Oliver Jung, Chief Operating Officer at Schaeffler, emphasized: "Digitalization means that our suppliers will soon be facing new challenges in terms of integration into the Schaeffler Production System." And Günter Fella, Head of Purchasing at Continental Automotive, added: "At the same time, digitalization opens up opportunities for added flexibility, enhanced quality performance, and greater competitiveness."

The six new Continental and Schaeffler Premium Suppliers are:

1. Arnold Umformtechnik GmbH & Co. KG, Germany

2. Dalian Demaishi Micro-Shaft Co., Ltd, China

3. Interplex Holdings Ltd, Singapore

4. Shanghai Global Precision Mould & Plastics Co., Ltd, China

5. Wiesauplast Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG, Germany

6. Knipping Kunststofftechnik King Plastic GmbH, Germany

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