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18/11/2011
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Delphi Automotive is substantially increasing its capacity in Tangier, Morocco, where it manufactures advanced wiring systems for vehicle manufacturers throughout Europe.
 Almost 1,200 new jobs were created since the beginning of the year and recruitment will continue into next year to support the growing demand for smaller, lighter, more efficient electrical/electronic distribution systems.
Delphi's first plant in Morocco was opened in Tangier in 1999 and a sister plant opened in the same city in 2008. Today, the two plants jointly employ over 7,200 people manufacturing electrical/electronic distribution systems in modern, purpose-built facilities. The new buildings will add 5,400 sqm for the manufacture of specialist sub-system harnesses and high-precision connection systems. The operations expect to manufacture full vehicle harnesses starting early next year.
The latest investment builds on Delphi's already substantial commitment to manufacturing in Morocco. New high-precision injection molding systems have been installed and the employee training program has been strengthened, providing a minimum of seven days of full-time training for machine operators and up to six months for more specialist positions.
The new facilities will be integrated into the Delphi Enterprise Operating System, which has been optimized to ensure the consistently accurate and environmentally responsible manufacture of today's sophisticated electrical/electronic distribution systems.
"Electrical/Electronic Architecture (E/EA) systems are critical to the efficient operation of every vehicle system. The complexity of E/EA systems and sub-systems are driven up as more features are added to help reduce emissions, improve safety and provide more comfort and convenience," explains Pietro Ottavis, managing director, Delphi Electrical/Electronic Distribution Systems Europe, Middle-East and Africa. "The growth of our facilities in Tangier is a complement to the success of our people in developing and manufacturing compact, lightweight technologies that help vehicle manufacturers successfully address these requirements."
Delphi's investments in Morocco have also been supported by various government entities. "We have an excellent relationship with the government of Morocco. We have also received great support from ANAPEC, the National Agency for Promoting Employment and Skills, to develop world-class manufacturing facilities staffed by highly skilled local people," says Jose Carlos Jimenez, managing director, Delphi Packard Electrical/Electronic Architecture, Morocco.
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John Challen
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