Johnson Controls Plans Further Production Expansion in China

Johnson Controls Plans Further Production Expansion in China

FRANKFURT, Germany, September 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Presence in China will get stronger with 11 new production facilities

    Johnson Controls, a global leader in automotive seating, seating components,
automotive electronics, and interiors, will expand in China: After 16 years of continuous
growth, Johnson Controls Automotive Experience plans to increase its number of production
locations from 57 to 68 in China over the next few years.

    "We are focusing on innovative complete interior solutions in China that anticipate
market needs and meet customer expectations in terms of differentiation, comfort, safety,
and sustainability," said Johannes Roters, group vice president and general manager China,
Johnson Controls Automotive Experience. "This will enable us to help our customers
increase their market share in China and achieve economic success. Out of all
international suppliers, our company has the strongest presence in China and has a
comprehensive product portfolio with vertical integration and efficient processes. In
addition, we are the industry leader in industrial design and development."

    Thanks to strategic partnerships with Chinese partners, Johnson Controls Automotive
Experience is very well positioned in the growth market of China, recording sales of
approximately US $4.6 billion in 2012 and employing nearly 25,000 people (including joint
ventures) in the country.

    Since beginning operations in China in 1997, the company has continuously expanded its
activities in the country. Johnson Controls Automotive Experience is now engaged in 32
joint ventures with 24 strategic partners. The company operates 57 production plants in 27
cities in China, a number that is expected to increase to 68 over the next few years.

    The automotive supplier is highly vertically integrated in China. Besides its
extensive manufacturing footprint, Johnson Controls operates ten engineering sites in
eight Chinese cities. With more than 1,150 engineers and 44 designers, the company has
established expert capabilities in design, development, engineering, and product safety
testing.

    Over the last 16 years, Johnson Controls' two biggest Chinese joint ventures -
Shanghai Yanfeng Johnson Controls Seating Co., Ltd. (YFJC) and Changchun FAWAY-Johnson
Controls Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. (FJC) have become fully fledged technology
providers. Both supply customers with products characterized by their high-quality design,
superior craftsmanship and innovative engineering solutions. Reliable quality assurance
and production processes complete the range of services.

    Johnson Controls supports the growth of both local and international automakers in
China. The company locally supplies comprehensive interior solutions, including design,
development, and production. It also offers products and solutions from its global
production network in Chinese locations.

    Johnson Controls will present its innovations from Sept. 12-22, 2013, at the
International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, Germany, in Hall 5.1, Booth B28.

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    Facts and figures about Johnson Controls Automotive Experience in China

       
        In China since                   1997
        China headquarters               9th Floor, Building B
                                         SOHO Zhongshan Plaza
                                         1065 West Zhongshan Road
                                         Shanghai 200051, China
        Group vice president and general
        manager China
                                         Johannes Roters
                                         
        Sales (fiscal year 2012)
        Employees (including joint
        ventures)                        US $4.6 billion

                                         
        Manufacturing sites today        25,000

        Planned manufacturing sites in   57
        the future

        Engineering sites                68
                                         10 sites in 8 cities: Shanghai
                                         (3 sites), Changchun, Beijing,
                                         Shenyang, Guangzhou, Chongqing,
                                         Kunshan, Wuhu
                                         More than 1,150
        Engineers                        44
        Designers                        Design, development,
        Capabilities                     engineering, prototype, testing
                                         for automotive seating,
                                         interiors, and electronics
                                         products.
       
         Joint ventures                  32 (with a total of 24 strategic
                                         partners)
         Biggest joint ventures          Shanghai Yanfeng Johnson
                                         Controls Seating Co., Ltd.
                                         (YFJC)
                                         logical implication manufactures
                                         complete seat systems and
                                         components, as well as overhead
                                         solutions
                                         Changchun FAWAY-Johnson Controls
                                         Automotive Systems Co., Ltd.
                                         (FJC)
                                         logical implication manufactures
                                         complete seat systems and
                                         components, as well as total
                                         interiors products
          Products                       Complete seat systems
          Automotive Seating             Seating components (metal
          Automotive Interiors           structures, mechanisms, foam,
                                         fabrics, trim)
                                         Instrument panels
                                         Floor consoles
                                         Door panels
                                         Headliners
                                         Overhead systems

          Automotive Electronics         Overhead consoles

                                         Sun visors
                               
                                         Integrated interiors
                                         Driver information
                                         Infotainment and connectivity
                                         Body electronics

          Customers                      All major international and
                                         national automakers present in China

    About Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving
customers in more than 150 countries. Our 168,000 employees create quality products,
services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings;
lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles;
and interior systems for automobiles. Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our
roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat. Through our
growth strategies and by increasing market share we are committed to delivering value to
shareholders and making our customers successful.

    About Johnson Controls Automotive Experience
Johnson Controls Automotive Experience is a global leader in automotive seating, overhead
systems, door and instrument panels, and interior electronics. We support all major
automakers in the differentiation of their vehicles through our products, technologies and
advanced manufacturing capabilities. With more than 240 plants worldwide, we are where our
customers need us to be. Consumers have enjoyed the comfort and style of our products,
from single components to complete interiors. With our global capability we supply more
than 50 million cars per year.

       
        For more information, please contact:
        Johnson Controls GmbH
        Automotive Seating
        Industriestrasse 20-30
        51399 Burscheid, Germany

        Ulrich Andree
        Tel.: +49-2174-65-4343
        E-mail: ulrich.andree@jci.com

        Oliver Herkert
        Tel.: +49-2174-65-4348
        E-mail: oliver.herkert@jci.com

        Johnson Controls Interiors Management GmbH
        Automotive Electronics & Interiors
        Jagenbergstrasse 1
        41468 Neuss, Germany

        Astrid Schafmeister
        Tel.: +49-2131-609-3028
        E-mail: astrid.schafmeister@jci.com
        Internet: http://www.johnsoncontrols.co.uk

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Johnson Controls Automotive Experience