Actual Status of the Cluster

• Every OEM faces difficulties reaching the required local content in Russia
• Mono-dependency between OEM and supplier is economical not possible in the long run and carries risks
• The few local suppliers are not capable of the OEMs usual vertical integration
• For the collective development of the russian market, OEMs and selected suppliers are formulating an appropriate common strategy
• 20 companies are actually participating in the discussion: OEMs and suppliers (sheet metal, plastics, drive, logistic, services)
• Actally the future demands are calculated and the required technologies are identfied, paint and logistic concepts are developed
• The target regions for the cluster are defined,choosing the form of cooperation will follow in 1st/2nd quarter 2014