Forvia Group Plans to Expand Its Investments in Tunisia and Strengthen Its Presence in the Automotive Components Industry
On Monday, February 24, 2025, Tunisia’s Minister of Industry, Mines, and Energy, Fatma Thabet Chiboub, welcomed Stéphane Noël, Vice President of the French group Forvia, along with his accompanying delegation at the ministry's headquarters. The meeting was attended by Fathi Sehlawi, Director General of Industrial Manufacturing, and Saber Kilani, Director General of Textiles.
The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation between both parties and implementing new investments in the near future, particularly in the manufacturing of automotive components, specifically seat cushions. The talks also covered the development of the technical textile sector related to this activity and the establishment of a research and development center to support innovation in the field.
The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation between both parties and implementing new investments in the near future, particularly in the manufacturing of automotive components, specifically seat cushions. The talks also covered the development of the technical textile sector related to this activity and the establishment of a research and development center to support innovation in the field.
The minister emphasized the importance of continuing to support investors in this vital sector, which has seen significant growth and has contributed to strengthening local value chains and improving the competitiveness of the automotive equipment and components industry in Tunisia. She also stressed the need to explore new markets, further positioning Tunisia as a regional industrial hub in this strategic sector.
Additionally, the meeting included a presentation on the Automotive Smart City project, which is set to be implemented in the coming period. The project aims to attract major global investments in car manufacturing and enhance the sector’s infrastructure.
It is worth noting that Forvia operates in 33 countries, managing 257 production sites, and providing more than 111,000 jobs worldwide. In Tunisia, the group established its local branch in 2009, employing over 700 workers and executives, with expectations of expanding its activities in the near future.
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