Expansion Opportunity Elastomer Solutions Group is actively expanding manufacturing capacity with a new US$15 million plant in Zacatecas, Mexico, signaling increased demand and potential procurement needs for rubber and polymer components across North America.

Global Footprint With four manufacturing plants in Portugal, Slovakia, Morocco, and Mexico plus a Full Service Development Center in Germany, there are opportunities to position them as a regional supplier of multi-material elastomer components to OEMs and Tier suppliers across continents.

Automotive Focus As a high-quality polymeric component and assembly provider for 1st and 2nd Tier and OEM customers, there is potential to cross-sell advanced rubber, thermoplastic, and 2K solutions to automotive manufacturers pursuing lightweight, durable, and cost-efficient parts.

Innovation & IP The portfolio includes patented solutions and comprehensive development services, suggesting opportunities to offer collaboration on new materials, process optimizations, or co-development programs to accelerate time-to-market for vehicle programs.

Industry Events Active participation in industry events such as Fakuma 2024 demonstrates engagement with international buyers; leverage these relationships to initiate conversations on supply continuity, customization capabilities, and early involvement in program launches.