Valeo has announced the creation of a new strategic Activity for Thermal Systems encompassing the Engine Cooling and Climate Control Branches, the Zexel Valeo Climate Control joint venture and the Cockpit and Front End Modules businesses.
André Gold is appointed Senior Group Vice President, Thermal Systems Activity. He was previously Vice President, Climate Control Branch.
The Thermal Systems Activity has 17,000 employees in 17 countries and serves all car manufacturers across the globe.
Valeo says that the creation of a single Thermal Systems Activity will enable Valeo to increase productivity in thermal systems components and benefit from synergies across its product lines for enhanced systems development. Including the Zexel Valeo Climate Control business, the Activity represents sales of almost 4 billion euros.

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