & Market Entry

China Economic Monitor: Q1 2021

Is India the next global manufacturing hub?

South Korea’s Struggle to Bring Manufacturing Home

Here’s how Indian manufacturing is embracing digital

GLOBAL MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS

U.S. COMPANY FOR SALE:
30+ year old US-based material handling automation equipment systems integrator would like to sell to a buyer who can utilize their capabilities to generate $50,000,000 in revenue. Currently the company is operating at $30,000,000 in revenue. The companies has a talented team of engineers, designer, and component manufacturers. The company offers standard products and can produce custom components to meet any material handling challenge in a manufacturing environment.

INDIA AUTO SUPPLIER FOR SALE:
India-based automotive supplier (one of the largest manufacturers of sheet metal components in India) is seeking to be acquired. Revenues $42 million, and EBITDA of (-$1.4 million).

INDIA MACHINERY SUPPLIER FOR SALE:
Well-established, India-based manufacturing supplier of machinery for global automotive and other industries. Company holds patents for 11 basic and 23 derivative models of CNC Machines, and has partnerships/JVs with Italian and Czech Republic based firms.

TURKISH AUTO LEASE PROJECT:
Long-term debt investment of 35 million euros sought to finance growth of a market leader in the Turkish passenger car rental industry. Funds to be used for (a) refinance loans amounting 11 million euros, and (b) acquire new fleet of 24 million euros to satisfy increasing market demand.

LOOKING TO BUY COMPANY:
A Global Automotive Parts Manufacturer is looking to purchase a Manufacturer of Aluminum Automotive Components and Assemblies with an EBITDA between $1 and $5 Million.


To learn more about the above and other opportunities, contact:
Ron Hesse - RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com

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FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

Owed a LITTLE Money by Your Chinese Manufacturer? Good Luck with That

Doing Business in India Guide

China: VAT Essentials Guide 2021

India Tax Insights - Jan. 2021

China Product Development: Manufacturing Rights are Key

M&A Trends in Thailand | Q4 2020

Japan's households, firms continue to hoard cash as pandemic pain persists

HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Japan mulls four-day working week amid COVID pandemic

The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on potential income and employment in India

Robots and employment: Evidence from Japan, 1978-2017

Indian CEOs have a new challenge — employees working from anywhere in the remote era

The Failed Promise of Workplace Equality in Japan: A View from the Trenches

Deaths, self-immolation draw scrutiny on China tech giants

New labour codes to allow 4-day work week

This Interview “As Global Travel Returns to Auto Industry: Protecting You, Your Family, and Employees” features Allen C. Koski. Mr. Koski is President of Insured Nomads, the first insurtech in global benefits. Previously Allen was a Senior Vice President at United Healthcare Global and prior to that instrumental in the growth and development of Cigna Global in roles that ranged across sales and sales leadership.
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EVENTS

VIRTUAL: Auto Industry Certificate (Feb. 11 - Dec. 2) by Wayne State University & AIAG
"8th Annual Auto Industry Certificate in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management – 2021"
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VIRTUAL (March 10): By Wards Intelligence
"Wards Intelligence Outlook Conference"
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VIRTUAL Event (March 16-17): By ETAuto.com
"EV Conclave: Rising From Uncertainties"
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