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APRIL 2022 edition

EUROPE & UK AUTOMOTIVE
Interactive map – Automobile assembly and production plants in Europe

European carmakers lag behind on startup investments

The EU's risky dependency on critical Chinese metals

Raw materials: why Europe needs to ramp up its battery game

Ukraine war: German auto industry alarmed over lack of raw materials

How Russia’s war is cutting global auto production

Russia Looks to Shore Up Automotive Market Amid Sanctions
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Les Glick, co-chair of the Butzel Long International Trade and Customs Specialty team, based in their Washington DC Office. He is the author of 5 books, including on NAFTA and USMCA, and has given a series of seminars on the same topic. He is active in importer response to new tariffs under sections 232 and 301 (having filed over 50 exclusion requests for clients) as well as complex customs country of origin rulings and handled many antidumping and countervailing duty cases on behalf of auto parts producers.. He works with US importers and exporters from the top 10 automotive producing countries, including Mexico and Italy.
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EUROPE & UK AUTOMOTIVE (continued)

Economic and Market Report: state of the EU auto industry – Full-year 2021

The challenge of getting everyone on board for electric vehicles in Slovakia and Czechia

Computers on Wheels: Automated Vehicles and Cybersecurity Risks in Europe

UK car production falls for eighth consecutive month as global chip shortage persist

The UK's new EV charging vision: 300,000 stations by 2030

Automotive sector in favour of relocating car manufacturing to UK

Autonomous vehicles will end road deaths in Europe, says Slovenian minister

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Limitations of ADAS, V2V and V2X Communications

Helsinki’s Automotive Mobility Test Facility Opens
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
IP and Trademark Protection In The Global Marketplace
This Interview features Fred Rocafort, a former diplomat who joined Harris Bricken after more than a decade of international legal experience, primarily in China, Vietnam, and Thailand. His wide range of experience includes starting and operating his own business in Asia, working ...

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Update & Outlook 2022: The India Auto Parts Manufacturing Industry
The latest Audio Interview features Vinnie Mehta, Director General of ACMA, the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India. Its membership of over 850 manufacturers contributes more than 85% of the auto component industry’s turnover in the organized sector ...

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ACCESS OVER 250 AUDIO INTERVIEWS - PODCASTS
Listen to over 250 Audio Interviews with Experts on global automotive related topics such as HR, supply chain, legal, finance, M&A, markets and more:
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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

EU to introduce new supply chain laws

New Manufacturing Rules Focus on Human Rights in the Supply Chain

Where next for European logistics?

Driving a strong EU-UK relationship

Study highlights environmental complexities of shifting European short-haul flying to rail

Tracking the air cargo industry's response to Russia's war on Ukraine

Airbus urges EU leaders not to sanction Russian titanium

ESPO Calls for Uniform Application of the EU Port Ban on Russian Ships

Top 5 Ports in Europe 2021
RECORDED WEBINARS

MOVING YOUR MANUFACTURING FROM CHINA TO MEXICO
Want to know more about what moving your manufacturing from China to Mexico really involves? If you do, watch this webinar that will focus on exactly that ...

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SOURCING TO MEXICO
Reduce costs and shorten supply chains in North America. Perfect for both Aftermarket and OE suppliers! Learn the 5-step process for sourcing to Mexico, along with lessons learned from recent Mexico sourcing projects ...

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FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

European Union: The Unified Patents Court and Unitary Patent - Are we nearly there yet?

CMS: European M&A bounced back to pre-pandemic levels, with a return to more standard seller and buyer positions

Poland vetoes international tax agreement while all eyes are on France’s presidential elections

Updates to the EU list of non-cooperative jurisdictions

The Netherlands, England and Wales: Post Brexit mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments

Dual Listings of Swedish Listed Companies on Nasdaq in the United States

German Tax Monthly April 2022

Belgium: Ahead of Tax - Transfer pricing Audits - How best to get prepared (Webinar)

Tax Alert: European Commission endorsed mandatory e-invoicing in Poland
GLOBAL M&A & FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

FOR SALE:
  • AUSTRALIA: Automotive Aftermarket Accessories Business
  • TURKEY: Auto Parts Manufacturing Supplier
  • TURKEY: Metal-Alloyed Spare Parts Production Company
  • ARGENTINA: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • USA: Automotive and Aftermarket Manufacturer - SOLD
  • VIETNAM: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • ASIA: Automotive and Components Supplier
  • ASIA: Industrial Equipment, Chemical, Agricultural Equipment Distributor
  • VIETNAM: Largest Truck Logistics Company
  • INDIA: Automotive Supplier - SOLD
  • USA: Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
  • INDIA: Machining Supplier

LOOKING TO BUY:
  • U.S. EV Motor or EV Motor Controller Supplier
  • Multinational Automotive OEM Spare Parts Manufacturers (Looking to Buy or Invest)
  • Machining or Ductile Iron Casting Company
  • Energy Storage, Automotive & Mobility Manufacturers
  • OEM Parts Manufacturer
  • Suspension & Steering System Manufacturer
  • Aluminum Auto Components & Assemblies Supplier

FINANCING | FUNDING SOURCES:
  • SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Company
  • Auto Suppliers | Companies Seeking to Invest
  • Founders & Start-ups Seeking Investment

To learn more about the above opportunities, contact Ron Hesse (RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com), or visit our International M&A and Funding Sources page here.
MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY

EU facing another energy crisis as Russian coal ban could spark skyrocketing prices

Europe’s Economy Braces for More Supply Snags, Faster Inflation

Will Intel save Europe’s struggling semiconductor industry?

UK: GeoCubed commissions Direct Lithium Extraction Pilot Plant in Cornwall

Germany could be off Russian gas by winter says economic think tank

INEX-ADAM, the European Project Working to Expand Additive Manufacturing Knowledge

EU Startups Offered Chance to Accelerate 4th Industrial Revolution Manufacturing Workforce with New Grant
LIVE WEBINAR - APRIL 27

NEGOTIATING AND COSTING IN THE MARKET'S NEW REALITY
The pandemic, geo-political issues, and other supply chain challenges have created supply chain chaos. The resulting shortages and inflation are challenges we have not experienced since the 1970’s and have drastically changed the way we should do business ...

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HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT
EU Court Widens Application of Flight-Delay Compensation

France's Macron, Le Pen Call Stellantis CEO's Pay Package "shocking"

Macron Backs Europe-Wide CEO Pay Cap to Woo Voters on Left

KPMG and REC, UK Report on Jobs

Netherlands: The benefits of job descriptions

Platform work: Walking the line between technological innovation and protecting workers’ rights

Third of young Hungarians would try their luck abroad, survey reveals
INTERNATIONAL HEALTH & TRAVEL INSURANCE, AND SECURITY

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EVENTS

LIVE WEBINAR SERIES (April 7 and May 12): By Baker McKenzie
"Asia Pacific Customs Conference"
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CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION (June 8 - 9): by WardsAuto, TU Auto and Wards Intelligence
"AutoTech: Detroit" and "Interiors & UX Conference" in Novi, Michigan
To learn more or to register, visit here.

CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION (July 13 & 14, 2022): By MexicoNow
"Mexico's Auto Industry Summit" in Leon, Mexico
To learn more or to register, visit here.

RECORDED WEBINAR (held Feb. 22): By AmCham
"State of China Auto Market Briefing"
To learn more or to watch, visit here.

RECORDED WEBINAR (August 31, 2021): By INDEX
"Lessons Learned: CEO Insights for Manufacturing in Mexico"
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RECORDED WEBINAR (December 10, 2020): By MexicoNow
"Mexico’s Heavy Vehicles Industry Outlook 2020 - 2025"
To watch video webinar, visit here.

RECORDED WEBINAR (February 8, 2022): By Harris Bricken
"Moving Your Manufacturing from China to Mexico"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

RECORDED WEBINAR (February 16, 2022): By APD
"Sourcing to Mexico"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

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