Pirelli & C. S.p.A: Corporate and Strategic Assessment Report

Introduction

Pirelli's strategic intent is to strengthen its manufacturing base and retain its leadership position in specific markets. To achieve this, the group has opened new plants and facilities, and is focusing on advanced technology and core businesses.

Scope

• Contains corporate strategy, value chain presence and SWOT Analysis
• Provides detailed business description, segment analysis, 5-year financial trends, key products and key competitors
• Includes information on suppliers/ partners, shareholding structure and key employees with biographies

Highlights

Pirelli & C. S.p.A. (Pirelli) specializes in designing, manufacturing and sale of tires for automotive vehicles. The group is also involved in real estate activities and broadband solutions.

The group's key customers include vehicle manufacturers such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, Volkswagen, Peugeot, Harley-Davidson and Fiat. The group also sells its products in the aftermarket. Pirelli operates in the production, distribution/sales and after market of the automotive parts value chain.

In February 2008, Pirelli set up PGT Photonics, a new group company specializing in second generation photonics based on nanotechnologies. In March 2008, Pirelli announced its agreement to acquire the entire share capital of Speed SpA, an Italian company.

Reasons to Purchase

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