SOUTHFIELD, Michigan,
May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/
-- Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a leading global supplier of
automotive seating and electrical distribution systems, today
announced its plans to open a new automotive plant to produce seat
covers in Gostivar, Macedonia, in
summer 2015. Serving all major European automotive
manufacturers, Lear's new facility will initially employ
approximately 300 people, with an emphasis on leather and fabric
cutting and sewing capability. Further expansion is
expected.
"With Lear's continued success in vertically integrated
automotive seating systems and components, we are pleased to begin
operations at an interim site in Macedonia and plan new plant construction by
mid-2016 in the area," said Jeneanne
Hanley, Lear's Vice President for Global Trim and
Craftsmanship. "We appreciate the cooperation of all involved as
Lear launches its first facility in Macedonia."
With the completion in January
2015 of the acquisition of Eagle Ottawa, Lear Corporation is
the world's leading supplier of premium automotive leather, with
enhanced global Seating capabilities in the areas of craftsmanship,
design options and overall value.
"In line with our position as the world leader in automotive
luxury and performance seating," said Raffael Gagliardi, Lear's Vice President of
European Seat Fabric Operations, "we welcome the opportunity in
adding this new plant to deliver dedicated quality and service
every day for our customers."
Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA) is one of the world's leading
suppliers of automotive seating and electrical distribution
systems. Lear serves every major automaker in the world, and Lear
content can be found on more than 300 vehicle nameplates.
Lear's world-class products are designed, engineered and
manufactured by a diverse team of approximately 132,000 employees
located in 34 countries. Lear currently ranks #177 on the
Fortune 500. Lear's headquarters are in Southfield, Michigan. Further
information about Lear is available at www.lear.com.