Media website: www.press.bmwgroup.com Email: presse@bmw.de Here you can see the webcast of the BMW Group Press Conference at the Auto Shanghai 2025 Plant Regensburg was the BMW Group’s highest-volume vehicle plant in Europe BMW Group Plant Regensburg has commissioned a new body shop at Plant Site 6.12 (Neutraubling) Plant Director Armin Ebner said: “The BMW X1 and BMW X2 produced in Regensburg remain extremely popular with customers worldwide In the new production hall in Neutraubling we currently manufacture over 120 vehicle bodies per day helping us meet high market demand.” Once completed the bodies from Neutraubling are transported to the vehicle plant in Regensburg where they are assembled into finished cars around the clock in three-shift operation Plant Regensburg was the BMW Group’s highest-volume vehicle plant in Europe in 2024 exceeding its 2023 production (238,301 units) by more than 100,000 vehicles Over a third of the vehicles manufactured in Regensburg in 2024 were electrified either as plug-in hybrids or fully electric models “We build our vehicles for the global market and contribute to the growth of electromobility,” said Ebner 40,000-square-metre hall on Berliner Straße was remodelled to accommodate the new body shop in Neutraubling Around 150 employees currently work in the hall in a single shift is located on premises owned by the firm Preymesser the company successfully applied for a change of use from the town of Neutraubling and the Regensburg County Administration Office “I would like to say a big thank to the authorities for approving this request and for the excellent support from the town and County Administration Office,” said Ebner The new body shop was constructed in less than 12 months “What we have achieved here in recent months is not only impressive because of the speed The cooperation with all internal and external partners has been outstanding,” said Ebner Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis The first test bodies rolled off the assembly line in January and production ramped up in early March Some 238 welding guns set up to 4,771 welding points per vehicle body BMW X1 bodies will no longer be produced solely in the existing body shop in Regensburg With an investment of over 550 million euros in the past two years the BMW Group says it has also secured the long-term future of both Upper Palatinate locations: Regensburg and Wackersdorf Plant Director Armin Ebner: “This signals our firm commitment to Upper Palatinate as as location for industry.” At the same time as building current models BMW Group Plant Regensburg is already preparing for production of the next model generation the company aims to set new standards for digitalisation electrification and circularity – and we are gearing up for this in Regensburg as well,” said Ebner During the production break over the New Year period remodelling at the plant continued in the body shop more extensive structural measures will follow during a five-week production downtime in summer 2025 The BMW Group vehicle plant in Regensburg has been in operation since 1986 and is one of more than 30 BMW Group production locations worldwide around 1,400 vehicles of the BMW X1 and BMW X2 models roll off the production line at Plant Regensburg Different types of drive trains are flexibly manufactured on a single production line – ranging from vehicles with internal combustion engines to plug-in hybrids and fully-electric models Nominations are now open for the prestigious Just Auto Excellence Awards - one of the industry's most recognised programmes celebrating innovation This is your chance to showcase your achievements Don't miss the opportunity to be honoured among the best - submit your nomination today Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network By clicking here, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and consent to us collection your details for the purposes of your enquiry BMW has opened an additional body shop for its factory in Regensburg the manufacturer currently produces about 120 car bodies per day This is because the plant's output is constantly increasing with more than a third of electrified cars already rolling off the production line there in 2024 The iX1 and iX2 as well as the corresponding two combustion models are currently being built in Regensburg BMW converted a hall measuring around 40,000 square metres in Neutraubling for the additional new body shop Around 150 employees currently work in the hall in single-shift operation four smaller extensions have also been built on an area of just under 1,000 square metres the Regensburg plant now produces around 120 additional car bodies every day bodies for the BMW X1 series will in future “no longer be produced solely in the existing body shop in Regensburg but also in Neutraubling,” BMW wrote the new body shop was built in less than twelve months The production hall is actually located on a Preymesser site and BMW was already a tenant of the property BMW then obtained a change of use so that the dismantling of the previous logistics facilities and the construction of the new body shop could go hand in hand the first test bodies rolled off the production line in January and the ramp-up of production started at the beginning of March where they are assembled into finished cars around the clock in three-shift operation,” the car manufacturer explained The Regensburg plant is also preparing for the production of the Neue Klasse in parallel to the manufacture of current models During the production interruption at the turn of the year the plant carried out modifications in the Regensburg body shop (not in Neutraubling) Further ‘very extensive structural measures’ will follow during a five-week production interruption in the summer of 2025 With an annual production of around 342,500 cars Regensburg was the BMW Group’s highest-volume vehicle plant in Europe in 2024 It was therefore also more than 100,000 vehicles above its own annual production in 2023 more than a third of the vehicles built in Regensburg in 2024 were electrified either a plug-in hybrid or a fully electric model bmwgroup.com I agree with the Privacy policy electrive has been following the development of electric mobility with journalistic passion and expertise since 2013 we offer comprehensive coverage of the highest quality — as a central platform for the rapid development of this technology Neutraubling | It’s been about 20 years since Krones added the Sleevematic sleeve applicator to its portfolio – and now the company is celebrating a very special milestone: the 1000th Sleevematic is currently being assembled at Krones’ Neutraubling plant It is slated to be brought online at the Italian beverage maker Acqua Sant’Anna in fall 2025 The Sleevematic is now in its fourth generation and its continuous development over the years is evident particularly in terms of performance and efficiency which can be dimensioned for up to 50,000 containers per hour is among the fastest inline sleeve applicators on the market This unparallelled speed is made possible by a rotating perforation unit the unit perforates the sleeve in a continuous process instead of in intermittent motion All without compromising the quality of the sleeve Another benefit is the machine’s exceptional flexibility: During change-overs the cutters can be set to the new container size automatically – saving time and handling parts Spare parts needs are also reduced thanks to the impressive longevity of the cutters: one set can make 70 million cuts before wearing out Conventional cutting units can do only a tenth as much before needing to be replaced But sustainability is not only about the machine itself but also the materials it consumes the Sleevematic can also handle newer sleeves made of polyolefin and crystalline PET plastics Retrofitting the machine for increased sustainability really only takes a few small changes – which Krones has already implemented successfully for a number of customers The Sleevematic can also be fitted with additional options such as the Multireel S magazine for label reels a Shrinkmat steam tunnel and Checkmat systems with a variety of inspection units The classic configuration of the Sleevematic is as a stand-alone machine within a line though it can also be integrated into a block solution And this latter option is what Acqua Sant’Anna chose the company became a leading brand in the Italian mineral water market and it focuses on cutting-edge technology and continuous innovation in its production Krones combined the sleeve labeller with a single machine carrousel containing both a Contiroll station and an Autocol station to handle hot glue wrap-around labels and pressure-sensitive labels it provides the utmost flexibility to handle any use case The labelling block will be integrated into a new aseptic line “We really have been thinking about integrating a sleeve labeller for some time This new 36,000-bph line was the perfect opportunity to try it out on various container types and sizes labels are a highly effective means for us to communicate with our customers – and now between wrap-around labels we’ve got plenty of options for that,” explains Marco Balbiano plant manager and chief information officer at Acqua Sant’Anna brewery equipment Germany Italy company news plant manufacturers Newsletter archive and information Robotics & Automation News April 7, 2025 by BMW has taken a significant step forward in its automation strategy with the commissioning of an expanded body shop at its Regensburg vehicle plant in Neutraubling The upgrade involved installing a total of 294 industrial robots into the facility – a clear signal of the company’s continued investment in high-efficiency the newly inaugurated body shop is designed to support rising global demand for the BMW X1 and BMW X2 models the plant now produces more than 120 vehicle bodies per day with each body undergoing up to 4,771 welding operations performed by 238 welding guns mounted on robotic arms While BMW has not disclosed how many robots were used in the facility prior to this expansion the scale of automation now deployed reflects broader industry trends and BMW’s own trajectory toward “future-proof” production The company has invested more than €550 million over the past two years into upgrading its operations in the region which includes not only Regensburg but also Wackersdorf Plant Director Armin Ebner said the move signals a “firm commitment” to the Upper Palatinate as a long-term industrial location One of the standout features of the new body shop is the use of digital twin technology Every robot and system was digitally modeled before being physically installed allowing engineers to simulate and optimize workflows virtually This approach reduced downtime during installation and made it possible to begin production swiftly following commissioning The integration of this digital backbone supports BMW’s ambition of building smart factories where humans and machines collaborate in tightly choreographed environments Although the press release does not reference human-robot collaboration specifically BMW has previously been a pioneer in this area — deploying lightweight collaborative robots (cobots) in several of its production lines for tasks such as adhesive application and part handling The Neutraubling upgrade fits into BMW’s global strategy of integrating automation and artificial intelligence across its manufacturing network The company has experimented with AI-guided robotic surface processing in its paint shops and more recently conducted a trial with humanoid robots from Figure AI at its Spartanburg plant in the US assessing their potential for repetitive or ergonomically difficult tasks This systematic embrace of automation not only improves efficiency and product consistency but also reflects the automotive industry’s broader shift toward software-defined manufacturing robots are no longer treated as isolated machines but as dynamic components of a real-time As carmakers race to electrify their product lines and digitalize production automation is increasingly viewed as a strategic differentiator and flexible production are better positioned to respond to shifts in demand particularly as the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) accelerates BMW has previously announced plans to produce electric versions of the BMW X1 at Regensburg and the new body shop is expected to play a key role in supporting that strategy the 294 robots installed in Neutraubling represent a concrete benchmark of BMW’s automation ambitions – and a glimpse into the future of automotive manufacturing Copyright © 2025 · News Pro on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in Neutraubling | Krones has now taken the pioneering decision to pool its recycling expertise in the independent subsidiary Krones Recycling GmbH from July 2024 as Krones CEO Christoph Klenk explains: "The spin-off will enable Krones Recycling to devel-op faster and in line with market requirements Because in line with our claim Solutions beyond tomorrow this division makes a decisive contribution to protecting the environment by returning plastic waste to the value-added cycle." the new company will be able to respond more quickly to changes in the constantly changing recycling market Managing Director of Krones Recycling GmbH recycling Germany company news rock-bottom interest rates seemed like a fact of life in the euro zone—as did low inflation Now consumer prices are rising at an annual rate exceeding 8% well above the European Central Bank’s target of 2% Members of the bank’s governing council have signalled their intent to raise rates soon a message they were expected to reaffirm at a monetary-policy meeting on June 9th But the ecb finds itself in a tricky position: of contending not only with surging prices This article appeared in the Finance & economics section of the print edition under the headline “Danger zone” Discover stories from this section and more in the list of contents Why what you’ve read about the trade deficit hurting growth is wrong A martini doesn’t just steady the nerves after a rollercoaster week Fund managers smell an opportunity to get even bigger A truce is still possible, but no one wants to be first to pick up the phone a Franklin-based packaging technology company has acquired a majority interest in a Florida firm that makes sanitary process systems used in the food Financial terms of the deal weren't disclosed but Krones said the acquisition of Trans-Market Sales & Equipment adds to its technology capabilities and expands its presence in North America Krones said the previous owners of Trans-Market will retain a minority share in the company and will continue to be involved in the management and operations is pleased to announce a new peer reviewer for its scientific publication BrewingScience: Dr Roland Feilner (born in 1981) finished his apprenticeship as brewer and maltster After that he studied food science technology at Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences he finished his industrial doctoral thesis at the Technical University of Berlin in 2013 His area of research was the reduction of unwanted flavors in wort In 2006 he started his career at the Krones company he is currently responsible for the product management in the Krones Business line for Softdrink Feilner will review submissions regarding the research fields brewhouse BrewingScience The conservative mayor of the small Bavarian city of Neutraubling has banned full-body swimsuits at the public swimming pool after a young Muslim girl visited it wearing a so-called burkini, according to German TV channel NTV Other bathers complained about the girl’s full-body describing it as “unhygienic,” NTV reports This prompted the mayor to erect a sign next to the facility the use of the swimming-pool is restricted to swimmers in usual swimsuits (bathing suits Heinz Kiechle said “usual swimsuits,” to the exclusion of other pieces of attire “including burkinis,” must be worn in the pool He added that the pool had special women-only days NTV reports the lifeguard on duty on such days is a man Political opponents of the mayor said the ban violated religion freedom The news comes after a suburb of the German city of Bonn banned male refugees over 18 from using the municipal swimming pool after complaints of sexual harassment earlier this year Also On POLITICO German pool bans refugees after women complain By Ivo Oliveira The €2.44bn the bank raised will be returned to bond-holders Armed police will patrol the market and concrete barriers have been erected to protect crowds from more attacks The government will decide this week if it needs to bail out Monte dei Paschi Islamic State claim responsibility for attack that killed 12 � Enter the buyers guide You can read this article in 3 minutesPölös Zsófia Raben Group reported €2.15 billion in revenue for 2024 an increase from nearly €2 billion in 2023 including entering Switzerland as its sixteenth market and investing in infrastructure across multiple countries despite economic challenges Raben Group concluded 2024 with a focus on reinforcing its European operations despite economic and geopolitical challenges The company reported revenue exceeding €2.15 billion an increase from the nearly €2 billion recorded in 2023 Road transport remained the dominant segment One of the main developments of the year was Raben Group’s entry into its sixteenth market, Switzerland, through a partnership with Sieber Transport AG The newly established Raben Sieber AG is scheduled to begin operations in the second quarter of 2025 expanding Raben’s groupage network in Europe The company also made infrastructure investments across several European countries Raben completed the expansion of cross-dock terminals in Cholerzyn and Kalisz and opened a new terminal in Białystok it launched two major contract logistics centres: a 44,000 m² warehouse near Poznań and a 110,000 m² logistics complex in Wiskitki The Wiskitki facility includes advanced temperature and humidity controls as well as the largest Mitsubishi heat pump installation in Europe Raben opened a new depot in Neutraubling near Regensburg featuring a 4,600 m² warehouse capable of handling 45-50 trucks per day relocating its Kaunas facility near the country’s main A1 motorway Raben began constructing a near-zero-emission logistics centre in Thessaloniki Italy and Austria were fully integrated into Raben Group rebranding under the company’s name and expanding international transport routes while Italy introduced new routes to Germany Raben Group operated in a difficult economic environment in Western Europe characterised by weak GDP growth and declining consumer demand The company also faced increased operational costs due to new sustainability policies and regulatory changes Raben maintained road transport and expanded infrastructure to support local distribution Raben Group expects market conditions to remain challenging The company plans further investments in Romania and the launch of new depots in the Czech Republic and Slovakia It also anticipates operational improvements with the full opening of EU border crossings with Romania and Bulgaria.  Agnieszka Kulikowska - Wielgus Journalist Trans.info | 6.05.2025 Pölös Zsófia Journalist Trans.info | 5.05.2025 Fragrance on the Fly: Why Pocket Perfumes Are Perfect for Airplane TravelSponsored Article 6.05.2025 The Local Europe ABVästmannagatan 43113 25 StockholmSweden Please log in here to leave a comment