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Consensus, Co-research & Co-creation: Chery Joins Hands with VAMA & GONVVAMA to Explore Next-Generation Body Technology

As Christmas approaches, the festive atmosphere has quietly taken over Chery Automobile’s Global R&D Center. On December 18, the Chery-VAMA & GONVVAMA Supply Chain Technology Co-creation Exchange Day was held here. Bringing their latest advanced high-strength steel products and multi-component integration solutions, VAMA and GONVVAMA teamed up with experts from Chery’s procurement, materials, and body R&D departments to discuss the future trends of body technology amid the global electrification drive. Attendees included He Gang, Member of the Standing Committee of the Chizhou Municipal Party Committee; Wang Ting, Vice President and Executive Director of the Procurement Center at Chery Automobile Co., Ltd.; Zhou Jian, General Manager and CEO of VAMA; and Ma Liyu, CEO of GONVVAMA. For "Tech-focused Chery", innovation starts from real user scenarios, runs through rigorous R&D processes, and ultimately aims to apply cutting-edge technologies to every single component with precision and reliability, building high-quality products that stand out in the global market. This philosophy aligns perfectly with that of VAMA and GONVVAMA. As the carrier of ArcelorMittal’s advanced high-strength steel technologies in China, VAMA offers the Chinese automotive industry more than just steel materials—it provides a full range of integrated steel solutions for automobiles, covering everything from material R&D to application implementation, helping automakers push the boundaries of performance for their innovative concepts. Unified by their shared commitment to "forward R&D" and "customer-centricity", the cooperation between the two sides goes far beyond a traditional supplier-manufacturer relationship. In his opening speech, Zhou Jian, General Manager and CEO of VAMA, cited Chery’s practice of "Global Co-research, Global Sharing, Global Symbiosis" and noted with deep feeling: "Genuine innovation and breakthroughs stem from close technical co-creation like what we’re doing today." He expressed his hope that "the voice of technological co-creation will echo across Fengming Lake." Wang Ting, Vice President and Executive Director of the Procurement Center at Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., thanked VAMA and GONVVAMA for their innovative products and technologies, and put forward three expectations for future cooperation: Jointly explore next-generation high-strength and tough automotive steel, leveraging material performance upgrades to drive more integrated, simplified and safer body designs, and strike a balance between lightweighting and structural efficiency. Accelerate the implementation of multi-component integration solutions, and achieve the goals of weight reduction, cost cutting and efficiency improvement through integrated, modular high-performance steel components. Collaborate on developing cost-effective battery pack solutions. On the premise of ensuring absolute safety, create more reliable, efficient and cost-competitive battery pack systems through the collaborative innovation of materials and structures, enhancing the global competitiveness of next-generation products. He stated, "We look forward to carrying out early-stage and in-depth collaborative innovation with leading material partners like ArcelorMittal, VAMA and GONVVAMA. With an open mindset and professional perspective, we will jointly transform ArcelorMittal’s expertise into safer, more efficient and superior mobility tools for the next generation, and work together to win a broader future in the global market." In the field of advanced high-strength steel and lightweighting, the two sides focused on how to translate material breakthroughs into the performance advantages of car bodies. Discussions, covering both aluminized silicon coated hot-formed steel and cold-formed high-strength steel, went beyond mere material parameters and delved into how material characteristics can be deeply integrated with Chery’s vehicle architecture design and performance targets. Discussions around multi part integration and steel battery packs have also raised manufacturing efficiency and body safety to a new level. Body integration has become an important way to optimize manufacturing processes and ensure quality consistency. Currently, Yujian™  Multi Part Integration Solutions—such as dual door rings and integrated rear body frames—have completed preliminary research for multiple vehicle models. The steel battery pack solution has fully demonstrated the full-cycle collaborative verification capabilities from material selection and structural design to production feasibility, striving to find the optimal balance between safety, cost and lightweighting, and meeting the stringent requirements of the new national standards. At the technical exchange event, participating experts focused on their respective areas of expertise and engaged in in-depth discussions and brainstorming across multiple technical directions. Starting with consensus and moving forward through co-research, the two sides look forward to turning more integrated and innovative solutions into reality through continuous in-depth collaboration, and jointly setting the benchmark for next-generation mobility.

Yujian™ Wins Another Award, Driving Automotive Manufacturing Advancement Through Continuous Innovation

The core value of technological innovation lies in systematically improving industrial efficiency. It is the fundamental path to drive the intelligent and sustainable transformation of the automotive industry. On December 5th, the Yujian™ multi-part integration solution, jointly launched by VAMA and GONVVAMA, gained further recognition from the industry and won the " Automotive Sustaining Power Award 2025". This once again confirms that Yujian™, as an integrated technology developed and verified through years of efforts, continues to create tangible industrial value for the automotive manufacturing sector. The essence of the Yujian™ solution is rooted in ArcelorMittal’s long-term exploration and accumulation in advanced high-strength steel and hot stamping technology. Building on this foundation, VAMA & GONVVAMA have achieved full-chain value enhancement from high-end steel materials to forming processes through continuous technological innovation and process optimization. They have set an industry benchmark in vehicle body lightweighting, safety, and production efficiency. Proven by numerous local projects, Yujian™ has become a reliable choice for automakers to address the challenges of flexible production across multiple platforms and models, effectively helping improve the agility and efficiency of automotive manufacturing. In the future, VAMA & GONVVAMA will continue to deepen innovations in advanced high-strength steel and application technologies. They are committed to providing more mature and reliable solutions for the green and intelligent transformation of the automotive industry, and continuously exploring more possibilities for the future of manufacturing.

GONVVAMA Wins Melexis Innovation Award With Yujian™ Multi Part Integration Solution

On November 29, 2025, the Benelux Chamber of Commerce's annual gala was held at Paramount Shanghai, creating a sparkling and exciting atmosphere. ArcelorMittal Yujian™ Multi Part Integrated Solution (Yujian™ Solution for short) applied by GONVVAMA stood out in a tough competition among many strong entries and won the 2025 Melexis Innovation Award. The award was presented to Billy MA, CEO of GONVVAMA, in recognition of GONVVAMA's groundbreaking innovation and forward-thinking approach. This year's event was special because it included the "Best of Benelux Awards" for the first time. These awards recognize companies and teams that have made big contributions to the Benelux community in China. The evening featured three major awards: KBC Best Enterprise Award, Rituals Best Team Award, and Melexis Innovation Award. After careful judging, the Yujian™ solution was selected alongside another top company for the Melexis Innovation Award, thanks to its excellent performance in making cars lighter, more modular, and safer. During the on-site presentation, GONVVAMA's Chief Technology Officer, Yannick Yin, shared the key ideas and benefits of the Yujian™ solution with everyone. Car makers often struggle to balance making vehicles lighter, safer, cheaper, and faster to market. The Yujian™ solution solves this by using laser welding and hot-formed steel to combine separate parts into one complete module. This reduces weight, boosts performance, and keeps design and production flexible. For example, in one case with six Yujian™ applications, it cut the number of parts by 75%, reduced weld points by 567, and shrank assembly space by 14% compared to traditional designs. In the end, the Yujian™ solution earned the Melexis Innovation Award with strong leads in both online public voting and on-site judging. This win not only highlights the solution's innovative value but also celebrates the hard work and ongoing dedication of the VAMA & GONVVAMA team. VAMA & GONVVAMA have always focused on using advanced technology to drive sustainable growth in the auto industry. Moving forward, we will keep innovating to deliver lighter, safer, and greener solutions for our customers, and contribute more ideas and efforts to the high-quality development of China's auto sector.