lettER TO OUR SHAREHOLDERS
MARCH 2019
SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION
DECIPHERING THE DATA
PERFORMANCES
HIGHLIGHTS
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DECIPHERING THE DATA
These events are making history for the Group
PLASTIC OMNIUM, PURE AUTOMOBILE PLAYER
Following the takeover, on July 1st, 2018, of HBPO, the world leader in automotive front-end modules, and the disposal of its Environment Division on December 18, 2018, Plastic Omnium is now a pure automotive player organized around two business lines with different business models:
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105 M
vehicles produced worldwide by 2025 (against 91 M in 2018)
CUSTOMIZED COMPLEX MODULES
Technical front-end modules
The front-end module is a complex assembly located in the front of the vehicle, that includes, based on the technical front panel, the shock-absorption beam, lighting and engine cooling systems, controlled grille shutters, radars and driver assistance sensors.
The plug-in hybrid tank (PHEV)
With its controlled valve, embedded electronics, integrated stiffeners and innovative production processes, Plastic Omnium’s high-tech gasoline tank meets the specific requirements of plug-in hybrid vehicle engines.
the water injection system
To reduce gasoline emissions, this system is equipped with a controlled water injection pump capable of delivering a small amount of water to the engine in order to reduce its temperature and therefore its fuel consumption.
The hydrogen taNK
An outcome of space technologies, composite materials are an ideal solution for storing hydrogen in cars because they are extremely robust and, above all, much lighter than metal equivalents. Plastic Omnium’s tanks are made up of a thermoplastic cylinder encased in a mixture of carbon fiber and glass.
CLEAN ENERGY SYSTEMS
THE SMART BODY
SMART BUMPER: a bumper that communicates with its surroundings. With its hidden radars, signature light system, innovative front grille and shock-absorption system, the Plastic Omnium bumper combines stylishness, technology, safety and environmental performance to provide more autonomous, safer and cleaner driving.
SMART TAILGATE: a tailgate that communicates with the driver. With its touch & open system and message display panel, the Plastic Omnium tailgate combines personalization, interactive operation, safety and aerodynamics to provide a more user-friendly, smarter, safer and more efficient vehicle.