- Doubles production area in Hangzhou plant
- Enlarges product portfolio
- Expects 18% associate growth in 2010
March 4, 2010, Hangzhou – Bosch Packaging Technology, one of the leading suppliers of holistic systems for packaging and process technology, recently completed the expansion of its Hangzhou plant. The expansion enables the plant to significantly increase its production capability and extend its product portfolio in China.
With an investment of 8 million RMB, Bosch Packaging Technology doubles its production area in Hangzhou plant to 9,000 sqm. Built in 2006, the plant provides products and services for the pharmaceutical, confectionary and food industries. Recently the product portfolio has been enlarged by Pure Steam Generators, Waterstills and Autoclaves.
“China is an important market for Bosch Packaging. Our future success depends on successful positioning in a growth market like China. Our sales in emerging markets generate around a quarter of total sales”, commented Mr. Klefenz, President of Bosch Packaging Technology. “We are the leading solution provider and we are continuously extending our product portfolio along the value chain of customers in the growth regions.”
“Since the establishment of Bosch Packaging Hangzhou in 2001, we have been consecutively increasing our presence in the market. In 2009, the number of our associates in China rose by 16%, and we are planning to increase our workforce by an additional 18% in 2010 to reach the associate number of 270”, promised Mr. Haecki, General Manager of Bosch Packaging Hangzhou.
Research and development are significant activities for Bosch’s Hangzhou plant. By taking account of the market needs in the region and incorporating innovative production principles from other Bosch units, the plant is positioned to deliver top quality products and services to customers. Moreover, it offers global expertise and the latest state of the art technology to local industries.
“80% of our customers are local Chinese companies. More than before, the expanded facility will enhance our local production and innovation capability” said Mr. Haecki. For the pharmaceutical industry, the company launched the high speed capsule filling machines GKF705, 1505 and 3005, and high speed vial filling lines with high speed cartoning for injectables. For the confectionary industry, the new products covered high capacity candy production lines, beaters, belt coaters and extruders.
“The expansion not only benefits to the local economic development in Hangzhou, but also helps us provide more contribution to the Chinese pharmaceutical industries and the country’s health system,” said Mr. Haecki.
Also in China, Bosch Packaging does not forget his social responsibility. A lot of charity activities have been organized locally since 2001. The yearly Orphan Day was designed to help the orphans at the age of 3 to 10 to live a normal life in their given environment. Other projects foster young talents by providing internships, training programs and career opportunities, especially for poor students.
About Bosch Packaging Technology (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd
Bosch Packaging Technology (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd was established as an entirely foreign owned company in April of 2001, in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. In January of 2002, the company produced the first GKF 700 for pharmaceutical industry, and later in June of 2003 was the first bag form fill and seal machine for food industry. In September of 2003, the company established its own sales, marketing and after service team in mainland China. In 2005 the business unit “Confectionary” started the design and manufacturing of machines for the confectionary-industry. One year later the company moved to the Hangzhou Economic and Technological Development Area. The move to the new facility provided adequate capability for a significant increase in production volume. Another major step towards an extended portfolio of machines for the pharmaceutical industry has been done in January 2007, where the production of liquid filling lines for sterile applications has been started in Hangzhou.
Bosch Packaging Technology (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd occupies 35,000 square meters, of several hundreds dedicated associates in Hangzhou and is the biggest Bosch Packaging plant in Asia.
About Bosch Packaging TechnologyM
Bosch Packaging Technology, based in Waiblingen (Germany), is one of the leading suppliers for holistic systems for packaging and process technology. In 16 countries worldwide the company develops, produces and distributes modules and systems for the pharmaceutical, confectionery, and cosmetics industries, as well as other food and non-food industries. In 2009, 4,800 associates achieved a turnover of approximately 702 million euros. For more information, please visit www.boschpackaging.com
About Bosch in China
Bosch founded its first trading office in China as early as 1909. In 1926, the first car service workshop opened in Shanghai. Today, all Bosch business sectors are present in China: Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology and Consumer Goods and Building Technology. The company operates 44 legal entities in China and has a holding company in Shanghai. Consolidated sales in China reached 2.2 billion euros in 2008. Some 20,200 Bosch associates in all legal entities and facilities are committed to bringing to Chinese customers the latest technology as well as the most reliable services to help improve their quality of life.
About the Bosch Group
The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In the areas
of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology,
some 280,000 associates generated sales of 45.1 billion euros in fiscal 2008. The Bosch
Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its more than 300 subsidiaries and regional companies in over 60 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for further growth. Each year, Bosch spends more than 3.5 billion euros, or eight percent of its sales revenue, for research and development, and applies for over 3,000 patents worldwide. With all its products and services, Bosch enhances the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial.
The company was set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) as "Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering." The special ownership structure of Robert Bosch GmbH guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant up-front investments in the safeguarding of its future. Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The majority of voting rights are held by Robert Bosch Industrietreuhand KG, an industrial trust. The entrepreneurial ownership functions are carried out by the trust. The remaining shares are held by the Bosch family and by Robert Bosch GmbH.
Additional information can be accessed at www.bosch.com.cn
News source：Bosch China
Publish date：March 2010
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