Rustam Minnikhanov takes part in launching of full-cycle production of Ford Transit at SEZ “Alabuga”
21 April 2015, Tuesday
On April 21, Interim President of the Republic of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov, President of Ford-Sollers Ted Cannis, first vice-president and CEO of Ford-Sollers Adil Shirinov, Director General of SEZ “Alabuga” Timur Shagivaleev, Minister of Industry and Trade of the republic Ravil Zaripov took part in launching of full-cycle production of Ford Transit at SEZ “Alabuga”.
Upon arrival Rustam Minnikhanov visited production facilities of the plant and was told that Ford-Sollers had been modernized and new equipment installed before launching the production. In particular, a high-tech welding system and new robotic equipment for the paint line were installed.
Ford Fiesta, Ecosport, Mondeo, ambulance, “social”, and school cars were shown to Minnikhanov.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Rustam Minnikhanov said the event was important for Tatarstan and Russia. He noted that it is the third full-cycle production launched at Ford-Sollers, which was the first resident of SEZ “Alabuga”.
Ted Cannis said the company is interested in expanding cooperation with Tatarstan.
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