- In November 2024, Autoneum (Switzerland) opened a new Research & Technology (R&T) Center in Shanghai, China, to focus on New Mobility and expand its presence there. The center will support the development and production of components and materials for e-mobility. A team of 80 R&T employees will work on advancing acoustic and thermal management and shielding technologies
- In October 2024, at The Battery Show North America 2024, ElringKlinger AG (Germany) showcased ElroSafe underbody shielding for battery protection, a thermoplastic cover with integrated electromagnetic shielding (EMI), and ElroShield EV+
- In October 2024, at the International Suppliers Fair (IZB) 2024, ElringKlinger AG (Germany) showcased ElroForm TP-ECO and ElroSafe shielding for battery systems. These solutions protect thermal propagation, prevent short circuits from metallic venting particles, and enhance thermal shielding between the battery case and the environment or passenger compartment
- In April 2024, Alkegen (U.S.) announced that JLR (U.K.) chose its new range of anti-thermal propagation products to improve thermal protection in JLR's next-generation electric vehicles. This product line offered advanced solutions with multiple protection levels for the battery. The products were designed for easy integration into various battery applications, making them adaptable to different EV models
- In April 2023, Autoneum completed the acquisition of Borgers Automotive. This development has led to Autoneum's operational scope now encompassing 67 production facilities across the globe, with a workforce of approximately 16,100 individuals spanning 24 different countries. By integrating the well-established German company into its operations, Autoneum has taken another significant step in fortifying its position as a worldwide leader in sustainable solutions for vehicle acoustic and thermal management
