Mercedes has reorganized its European van production network in preparation for the 39;use of the new VAN.EA platform which will allow the to build medium and large electric vans. The novelty more An important part of this reorganization concerns the suspension of the collaboration agreement with Rivian which was to result in a joint venture to produce electric vans together in a plant in Central-Eastern Europe.< /p>
In particular, these vehicles should have been built at a new plant in Jawor, Poland. The collaboration plan, however, is not in order. been suspended indefinitely. Why?
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Mercedes explains that the project ; been suspended due to the "continuous reprioritization of the project’ of projects by Rivian”. The American company makes it known that it intends to focus on its customers and on the activities of the company. commercial existing in the United States.
At this time, we feel that focusing on our business is the best way to go. existing business, you represent the opportunity to short-term plus; interesting to maximize the value for Rivian.
Recall that on the commercial front, Rivian has a supply contract for as many as 100,000 electric vans to be delivered to Amazon for its activities. of logistics. Given the difficulties faced, the American brand probably preferred focus more on programs already in place. launched without wasting resources and energy in further projects.
The stop, at least momentarily, of the collaboration between the two companies, will not have any impact. however repercussions for the plans of Mercedes. The German manufacturer will make; however, the new Polish plant and, in this regard, has already; made it known that he has signed a memorandum of understanding with the government of this country and with other Polish partners. Currently, at Jawor Mercedes produces combustion engines and batteries.
In addition to Jawor, electric vans will be built in Duesseldorf, Germany; Ludwigsfelde, Germany; and in Victoria, Spain. The small vans (Citan, T-Class) will continue to be built by Renault at its factory in Maubeuge, France.
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