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Antonov plc
('Antonov' of de 'Onderneming')
Tweede Chinese programma voor Antonov
Het bestuur van Antonov plc maakt bekend dat overeenstemming is bereikt met Chongqing Loncin General Purpose Engine Co., Ltd (een dochteronderneming van Loncin Holdings Co. Ltd., 'Loncin') over samenwerking aan een Pilot Project. Er zal onderzoek worden gedaan naar toekomstige mogelijkheden voor de ontwikkeling, productie en marketing van een kleine
6-speed automatische versnellingsbak. Loncin is een vooraanstaande Chinese producent van hoogwaardige motorfietsen, kleine motoren en een scala aan automotive componenten.
Momenteel produceert Loncin 1,5 mln motorfietsen per jaar en ruim 3 mln motoren voor binnenlands gebruik en export. Zij levert componenten aan binnenlandse en grote Westerse automerken.
De partijen zullen gedurende deze pilot nauw samenwerken en elk euro 1,2 mln inbrengen ter financiering van de eerste fase. Hierbij zullen prototype demonstratievoertuigen worden geproduceerd en marketingactiviteiten uitgevoerd worden. Tegelijkertijd zullen de partijen in 2008 de oprichting bespreken van een Joint Venture voor productiedoeleinden. Dit zal
afhangen van het succes van het pilot project en van overeenstemming over wederzijds aanvaardbare commerciele voorwaarden.
Deze overeenkomst ondersteunt Antonov bij het verder ontwikkelen van de commerciele strategie gericht op rechtstreekse deelname in de toepassing van haar technologie. Dit zal Antonov in staat stellen haar intellectuele eigendom beter te beheersen, om zo risicos te verminderen en een beter rendement te realiseren in vergelijking met een bedrijfsmodel dat
puur op licentieverstrekking is gebaseerd.
John Moore, CEO van Antonov:
'Ik ben zeer verheugd over deze overeenkomst met Loncin, omdat het onze technologie een tweede toegang biedt tot de belangrijke Chinese markt. Wij zien ernaar uit nauw samen te werken met Loncin aan de pilot en mogelijk ook in een meer formeel samenwerkingsverband. Ik zal aandeelhouders op korte termijn informeren over verdere ontwikkelingen.'
Tu Jianhua, Chairman van Loncin:
'Meer en meer Chinese consumenten prefereren autos met een automatische versnellingsbak. Op dit moment worden alle automatische versnellingsbakken die gebruikt worden in onze industrie geïmporteerd. Wij geloven dat onze ervaring in de productie van motoren gecombineerd met de unieke middelen van Antonov significante kansen creert voor het beleveren van de grote markt voor Chinese versnellingsbakken.
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Antonov将与重庆隆鑫合资生产变速器

2007/10/11/08:38 来源：autonewschina

9月24日，英国汽车技术公司Antonov宣布已与国内领先的摩托车及小型汽油发动机生产商重庆隆鑫集团有限公司签约开展试点项目。到2008年，双方将各出资170万美元（1280万元人民币）生产用于产品市场推广的样车。同时，双方将协商在重庆组建50%-50%的合资企业，生产乘用车的小型六速自动变速器。

Antonov公司首席执行官JohnMoore说：“如果计划一切顺利，我们将在2008年内建成合资企业。”Antomov公司发言人RobPalmer告诉记者说，合资企业将有助于Antonov公司加强对其变速器专利技术和知识产权的控制。此外，合资生产通常要比授予技术许可获利更高。

在今年早些时候，Antonov公司向中国汽车制造商吉利汽车公司授予了该变速器核心技术的使用许可。吉利打算从2009年初开始生产基于该技术的变速器。

即使隆鑫集团在乘用车零部件生产上毫无经验，Antonov公司仍选择与之合作。公司首席执行官Moore说，那是因为隆鑫的产品质量高，且具备“复杂产品装配的能力”。

中国的自动变速器生产仍由跨国企业垄断。Antonov公司表示，该合资企业最初将着重供应中国本土的汽车制造商，之后再考虑出口。

在伦敦和阿姆斯特丹上市的Antonov公司设计与开发各种变速器并制造样机。

隆鑫集团年产150万辆摩托车和300多万个发动机，供应国内外市场。

隆鑫08年生产，吉利09年才生产。。。吉利变成Antonov的二奶了？
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Large Antonov patent in China joint venture production automatic transmission
2008/1/31/08:49 来源：盖世汽车网 作者：范淑雨 2008/1/31/08: 49 Source: Automotive Network Gaishi Author: Fanchu rain

1月23日，Antonov公司董事会宣布，该公司正在中国积极发展业务，与重庆隆鑫工业（集团）有限公司的合资协议也在按计划执行中，各项财务承诺等都已准时到位。 January 23, Antonov company's board of directors announced that it is China's active development business, and Chongqing Longxin Industrial (Group) Co., Ltd. is a joint venture agreement on the implementation of the plan, such as the financial commitments are in place on time.

为更好地备建该合资企业，Antonov公司先在中国建一家独资企业，1000万欧元的设备也已到位。 To better prepare construction of the joint venture, in China's Antonov company built a first-owned enterprises, 10 million euros of equipment has also been put in place.

合资企业的细节还在详谈。 Joint ventures also dwell on the details. 但根据协议，双方的持股比例将接近50:50，但隆鑫的持股将稍多一点；一期投资将在2000万-3000万欧元之间，用于在重庆建立自动变速器生产基地，初期年产能设为20万台；产品最初会供应中国国内汽车制造商，以后还打算出口；合资企业将获得Antonov公司的技术授权；除了分红，每售出一台变速器，Antonov公司还将获得一定金额的产权费。 But according to the agreement, both sides will be close to equity ratio of 50:50, but Longxin shareholding will be slightly more point in a 20 million investment will be 30 million euros for the establishment of Chongqing in the automatic transmission production base, Make an initial annual capacity of 200,000 product initially will supply China's domestic auto manufacturers, also intends to export the future; joint venture company will be the Antonov technology licensing addition to dividends, each sold a transmission, the company will also receive Antonov a certain amount of property charges.

合资企业预计将于今年5月建立。 Joint venture is expected to be set up in May this year.

关于Antonov（安东诺夫）公司 On the Antonov (Antonov) Company

Antonov（安东诺夫）公司是原籍保加利亚、后加入法国籍的Roumen Antonov先生1990年创立的公司。 Antonov (Antonov) is the origin of Bulgaria, joined the law of nationality Roumen Antonov, founded the company in 1990. 1995和1997年，该公司分别在伦敦和阿姆斯特丹证券交易所上市。 In 1995 and 1997, the company in London and Amsterdam Stock Exchange.

公司在汽车变速器等领域拥有众多专利。 Companies in the fields of automotive transmission has numerous patents. Antonov公司销售其授权专利，进行技术转让，并且还为他们的客户在产品研发的全部流程方面提供设计、分析和改良支持。 Antonov company sells its patents, technology transfer, and also to their customers in the product development process of all aspects of the design, analysis and improvement of support. 在传播技术的同时，帮助他们的客户掌握产品的设计原理。 In the dissemination of technology, to help them master products, the design principle. 其终极目标就是让客户能够完全的消化授权的技术，并能够对它进行持续的改良。 The ultimate goal is to allow customers to fully digest authorized technology, and it can be sustained improvements. 这种方式成功的将授权专利技术推向了市场，使Antonov公司一直在技术发展和创新中占有一席之地，并且使从技术咨询服务领域获得了收益。 The success of this approach will enable the patented technology to the market, the Antonov company has been in technical development and innovation in a place, and from the technical advisory services to the area of the proceeds.

Antonov有一流的研发中心，主要提供自动变速器设计、分析、生产和标准化技术支持。 Antonov have top-notch research and development centers, mainly provides automatic transmission design, analysis, standardization of production and technical support. 2007年该研发中心已从法国迁至英国。 The R & D center in 2007 moved to Britain from France. Antonov还拥有来自英国和荷兰的商业组织来进行市场推广。 Antonov also has from the United Kingdom and the Netherlands Organization for commercial marketing.

从1995年开始，Roumen Antonov就和一批工程师一道研发新型的行星式自动变速器。 Starting in 1995, Roumen Antonov, a group of engineers to develop a new type of planetary automatic transmission. 2003年，Antonov公司已开始研发6速自动变速器。 In 2003, the Antonov companies have begun to develop a six-speed automatic transmission.

Antonov公司已经将技术授权给了多家公司，包括NZWL（1999年授权）、本田（2002年授权）、MG罗孚（2004年授权）、吉利（2007年授权）。 Antonov company has been licensed to a number of companies, including NZWL (1999 authorized), Honda (2002 authorization), MG Rover (2004 authorized), Geely (2007 authorization). 2007年1月，Antonov公司与吉利汽车公司签署协议，向吉利提供6速自动变速箱“TX6”的生产授权。 January 2007, the Antonov company and the Geely Automobile Company signed an agreement to provide Geely 6-speed automatic transmission, "TX6" authorized production. 另据《美国汽车新闻》报道，Antonov公司打算于2009年初和吉利汽车公司合作生产变速器，但双方在2007年底突然终止了该项目。 According to "Automotive News" reported that the Antonov company plans to early 2009 and Geely Automobile Company co-production transmission, but the two sides in the end of 2007 the project was suddenly terminated.
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专利大户Antonov将在华合资生产自动变速器 新闻出处：盖世汽车网 发布时间： 2008-01-31 08:27



　　1月23日，Antonov公司董事会宣布，该公司正在中国积极发展业务，与重庆隆鑫工业(集团)有限公司的合资协议也在按计划执行中，各项财务承诺等都已准时到位。
　　为更好地备建该合资企业，Antonov公司先在中国建一家独资企业，1000万欧元的设备也已到位。
　　合资企业的细节还在详谈。但根据协议，双方的持股比例将接近50:50，但隆鑫的持股将稍多一点;一期投资将在2000万-3000万欧元之间，用于在重庆建立自动变速器生产基地，初期年产能设为20万台;产品最初会供应中国国内汽车制造商，以后还打算出口;合资企业将获得Antonov公司的技术授权;除了分红，每售出一台变速器，Antonov公司还将获得一定金额的产权费。
　　合资企业预计将于今年5月建立。
　　关于Antonov(安东诺夫)公司
　　Antonov(安东诺夫)公司是原籍保加利亚、后加入法国籍的Roumen Antonov先生1990年创立的公司。1995和1997年，该公司分别在伦敦和阿姆斯特丹证券交易所上市。
　　公司在汽车变速器等领域拥有众多专利。Antonov公司销售其授权专利，进行技术转让，并且还为他们的客户在产品研发的全部流程方面
　　提供设计、分析和改良支持。在传播技术的同时，帮助他们的客户掌握产品的设计原理。其终极目标就是让客户能够完全的消化授权的技术，
　　并能够对它进行持续的改良。这种方式成功的将授权专利技术推向了市场，使Antonov公司一直在技术发展和创新中占有一席之地，并且使从技术咨询服务领域获得了收益。
　　Antonov有一流的研发中心，主要提供自动变速器设计、分析、生产和标准化技术支持。2007年该研发中心已从法国迁至英国。Antonov还拥有来自英国和荷兰的商业组织来进行市场推广。
　　从1995年开始，Roumen Antonov就和一批工程师一道研发新型的行星式自动变速器。2003年，Antonov公司已开始研发6速自动变速器。
　　Antonov公司已经将技术授权给了多家公司，包括NZWL(1999年授权)、本田(2002年授权)、MG罗孚(2004年授权)、吉利(2007年授权)。2007年1月，Antonov公司与吉利汽车公司签署协议，向吉利提供6速自动变速箱“TX6”的生产授权。另据《美国汽车新闻》报道，Antonov公司打算于2009年初和吉利汽车公司合作生产变速器，但双方在2007年底突然终止了该项目。
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Antonov: regionale overheid China steunt j-v met Loncin
28-11-2008 09:08:00
AMSTERDAM (Dow Jones)--Antonov plc meldt vrijdag dat het een steunbetuiging heeft ontvangen van de regionale overheid van Chongqing, China, voor de joint-venture met Loncin.

In september 2007 tekende Antonov een overeenkomst met Loncin om gezamenlijk een productie joint-venture te realiseren voor de ontwikkeling, fabricage en marketing van een compacte 6-speed automatische versnellingsbak.

Eind oktober 2008 meldde Antonov dat de de gesprekken met Loncin volgens plan verliepen, maar dat aandeelhouders rekening moesten houden "met het feit dat zaken doen in China langer duurt dan we in Europa gewend zijn".



Door Kathelijne Schenkel; Dow Jones Nieuwsdienst; +31-20-5715201; kathelijne.schenkel@dowjones.com

NIEUWSTE INFORMATIE STEEDS BOVENAAN.
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Antonov zoekt persnoneel: advertentie m.b.t. de Loncin deal. (10-10-2007)

Senior Analyst CAE
Job Ref: 23552
Description/Skills:

Background The Co have been developing specialist innovative transmissions for over 15 years. The transition to client programme requires a new set of capabilities and a new technical team is being set up in the UK to deliver this requirement. The principle activity in test and development currently is the development for low volume production of a two speed supercharger drive. This work is currently outsourced and the first task for the role will be to take this work forward using our new in-house facilities. New programmes for application of this technology to both superchargers and other auxiliary drives are being sought by the commercial team and these need support to convert them. Once won, they need to be delivered. The work will require detailed troubleshooting within the Antonov 2 speed drive but also more general work to apply the two speed superchargers and other derivatives to client vehicles. This will require the Build & Test of future prototypes. A second ongoing task is the Build, Test vehicle demonstration of the company’s new 6-speed automatic transmission. The Design of this unit is now complete and components for initial prototypes are being manufactured. The immediate programme of work includes assembly, light-load function test and vehicle performance & driveability. Longer term it is expected that the role will expand with the growth in the business to cover a wide range of test and development tasks. It should be stressed however that the ability to grow the resource is heavily dependent on the company’s success in developing its technology in the form of paying projects and this will form a key part of the role. Objectives of Role To implement industry best practice for all aspects of Build, Test and Development To provide “hands-on” support to projects in all aspects of test and development of prototypes transmissions, test rigs and demonstration vehicles. Key Duties/Responsibilities Build & Test of prototype automotive transmissions. Assembly & operation of transmission & component test rigs. Powertrain installation work - demonstration vehicles. To follow and further develop in-house Build, Test & Measurement procedures. Person Specification Qualifications Required Full UK driving licence. Qualifications Preferred Recognised engineering training or apprenticeship. A formal qualification in Mechanical Engineering is preferred, but not essential. Experience Required 3-5 years experience of developing or reconditioning vehicle engines & gearboxes. Experience Preferred Operation of test rigs & vehicle installations. Experience of building modern automatic transmissions with electro-hydraulic control systems would be advantageous, but not essential. If career history is not automotive, could they have gained skills in another industry that would be transferrable to ours (please list) No. PC/CAD Skills Required Computer literate - Microsoft Office. PC/CAD Skills Preferred Knowledge of computer data and acquisition systems would be advantageous, but not essential. Physical Requirements Must be presentable and medically fit (including for regular air travel) Personality Must be confident in their Technical expertise and able to communicate effectively within their field. Able to work on own initiative, with limited supervision. Willing to search for solutions and be prepared to take measured risks to achieve them. Will the individual be part of a team Yes, working as an effective and pro-active member of multi-disciplinary teams. Must be capable of accepting responsibility within both project and departmental teams. Language Skills Required Conversational French will be an advantage. Ability in any other European language would be an advantage. Does the job require the individual to travel? If Yes, how frequently Potential for both European travel and long haul travel to USA. Occasional travel to Far East. Does the job require the individual to work shifts/ unsociable hours? If so please specify Yes in relation to the travel requirements which will involve early morning departures and late returns and with longer haul jet-lag. The company travel policy allows for some recovery time after travel. There will also be a requirement for occasional late working to complete work to deadlines. Additional Requirements/Information The role presents a unique opportunity for an experienced individual to join as a key member of a new & expanding Test and Development team. This in-house team will inherit responsibility for the current two speed supercharger drive programme and undertake all Test & Development activity for the new 6-speed prototype transmission.
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3 x Technicians.
Job Ref: 23549
Type : Permanent
Description/Skills:
Background The Co have been developing specialist innovative transmissions for over 15 years. The transition to client programme requires a new set of capabilities and a new technical team is being set up in the UK to deliver this requirement. The principle activity in test and development currently is the development for low volume production of a two speed supercharger drive. This work is currently outsourced and the first task for the role will be to take this work forward using our new in-house facilities. New programmes for application of this technology to both superchargers and other auxiliary drives are being sought by the commercial team and these need support to convert them. Once won, they need to be delivered. The work will require detailed troubleshooting within the Antonov 2 speed drive but also more general work to apply the two speed superchargers and other derivatives to client vehicles. This will require the Build & Test of future prototypes. A second ongoing task is the Build, Test vehicle demonstration of the company’s new 6-speed automatic transmission. The Design of this unit is now complete and components for initial prototypes are being manufactured. The immediate programme of work includes assembly, light-load function test and vehicle performance & driveability. Longer term it is expected that the role will expand with the growth in the business to cover a wide range of test and development tasks. It should be stressed however that the ability to grow the resource is heavily dependent on the company’s success in developing its technology in the form of paying projects and this will form a key part of the role. Objectives of Role To implement industry best practice for all aspects of Build, Test and Development To provide “hands-on” support to projects in all aspects of test and development of prototypes transmissions, test rigs and demonstration vehicles. Key Duties/Responsibilities Build & Test of prototype automotive transmissions. Assembly & operation of transmission & component test rigs. Powertrain installation work - demonstration vehicles. To follow and further develop in-house Build, Test & Measurement procedures. Person Specification Qualifications Required Full UK driving licence. Qualifications Preferred Recognised engineering training or apprenticeship. A formal qualification in Mechanical Engineering is preferred, but not essential. Experience Required 3-5 years experience of developing or reconditioning vehicle engines & gearboxes. Experience Preferred Operation of test rigs & vehicle installations. Experience of building modern automatic transmissions with electro-hydraulic control systems would be advantageous, but not essential. If career history is not automotive, could they have gained skills in another industry that would be transferrable to ours (please list) No. PC/CAD Skills Required Computer literate - Microsoft Office. PC/CAD Skills Preferred Knowledge of computer data and acquisition systems would be advantageous, but not essential. Physical Requirements Must be presentable and medically fit (including for regular air travel) Personality Must be confident in their Technical expertise and able to communicate effectively within their field. Able to work on own initiative, with limited supervision. Willing to search for solutions and be prepared to take measured risks to achieve them. Will the individual be part of a team Yes, working as an effective and pro-active member of multi-disciplinary teams. Must be capable of accepting responsibility within both project and departmental teams. Language Skills Required Conversational French will be an advantage. Ability in any other European language would be an advantage. Does the job require the individual to travel? If Yes, how frequently Potential for both European travel and long haul travel to USA. Occasional travel to Far East. Does the job require the individual to work shifts/ unsociable hours? If so please specify Yes in relation to the travel requirements which will involve early morning departures and late returns and with longer haul jet-lag. The company travel policy allows for some recovery time after travel. There will also be a requirement for occasional late working to complete work to deadlines. Additional Requirements/Information The role presents a unique opportunity for an experienced individual to join as a key member of a new & expanding Test and Development team. This in-house team will inherit responsibility for the current two speed supercharger drive programme and undertake all Test & Development activity for the new 6-speed prototype transmission.
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2 x Test & Development Engineers
Job Ref: 23548
Type : Permanent
Description/Skills:
Background The Co have been developing specialist innovative transmissions for over 15 years. The transition to client programme requires a new set of capabilities and a new technical team is being set up in the UK to deliver this requirement. The principle activity in test and development currently is the development for low volume production of a two speed supercharger drive. This work is currently outsourced and the first task for the role will be to take this work forward using our new in-house facilities. New programmes for application of this technology to both superchargers and other auxiliary drives are being sought by the commercial team and these need support to convert them. Once won, they need to be delivered. The work will require attention to detail - including function & durability testing, problem solving and troubleshooting with existing hardware and future prototypes. A second ongoing task is the build, test, development & vehicle demonstration of the company’s new 6-speed automatic transmission. The Design of this unit is now complete and components for initial prototypes are being manufactured. The immediate programme of work includes assembly, light-load function test and vehicle performance & driveability. Longer term it is expected that the role will expand with the growth in the business to cover a wide range of test and development tasks. It should be stressed however that the ability to grow the resource is heavily dependent on the company’s success in developing its technology in the form of paying projects and this will form a key part of the role. Objectives of Role To implement industry best practice for all aspects of Test and Development. To provide “hands-on” technical support for projects. Including all aspects of test and development for both prototypes transmissions and demonstration vehicles. Key Duties/Responsibilities To Lead Test & Development work (minimum single project). To plan & control Test work & specify instrumentation requirements. The preparation of Test Specifications & planning of required facilities and resources to achieve successful completion. To liaise effectively with technical staff through analysis of test results, preparation of concise technical reports and participation in structured problem solving teams. To advise & provide support for technicians with regard to Build, Test & Measurement procedures and supporting documentation. Person Specification Qualifications Required Engineering Degree, Full UK driving licence. Qualifications Preferred Degree (≥2.1) in Mechanical / Automotive Engineering Experience Required Minimum of 5 years experience of Automotive Powertrain Development including both Rig & Vehicle based transmission Test programmes. Structured failure analysis methods. Specification and use of instrumentation & PC based data acquisition systems. Experience Preferred Experience of testing automatic transmissions with electro-hydraulic control systems would be advantageous, but not essential. Design of experiments. If career history is not automotive, could they have gained skills in another industry that would be transferrable to ours (please list) No. PC/CAD Skills Required Computer literate - Microsoft Office. Knowledge of computer data and acquisition systems and analysis of test data. PC/CAD Skills Preferred Advanced user - Microsoft Excel. Physical Requirements Must be presentable and medically fit (including for regular air travel) Personality Must be confident in their Technical expertise and able to communicate effectively within their field. Able to work on own initiative, without supervision. Willing to search for solutions and be prepared to take measured risks to achieve them. Will the individual be part of a team Yes, working as an effective and pro-active member of multi-disciplinary teams. Must be capable of accepting responsibility within both project and departmental teams. Language Skills Required Conversational French will be an advantage. Ability in any other European language would be an advantage. Does the job require the individual to travel? If Yes, how frequently Potential for both European travel and long haul travel to USA. Occasional travel to Far East. Does the job require the individual to work shifts/ unsociable hours? If so please specify Yes in relation to the travel requirements which will involve early morning departures and late returns and with longer haul jet-lag. The company travel policy allows for some recovery time after travel. There will also be a requirement for occasional late working to complete work to deadlines. Additional Requirements/Information The role presents a unique opportunity for an experienced individual to join as a key member of a new & expanding Test and Development team. This in-house team will inherit responsibility for the current two speed supercharger drive programme and undertake all Test & Development activity for the new 6-speed prototype transmission.
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Project Engineer
Job Ref : 23551
Type : Permanent
Description/Skills:
Objectives of Role Assume full technical responsibility and accountability for the assigned projects. Working as part of the project team, ensure that projects are completed on time and to the appropriate standards To support the sales activities through provision of background programme data, timing and programme costs To exceed the customer expectations and create strong image for the Co as a key member of the project team Key Duties/Responsibilities To lead the client programmes as the technical voice of the customer within the Co To work closely with design and development teams to ensure programme objectives are met on time To work closely with production suppliers to ensure effective support of client programmes and meeting of cost targets To support the programme manager in the preparation of programme plans and budgets and the writing of technical proposals To provide accurate forecasts of the work outstanding on the project Ensure that project risks are quantified, managed and suitable risk management & mitigation strategies employed Ensure that any scope changes on the projects are quantified, recorded and translated into cost and timing variances to the project schedule Ensure effective communication between client, project team and programme management staff. Person Specification Qualifications Required : HNC, HND or Degree in Engineering, Control Systems or similar Qualifications Preferred : BSc/BEng in Mechanical Engineering Experience Required : Minimum 5 years as project engineer or similar, preferably in the automotive industry. Good commercial appreciation gained in engineering/product development related roles. Experience Preferred : Some experience of Consultancy or service provision environment; preferable experience in vehicle or transmission development. If career history is not automotive could they have gained skills in another industry that would be transferable to ours (please list) : See above PC/CAD Skills Essential : Base skills for Word/Excel/Internet PC/CAD Skills Preferred : Competent in MS Project Physical Requirements : Must be presentable and medically fit (including for regular air travel) Personality : Good technical understanding/appreciation; ability to prioritise and multi-task; drive and resilience with good inter-personal skills; must be thorough and careful in handling business issues. Will the individual be part of a team : Yes, working as a team member both in the UK and abroad is an essential part of the role. Whilst they must be able to work on own initiative and without recourse to immediate support in the face of the customer, they must also support other team members. Language Skills Required : Conversational French would be an advantage. Knowledge of any Chinese dialect could be valuable. Does the job require the individual to travel? If Yes, how frequently : Regular European and UK travel (2-3 times a month), occasional long haul travel to USA and the Far East Does the job require the individual to work shifts/ unsociable hours? If so please specify : Yes, in relation to the travel requirements which will involve early morning departures and late returns and jet-lag with longer haul flights. The company travel policy allows for some recovery time after travel. There will also be requirements to entertain clients in evenings and occasional late working to complete work to deadlines. Additional Requirements/Information The role requires an ability to influence and coach other team members to ensure client objectives are satisfied and to facilitate programme communication. Certainly in his/her own specialised field of competence.
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Job: 23551
Ensure that projects are completed on time and to the appropriate standards To support the sales activities through provision of background programme data, timing and programme costs To exceed the customer expectations and create strong image for the Co as a key member of the project team Key Duties/Responsibilities To lead the client programmes as the technical voice of the customer within the Co To work closely with design and development teams to ensure programme objectives are met on time To work closely with production suppliers to ensure effective support of client programmes and meeting of cost targets To support the programme manager in the preparation of programme plans and budgets and the writing of technical proposals To provide accurate forecasts of the work outstanding on the project Ensure that project risks are quantified, managed and suitable risk management & mitigation strategies employed Ensure that any scope changes on the projects are quantified, recorded and translated into cost and timing variances to the project schedule Ensure effective communication between client, project team and programme management staff.

Antonov Joint Venture With Loncin For New 6-Speed AT Proceeding to Plan, Cooperation with Geely Ended
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26 January 2008

The new AT150 automatic transmission will first be targeted at domestic China manufacturers, but eventually will be exported. Click to enlarge.Transmission developer Antonov plc says that it is making “considerable progress” in China, with its cooperation with Loncin on developing a small six-speed automatic transmission proceeding according to plan and with financial and other commitments being met on time.
In parallel with the technical development work, marketing of the new product is underway. The first product is aimed at 1.3- to 1.6-liter front wheel drive passenger cars, initially targeting the Chinese domestic car makers.

More and more Chinese customers prefer cars with automatic transmissions. At the moment, all automatic transmissions used within our industry are imported. We believe that our engine manufacturing experience in partnership with the unique resources provided by Antonov provide significant opportunities to address a major market for Chinese produced automatic transmissions.

—Tu Jianhua, Loncin’s Chairman

The partnership with Loncin, originally announced in September 2007, was to be Anontov’s second in China. In January 2007, Antonov had signed a Production License Agreement with Zhejiang Geely Automobile Gearbox Co, the transmission manufacturing subsidiary of Geely Automotive. This followed an announcement on 27 November 2006 that Geely and Antonov had signed Heads of Agreement for the license, which is for the production of the Company’s TX6 six-speed automatic transmission. (Earlier post.)
However, in November 2007, Antonov’s board announced that the company would not go ahead with its cooperation with Geely. Antonov claimed that Geely had not fulfilled its financial and other obligations agreed upon in the contract. The initial production licence lapsed in September 2007.
Loncin is a Chinese manufacturer of motorcycles, small engines and a range of automotive components. It currently manufactures 1.5 million motor cycles per annum and more than 3 million engines both for domestic use and export. It supplies components to domestic and major Western automotive brands.
In order to be fully prepared for the joint venture between Antonov and Loncin, an Antonov WOFE (wholly owned foreign enterprise) is being established in China and an additional funding facility of €10 million (US$14.7 million) has been secured to finance Antonov’s contribution to the JV. This is an extension to the €15 million (US$22 million) facility announced on the 9 August 2007 with Quivest, its largest shareholder.
Negotiation continues on the details of the joint venture, but under the heads of terms agreed with Loncin, it will be funded by both parties in proportion to the JV shareholding. It is intended that this be close to a 50:50 split but with Loncin having the majority holding. Total initial capitalization is expected to be between €20 million (US$29.3 million) and €30m (US$ 44 million) which will be used to invest in setting up an automatic transmission manufacturing plant in Chong Qing, PRC.
The JV will receive a licence for the Antonov patents and Antonov will receive a royalty on each unit sold in addition to any dividend due in respect of its shareholding in the JV. Initial sales will be targeted at Chinese domestic car makers but the intention is to export in the longer term. The initial production capacity is planned at 200,000 units per annum.
It is expected that the joint venture will be formed once Antonov has completed its prototype vehicles and Loncin has completed the detailed production planning and costing. These are due to be complete in May 2008.
Antonov views the joint venture as a key element in its commercial strategy to maintain direct involvement in the application of its technology. This enables the company to have closer control over its intellectual property rights in order to reduce risk and generate better returns compared with a pure licensing business model, as originally set out with Geely.
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More transmission information:
http://www.antonovat.com/aad.htm

It sounds like a pretty innovative design.
Posted by: sjc | Jan 26, 2008 10:10:57 AM
Wasn't it Antonov that sued Toyota over the Prius drivetrain?
Posted by: DC | Jan 26, 2008 8:47:19 PM
"As of autumn 2005, the Antonov Automotive Technology BV Plc company has sued Toyota, the Lexus brand mother company, over alleged patent infringement relating to key components in the RX 400h's drivetrain and the Toyota Prius hybrid compact car."
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hybrid_Synergy_Drive

Nieus/News John Moore Business Meeting China April 2008.
News at the Antonov site. Click here.
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Antonov and Loncin could be the first to build a 6-speed automatic transmission in China – further details revealed at Beijing Auto ShowANTONOV-LONCIN

Antonov chief executive John Moore will present a full technical update of its 6-speed automatic transmission - likely to be the first 6-speed automatic to be built in China - at a technical forum being held on 22 April 2008 at the Beijing Auto Show. The title of Moore’s presentation is ‘a new approach to automatic transmission design for the Chinese market’.


“The Beijing Auto Show will be a busy round of meetings with customers interested in our six-speed automatic transmission,” said Moore. “We’re making considerable progress in China and our plan with Loncin to establish a high quality and highly competitive manufacturing capability is evidence of our growing presence and commitment to China. The various conferences surrounding the show provide an excellent opportunity to catch up with industry contacts from around the world.”

To fully prepare for its joint venture with Loncin, Antonov is establishing a wholly owned foreign enterprise at Chong Qing, where the two companies plan to set up their automatic transmission manufacturing plant. Initial sales will be targeted at Chinese domestic car makers, but the intention in the longer term is to export. The initial production capacity is planned at 200,000 units per annum.



Antonov signed an agreement with Loncin in September 2007 to work together to set up their manufacturing joint venture. The joint venture will be formed once Antonov has completed the installation of its transmission system in 1.6-litre mule vehicles and when Loncin has completed detailed production planning and costing. Development vehicles with prototype transmissions have just started running in the UK and the production planning is due to be completed in May 2008.

Antonov and Loncin expect to run customer vehicles from September 2008 onwards with a planned start of production for vehicle programmes commencing mid-2010.

Antonov’s transmission system for the Chinese automotive market offers much quicker and easier integration and calibration than traditional transmissions. It also introduces Chinese carmakers to a home-grown six-speed gearbox offering high mechanical efficiency and world-class shift quality.

Antonov’s six-speed design offers a low entry cost to the application of a full electronically-controlled six-speed gearbox. Six-speed automatic transmissions are much desired by Chinese consumers, but currently have to be imported by carmakers.

The joint venture with Loncin is a key element in Antonov's commercial strategy to maintain direct involvement in the application of its technology. It enables Antonov to have closer control over its intellectual property rights in order to reduce risk and generate better returns compared with a pure licensing business model.The wholly owned foreign enterprise at Chong Qing provides a stronger organisational basis for Antonov’s Chinese activities, supported by a restructured European operation concentrated in a new technical centre at Warwick in the UK.

The Chong Qing enterprise and Warwick technical centre are both helping with the continued commercialisation of Antonov’s patents and intellectual property, which is currently focused on a number of technologies including a low cost four-speed automatic transmission targeted at emerging markets.

Other technologies include a two-speed automatic mechanical module. Initial production is for a dual-speed supercharger with additional applications to engine front-end accessory drives under development. The module is aimed at both aftermarket and high volume original equipment market.

The two-speed self-controlling drive unit is also ideally suited for electric vehicles, which can benefit from a lower start ratio for better acceleration and higher cruise ratio to reduce driveline noise and improve energy efficiency.

“Antonov is a business focussed on automotive innovation and the Chinese market is rapidly becoming the premium market for automotive innovation,” said Moore. “Antonov has a substantial intellectual property portfolio and is actively expanding this wherever commercial opportunities are identified. The technologies we’re commercialising are at different stages of development, but all have high volume potential in the Chinese market.”

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For more information, please contact:
UK
Rob Palmer on +44 (0) 1582 763255 or +44 (0) 7768 242761
rpalmer@palmerpr.com

China
Zhong Shi on +86 1376 (499) 4748
zhong_shi@sohu.net

Caption 1: Antonov is likely to be the first company to manufacture a 6-speed automatic transmission in China

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Caption 2: Antonov’s new technical centre at Warwick in the UK provides support for its new wholly owned foreign enterprise at Chong Qing in China

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Caption 3: Development mules with production intent prototype transmissions have commenced UK trials
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