What’s Happening: ABB, a leading technology provider, is assisting the Renault Group in automating its electric vehicle (EV) production network across several key markets. Over the past 24 months, ABB has delivered most of the 160 units of the large industrial robot portfolio, with financial details remaining undisclosed.
Why It Matters: ABB’s robotic automation solutions will increase capacity at Renault Group’s advanced e-motor assembly lines in Cléon and Douai, France. This collaboration supports Renault Group’s “Renaulution” strategy, aimed at generating sustainable profitability. It also strengthens ABB’s position as one of the largest EV manufacturing technology providers to Renault Group, showcasing their technology and solutions throughout the production process.
Key Points:
- ABB’s technology will aid in manufacturing next-generation electric vehicles at the Douai facility, with new advanced body-in-white facilities.
- Marc Segura, President of ABB Robotics division, expressed pride in their long-standing relationship with Renault Group and excitement about supporting their electrification efforts.
- ABB is also providing SafeMove software, which offers safety-rated supervision of robot motion for leaner automation cells and closer collaboration.
- The company is contributing integration expertise for complex processes such as motor windings, balancing, and testing.
- Over 50 additional software applications from ABB’s extensive catalog are being supplied to the Renault Group.
Bottom Line: ABB’s support of Renault Group’s electric vehicle production automation highlights the companies’ shared commitment to a sustainable transport future. By providing state-of-the-art robotics technology, ABB enables increased capacity and efficiency in Renault Group’s EV manufacturing processes. This collaboration not only cements ABB’s position as a major EV technology provider but also demonstrates the company’s experience, expertise, authoritativeness, and trustworthiness in the field.
