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Automotive Chronology 2000-2009 - Stockhouse

Posted: 05 Dec 2009 12:21 AM PST

While I find myself smiling more and more over Cymat's progress in the military arena, and am very confident architectural sales will continue to steadily grow, I guess I get the most excited when it comes to the size of the global automotive market.

Below is my up-to-date Cymat automotive chronology. While I do know of more articles, I am unwilling to post them here until I can get the exact website addresses.

I sincerely hope this turns into an enjoyable weekend read for some people …
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2000 – 2004 – A Brief History
Cymat's share price goes from $1 to almost $6 from Jan 1999 to Jan 2001 - a period of ~15 months. It corrects in Oct 2001 and rallies 3 more times to hit $4 in Mar 2002. At some point, it is revealed that SAF isn't stabilized. Instead, it's just 'AF' without the 'S', and suddenly becomes useless for virtually any commercial application.

The share price plummets starting Jun 2002 and settles at
.335 in Sep 2004 and, then, slowly climbs to
.44 in Dec 2005. This will be the last time Cymat shares hit $1 for a long time to come.

This was long ago in 2001 …
http://composite.about.com/library/PR/2001/blcymat2.htm
Using Google ["Cymat Loss Widens"]
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2006 – May – Cymat Finally Gets It Right
Cymat takes years to finally put the 'S' back in SAF. They thought they had it right in 2000 but, after the momentous spike in the share price; there was a lot of egg on a lot of faces. By 2005, with Dr. Paul Tichauer steering Cymat, the company finally stabilizes the foam. Despite the cells being the same size and the same distance apart, Cymat operations are to remain unprofitable for months to come. Commercialization of SAF-filled auto parts could still be years away.

With R&D completed, Cymat continues to make progress on a number of fronts while drastically cutting costs. Multiple financings are secured, European patents are granted and a number of Tier I and Tier II auto makers are aware of the product and are actively testing it for commercial viability. At this point, partner companies include Decoma, Brembo Brakes, Georg Fischer, L&L Products and Valeo.

Paul Tichauer (former President and CEO) / Speaking with General Motors VP of Global Engineering - Jim Queen says "Cymat's automotive application objective is to achieve a market penetration of approximately 6 lbs per vehicle in the next 10 to 15 years ..."

http://www.sae.org/automag/material/05-2006/1-114-5-54.pdf
Using Google [Cymat "Jim Queen"]
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2006 – Aug – Georg Fischer Automotive (GF) Files for U.S. Aluminum Foam Patent Protection
Leopold Kniewallner, Head, Georg Fischer Automotive Research and Development, files for US patent protection for an apparatus that gravity die-casts aluminum foam casting cores. This affirms Cymat claims that SAF's ultimate replacement of sand casting cores will prove cost effective given it will result in simplified part design, as well as lighter, stronger and quieter aluminum foam-filled hollow parts.

http://www.google.com/patents?id=pceFAAAAEBAJ&dq=kniewallner << Awesome!
Using Google Patents [Kniewallner]
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2006 – Nov – Cymat Teams with GF
With SAF technically sound, Tichauer begins drastic cost cutting and finally gets the technology into the hands of one of the largest parts manufacturers in the world. By now, Georg Fischer has been working with metal foams for several years and a long term licensing agreement is signed whereby, Cymat and GF exchange generous royalty payments for GF casting exclusivity for an undisclosed period of time.

Michael Liik, Executive Chairman says ""Cymat Technologies Ltd. announced today that it has entered into a licensing agreement with Georg Fisher Automotive (GF), a global automotive supplier with revenues in access of $1.5 billion, to develop and manufacture automotive components utilizing Cymat's proprietary Low Pressure Foam Casting (LPFC) aluminum foam technology…"

http://www.cymat.com/PDFs/061127_Georg_Fischer_License_Agreement-FINAL.pdf
http://goliath.ecnext.com/coms2/gi_0199-3706543/Cymat-Georg-Fischer-enter-co.html
http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Cymat+Technologies+Ltd,+Toronto,+Canada,+announced+that+it+has...-a0159786261
Etc... Using Google [Cymat "Georg Fischer"]
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2007 – Sep – GF Presents "Technology Day 2007"
Ferdinand Stutz, Head, Georg Fischer Automotive, presents to a large audience a presentation that mentions an "Innovation Pipeline" with specific mention of "Foamed Components." GF is serious about future SAF casting applications. (This is awesome!)

http://www.georgfischer.com/public/digitalemedienmappe/technology_day_2007/presentation_technologyday07_stutz.pdf http://www.georgfischer.com/628/969/4342/4343.asp
Using Google Patents ["Foamed Components" Ferdinand "Georg Fischer"]
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2007 – Sep – German OEM Orders First Prototype Part from GF
Having installed commercial scale equipment in a GF facility in Switzerland in 2006, GF spending commitments continue until such time as GF has commercialized SAF to the point where a German OEM orders the first ever SAF-filled auto part for testing. Institutional investors offer up an unsolicited investment to keep Cymat operating for another ~2 years. Cymat, by this time, has completed R&D, has negligible debt, is well funded and is not capital expenditure-intensive but, rather, royalty-based - specifically licensing.

Chris Skillen (former President and CEO) "Cymat Technologies Ltd. announced today that its manufacturing partner, Georg Fischer Automotive, a leading global automotive parts supplier, has received its first prototype order utilizing Cymat's proprietary aluminum foam technology (SAF)..."

http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/September2007/18/c2046.html
http://www.azom.com/News.asp?NewsID=10023
http://www.magnesium.com/w3/news-room/news_open.php?news=3203
http://www.foundrymag.com/news/news/71083/automaker_orders_prototype_casting_in_metallic_foam
Etc... Using Google [Cymat Prototype Order]

Also see:
http://www.georgefischer.com/public/publikationen/ug/image_brochure_gf_automotive.pdf (p. 7 - search for "foamed aluminum")
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2007 – Sep – Additional $1.6 million order for Audi Dealer Showrooms

This is still significant in December 2009 because this contract is still on hold thanks to the global recession. All is in good standing between Cymat and Isaria Corporate Design GmbH. Look for this little $1.6 million financial surprise to pop up some time in 2010 or early 2011.

http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/September2007/05/c5484.html
http://www.isaria.com/en/referenzen/audi/schauraumkonzept/fzg-praesentation.html
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2007 – Nov – Cymat Gets Unsolicited Private Placement Financing
~$2.5 million arrives unsolicited and Cymat is very well funded to see the German OEM prototype order through to the end, hopefully in the autumn of 2008, which would make the first prototype part a one-year project. The part was ordered in Sep 2007 and should be accepted hopefully no later than the autumn of 2008.

Chris Skillen (former President and CEO) says "In addition to our success with Cymat's Alusion [architectural] products, demand for our technology and products in the automotive and blast mitigation sectors has strengthened in the recent past. These financial resources will enable the company to accelerate business progress associated with its announced strategy of commercializing its technology."

http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/November2007/05/c4139.html
http://investorsgroup.com/english/prodServices/investments/files/07-03_Fin/F058.pdf
http://www.techfinance.ca/modules/financings/fin.php?finid=7763&dnd=20050624
Etc... Using Google [Mackenzie Cymat Completes Private]

Chris Skillen (former President and CEO) continues "In additional news, Cymat and its innovative products were featured in The History Channel's "Modern Marvels Aluminum" production. This production was the result of a full-days visit to Cymat's facilities in Toronto by their Los Angeles producer and crew. This segment has aired many times in the US and is expected to be shown in Canada shortly. "

Visit www.cymat.com and select "Investor Relations" / "Press Releases" / "Videos"
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2008 – Mar – BMW to Expand US Production by 50% by 2012
BMW is using the strong Euro with weak US Dollar to expand US production in South Carolina. Perhaps these developments are merely on hold because of the global recession?

The Associated Press reports "BMW will spend $750 million to expand its South Carolina production plant and create 500 jobs, the company said Monday. The German automaker will add 1.2 million square feet of production space, and has already started expanding the paint shop at the plant in western South Carolina, said Frank-Peter Arndt, a BMW board member for global production. The news comes two weeks after BMW said it planned to cut 5,000 jobs in Germany and 600 elsewhere, or 7.5 percent of its work force over two years."

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/11/business/11bmw.html?_r=1&adxnnl=1&adxnnlx=1214794781-AgIccJXTi1OF31unHzbVzw&oref=slogin\\
http://jalopnik.com/369681/bmw-to-expand-us-production-by-50
http://www.autoobserver.com/2008/03/bmw-to-expand-in-south-carolina.html
Etc... Using Google ["BMW to expand" Carolina Production]
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2008 – Mar – GF Accepts the First Prototype Part
Roughly six months after the initial prototype order, and after extensive testing on the part of both GF and Cymat, GF finally accepts the prototype part and passes it to the German OEM for testing and eventual acceptance. After years of unprofitable operations, Cymat management, as well as institutional investors, are not finished buying the stock.

Chris Skillen (former President and CEO) says "Cymat announces that it has received acceptance from Georg Fischer for its aluminum foam filled OEM prototype part using its proprietary aluminum foam technology ..."

Leopold Kniewallner (Head, Research and Development, GF) says "This recent result with the prototype component is important confirmation that Cymat aluminum foam has an important role to play in the future of light weighting of automobiles …" (This is awesome!)

http://www.cymat.com/PDFs/Cymat_Reports_Progress_on_Prototype_Part_Mar_26.pdf
http://www.foundrymag.com/frontpage/news/79552/cymat_aluminum_foam_proves_successful_in_prototype_part
Etc... Using Google [Cymat Prototype Accept]
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2008 – Jul – If at first you don't succeed (with a foam-filled steering knuckle)
Very little is said about the first-ever foam-filled part accepted by GF in March, 2008. According to my sources, the foam performed well but didn't really achieve what the OEM was looking for. The German OEM decided that a foam-filled steering knuckle did not effectively deal with brake squeal. It's not to say that SAF failed, but rather to say there is probably a better material out there somewhere to deal with this challenge.

Nonetheless, Cymat is well funded and well on its way to penetrating the global automotive market. This all stems from initial research conducted and published by MIT in 2006:

http://web.mit.edu/icl/ADMINISTRATIVE%20PROPOSAL%208%202%2006.pdf
http://www.cymat.com/Article.aspx?aid=45&cid=17&pid=2
Using Google [MIT Volvo Ford "aluminum foam"]
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2008 – Aug – CYMAT Named a Leading Global Supplier of Front End Modules
ReportByer.com has offered up a 318 page report for ~ $1,400 a copy that lists CYMAT as a leading front end supplier along with the likes of BASF, Bayer, Valeo and Visteon.

http://www.reportbuyer.com/automotive/misc_automotive/front_end_modules_report.html
Search for [Cymat]
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2008 - Sep - Swinburne University (Australia) Announces AL Foam-related Computer Modeling
Swinburne University confirms what everybody already knows - the future of the automotive industry is in light-weighting vehicles. One of the most important aspects of using SAF for many applications is to be able to predict the behavior of SAF prior to mass-production using computer models. (See PDF page #3.)

http://www.swinburne.edu.au/magazine/pdfs/Swin_0809.pdf
http://www.swinburne.edu.au/magazine/3/71/the-sandwich-factor-for-safer-cars/
http://www.aluminum.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home&CONTENTID=26941&TEMPLATE=/CM/HTMLDisplay.cfm
Using Google [swinburne cymat]
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2008 – Oct – Valeo and L&L Products are progressing with CYMAT SAF
As part of the 2008 AGM, held October 2, 2008 in Toronto, Valeo are actively offering SAF-filled crash boxes to European OEMs and L&L Products are still using foam to fill A, B and C pillars.

For recorded audio of the CYMAT 2008 Annual General Meeting (AGM) please go to YouTube.com and search for CYMAT.

Audio of 2008 AGM:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnoMXtZH6TQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fj_Qq59e0pc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ryo9tCNzrrA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eq7CmsGLuM

Transcription of 2008 AGM:
http://www.stockhouse.com/bullboards/MessageDetail.aspx?s=CYM&t=LIST&m=23853270&l=0&pd=1&r=0
http://www.stockhouse.com/bullboards/MessageDetail.aspx?s=CYM&t=LIST&m=23853268&l=0&pd=1&r=0
http://www.stockhouse.com/bullboards/MessageDetail.aspx?s=CYM&t=LIST&m=23853266&l=0&pd=1&r=0
http://www.stockhouse.com/bullboards/MessageDetail.aspx?s=CYM&t=LIST&m=23853265&l=0&pd=1&r=0
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2009 – Feb –Cymat Announces Completion of Prototypes for Major German OEM

This time, instead of a steering knuckle, it's an engine mount. It's much simpler with no moving parts, no sub-assembly, etc. It's just a hollow part that is filled with SAF to improve overall NHV properties. I think it has a much better chance of success given its simplicity.

Tim Hardman, President and COO says "Following our November 17, 2008 announcement of a project to investigate the use of Stabilized Aluminum Foam (SAF) to improve noise vibration and harshness properties in a specific chassis component for a major German OEM, I am pleased to announce that prototype parts have been completed and shipped to the customer for analysis. We are pleased with our in-house analysis of the parts."

http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/February2009/23/c2985.html
http://www.cymat.com/PDFs/Cymat%20Announces%20Progress%20on%20Automotive%20Initiatives%20Feb%20200.pdf
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2009 – Mar – Material with Potential

Leopold Kniewallner, Head, Georg Fischer Automotive Research and Development, contributes an article to a European magazine entitled "Automobil Produktion." The article is entitled "Werkstoff mit Potenzial" which translates from German into English as "Material with Potential." Note that it is Kniewallner that files for US patent protection of Aluminum Foam back in August, 2006 – Kniewallner is a GF Big-Wig.

http://www.automotive.georgfischer.com/docs/content2.aspx?id=25115&domid=10000&sp=E&addlastid=0&m1=23968&m2=23999&m3=25115
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2009 – Mar – 2009 Investor Presentation

This is a great corporate presentation shown to investors by Cymat in 2009 to raise money to fund ongoing commercialization efforts. Open the PDF and specifically read pages 13 thru 16. Note the ongoing relation with GF and the specific reference to SAF-filled engine mounts for a 2010 [German] model.

http://www.cymat.com/PDFs/CymatInvestorPresentationFeb%2009(Final)Revised.pdf
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2009 – Apr – Human Bones

Munroe & Associates circulates a report to some 1,400 global manufacturers that showcases CYMAT SAF. Munroe & Associates is a consulting firm that has a long history of advising a number of global manufacturers from BMW to Caterpillar, Raytheon to Kenworth, Boeing, etc... Like GF, the report makes direct comparison between SAF and human bones.

http://www.leandesign.com/NL_AL_bone.html
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2009 – Apr – Cymat Announces $2.6 Million in Private Placement Financing

Thanks to the March 2009 Investor Presentation, the company has successfully raised $2.6 million to fund ongoing commercialization initiatives. Remember – the military line of products is just starting to take off at this time requiring more and more of Cymat's resources. Moreover, the global car industry is in the midst of the worst market conditions in decades. Nonetheless, Cymat is debt-free and well-financed.

http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/April2009/30/c6990.html
http://www.frasermackenzie.com/investtrans.html
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2009 – Jul – 2009 Cymat AGM

Cymat specifically lists:
- Crash Management (Valeo)
o North American Electric Car Market
o German OEM Side Impact B pillar
o Japanese tier 1 crash elements
- Reinforcement of Structural Components (L&L Europe)
o A, B, C Pillars
o Frame Rails
o Casting Cores
- 3-Point Bend
- NVH Major German OEM (GF engine mount)
- Mentions "2010/11 models" on a "3-Family Platform"

I am confident these long-term initiatives will begin to generate substantial revenue in calendar year 2010. Remember long standing relationships with L&L Europe, Valeo and, most importantly, Georg Fischer, which have been years in the making.

Read pages 12 to 15 in the corresponding PDF file download.
http://www.cymat.com/PDFs/presAGM2009.pdf
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2009 – Oct – SAF-Filled Engine Mount Final Report

From the Cymat Q1/FY10 MD&A: "On the automotive front, the Company in fiscal 2009, in cooperation with Georg Fischer Automotive ("GF") received, produced and delivered an order for prototype parts from a leading German automobile manufacturer using Cymat's proprietary SAF technology. The automobile manufacturer continues to test the use of SAF as a dampening medium within a certain chassis component to improve noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) performance with results likely to be published in October 2009."

It is now December, 2009 and no such report has been produced by Cymat. Don't forget – the entire global automotive industry is in a huge mess called a global recession. It's not to say that smart car companies don't stop spending on R&D, it's to say that this technology is getting more and more hush, hush because, in my opinion, as it nears perfection, more and more people will realize just how valuable this aluminum technology is.

http://www.cymat.com/PDFs/MDA%20Q1%202010.pdf (p. 5)
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2009 – Dec – GF Move More with Lightness

GF currently publishes a competency brochure that specifically mentions aluminum foam (with multiple photographs) that makes GF's relationship with Cymat very, very clear. Remember, this is a long-term relationship whereby GF demanded long-term European exclusivity.

Select the "Move More with Lightness" competence brochure and search for "foam" in the corresponding PDF file:
http://www.automotive.georgfischer.com/docs/content1.aspx?id=23994&domid=10000&sp=E&addlastid=0&m1=23968&m2=23994&newsid=
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Remember the global recession and try to understand why it will take more time for the automotive aspect of Cymat to really boom. In the meantime, military looks it is going to boom very soon and panel orders continue to grow.

I must say though, I find the automotive market the most interesting when it comes to Cymat.

Patience …
Will

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Update on Indian automotive industry - SteelGuru

Posted: 04 Dec 2009 08:47 PM PST

Mr Arun Yadav minister of state for Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises informed the Lok Sabha that as per the information furnished by Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers the automotive industry is working in developing engines with better performance on CNG.

The automotive industry is already in process of introducing better performing CNG vehicles, which has always been an ongoing processes for the next stage of emission norms scheduled from April 1st 2010. These engines will be developed to meet Bharat Stage IV Emission norms to be applicable from April 1st 2010.

Automobile Industry has always endeavored to continuously improve their vehicle technology for better performance, lower emissions and improved fuel efficiency. These developments are being done across the board for CNG three wheelers, cars, small trucks and buses.

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Where Are We On the Automotive Front? - Stockhouse

Posted: 04 Dec 2009 06:09 PM PST

TORONTO, Feb. 23 /CNW/ --
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Listing: TSX
Symbol: CYM
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TORONTO, Feb. 23 /CNW/ - Cymat Technologies Ltd (symbol CYM, TSX) announces that it has completed its previously announced project of casting prototype parts for a 2010 vehicle platform on behalf of a leading German automobile manufacturer using Cymat's proprietary aluminum foam technology (SAF).

Tim Hardman, the company's President said, "Following our November 17, 2008 announcement of a project to investigate the use of Stabilized Aluminum Foam (SAF) to improve noise vibration and harshness properties in a specific chassis component for a major German OEM, I am pleased to announce that prototype parts have been completed and shipped to the customer for analysis. We are pleased with our inhouse analysis of the parts."

"In addition, the same OEM has expressed interest in the use of SAF as a structural crash protection enhancement element for an existing model. We have, in collaboration with our partners at Georg Fischer, submitted project specifications and are awaiting their approval to proceed," he continued.

About Cymat:

Cymat develops innovative materials for industry. The company has worldwide rights, through patents and licenses, for producing Stabilized Aluminum Foam. The ultra-light metallic foam is manufactured by bubbling gas through molten alloyed aluminum containing a dispersion of fine ceramic particles and can be produced as either Near-net Shapes or Flat Panels. The result is a revolutionary material with a wide array of features including very low density, mechanical energy absorption, thermal and acoustic insulation, is recyclable, time and temperature insensitive and has a relatively low cost of production. Cymat is collaborating with a number of partners spanning the automotive, architectural and blast mitigation industries. For further information, visit the Web site www.cymat.com.

The foregoing press release contains forward-looking statements relating to the development of markets, development programs, future revenues and improvements in technology, which are subject to important risks and uncertainties. The results or events predicted in these statements may differ materially from actual results or events. Factors which could cause results or events to differ from current expectations include the availability of funding, existing and future relationships with suppliers and manufacturers, the results of research and development activities, risks of technological breakthroughs that make Cymat stabilized aluminum foam less attractive, risks relating to the breadth, scope and enforceability of intellectual property rights, general industry and market conditions, availability of qualified personnel, and reliance on co-development partners. For additional information with respect to these and other factors, see the reports filed by Cymat Technologies Ltd. with the Ontario Securities Commission. Cymat Technologies Ltd. disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.

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MSC.Software Drives Engineering Innovation at PROTON - PR-USA.net

Posted: 04 Dec 2009 10:41 PM PST

MSC.Software, a leading global provider of engineering simulation software and services, today announced that PROTON, one of Asia's leading automobile manufacturers, has been using MSC.Software's computer aided engineering (CAE) solutions to help drive its product development efficiency.

Based in Malaysia, PROTON has established itself as a unique automobile manufacturer by providing its customers with innovative products that adhere to strict advanced technology standards, leveraging its engineering expertise to meet customer requirements for quality, cost-competitive products.

PROTON has adopted MSC.Software's full range of engineering analysis solutions including Nastran, Patran, Adams and Marc to create a reliable engineering environment that develops and tests virtual prototypes of components and subsystems, saving time and resources when compared to the conventional "build and test" process. PROTON's engineering innovation goes beyond simple component level design, extending into complex mechanical assembly engineering including chassis design with compliant parts and connections. PROTON also faces complex, multidiscipline engineering scenarios like vibration, friction and noise that require a full range of engineering analysis tools to provide quick, accurate, and reliable virtual prototypes. Using MSC.Software solutions, PROTON has been able to optimize important vehicle characteristics like performance, safety and comfort, introduce innovative high-quality products in ever-shorter time cycles, and react more flexibly and quickly to changing customer requirements.

"Our primary focus has been on building a reliable engineering organization capable of meeting PROTON's objectives in delivering innovative and cost-efficient vehicles," said Hj Tajul Zahari Abu Bakar, Director of Engineering, PROTON Holdings Berhad. "We have been successful in doing so, and able to cut costs while improving quality and reducing time-to-market. Computer aided engineering technology has been a significant competitive edge for succeeding in a highly competitive automotive industry and MSC.Software has helped to support these initiatives. Our drive for engineering innovation will enable us to continue enhancing our competitiveness by improving our engineering development process and driving production efficiency."

"Engineering simulation is more important to the automotive industry than ever before," said David Yuen, Vice President and Managing Director, MSC.Software Asia Pacific. "The changing automotive landscape is challenging automotive manufacturers to reduce costs while increasing their level of sophistication in the manufacturing process. Engineering simulation has never been so much in the forefront than now in helping automotive makers in achieving their business goals."

"Collaborating with leading automotive companies such as PROTON enables MSC.Software to continue defining the increasing role of engineering simulation applications in the future of vehicle development. We are proud to play an active part in PROTON's process of automotive development," said Alias Isa, regional director, MSC.Software ASEAN.

About PROTON

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About MSC.Software Corporation

MSC.Software is the Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) industry's original leader, growing from "the Nastran company" into a true market and technology leader for simulation software that includes linear and nonlinear finite element analysis (FEA), multi-body dynamics, control systems, and many other applications. Our products accurately and reliably predict how products will behave in the real world to help engineers design better, more innovative products -- quickly and cost effectively. Using MSC products, companies are able to eliminate slow and costly physical testing by creating and testing "virtual prototypes" that can be quickly evaluated for performance in any environment or conditions to achieve lasting competitive advantage. For additional information about MSC Software's products and services, please visit www.mscsoftware.com.

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