Metaldyne Expands in Germany

Engine Group Opens Technical Center Dedicated to Advanced Product Development

PLYMOUTH, Mich., June 23 -- Metaldyne announced today that its Engine Group has established a European Technical Center in Dieburg, Germany. The technical center supports advanced product development for the Engine Group's core products including rubber and viscous dampers, powder metal connecting rods, conventional powder metal components, Front Engine Modular Assemblies (FEMA), balance shaft modules and tubular products.

"This investment demonstrates Metaldyne's commitment to meeting the needs of our global customers," said George Thanopoulos, Engine Group president. "The Tech Center will provide regional technical support to Metaldyne's European customers, and will enhance our ability to win new business with other European vehicle manufacturers."

In addition to its focus on advanced product development, the German Tech Center team will work closely with other European Engine Group engineering and manufacturing facilities in Lyon, France; Halifax, UK; Barcelona, Spain; and Valencia, Spain; as well as the North American Technical Center in Plymouth, Mich.

The 14,000 sq. ft. facility contains office, prototype and testing facilities, and will be staffed with a team of technical professionals to meet the needs of Metaldyne's European customers.

About Metaldyne

Metaldyne is a leading global designer and supplier of metal-based components, assemblies and modules for transportation-related powertrain and chassis applications including engine, transmission/transfer case, wheel-end and suspension, axle and driveline, and noise and vibration control products to the motor vehicle industry. The company serves the automotive segment through its Chassis, Driveline & Transmission, and Engine Group.

Headquartered in Plymouth, Mich., Metaldyne has annual revenues of $1.5 billion. The company employs over 7,250 employees at nearly 50 facilities in 11 countries.

For more information, please visit http://www.metaldyne.com/ .