On Jan 15, the Wuhan Economic and Technological Development Zone (WEDZ) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Mahle Holding (China) Co.
According to authorities, the partnership aims to deepen cooperation and foster development in new energy and intelligent connected vehicles, photovoltaic technology, and hydrogen internal combustion engines.
Since 2004, Mahle has established a presence in WEDZ, establishing Dongfeng Mahle Thermal Systems Co and Mahle Filter Systems (Hubei) Co. These companies provide localized automotive parts for vehicle manufacturers.
Franz, CEO of Mahle GmbH, noted that Mahle would use this agreement to catalyze cooperation with Wuhan and WEDZ, accelerating the industrial application of advanced technologies in hydrogen energy, wireless charging, and thermal management systems.
Founded in 1920 and headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, Mahle GmbH is a global leader in automotive development and component supply. Its products are found in half of all vehicles worldwide.
MAHLE Holding (China) Co serves as Mahle's headquarters in China. It produces and sells electric and mechatronic components, vehicle thermal management systems, and engine and filtration systems. Mahle GmbH currently operates 30 companies in 14 cities in China and achieved sales totaling nearly 13 billion yuan ($1.77 billion) in 2023.
