GETRAG FORD Transmissions

Our visions and values for achieving success together

The company was founded in 2001 as a 50:50 joint venture between GETRAG and Ford of Europe. As a full service system supplier, GETRAG FORD Transmissions develops and manufactures transmissions.

Management:

_______from left to right: Michael McMillan, John McDonald, Rolf Najork, Mihir Kotecha



The following companies belong to the corporate group:

• GETRAG FORD Transmissions GmbH with sites in Cologne, Bordeaux and Halewood
• GETRAG FORD Transmissions Sweden A.B. in Gothenburg
• GETRAG FORD Transmissions Slovakia s.r.o. in Kechnec

Our company philosophy was developed in workshops specially organised for the purpose when the joint venture was set up. Drawing on that philosophy, we have set out the vision and values that define our corporate identity, guide our actions and point the way to the future.

Our vision is made up of seven core elements. Our values form the basis for our work together and for the implementation of our vision. Thus each gear meshes with its neighbours.

People:
Our company’s success is based on people. An attractive working environment, willingness to change and balance of freedom and responsibility will create the basis to allow individuals to reach their full potential in work and private life.

Products and Innovation:
Though innovative products and advanced manufacturing technologies, we will ensure that we are the leading provider for powertrain systems and services.

Values:
We life our common values in everything we do to create an entrepreneurial and socially responsible company culture. Our seven values are: fairness, willingness to take responsibility, respect, honesty, consistency, passion, trust.

Environment:
In the interest of our company as well as present and future generations, responsibility for the environment is an integral part of our daily business.

Quality:
The pride we take in our products, services and processes will continually improve our standards of quality and excellence in all we do.

Business partners:
Fair and reliable relations with our business partners will lead to mutual success and sustainable growth.

Success:
The company’s success is the energy that drives us to achieve an excellent image, profitability and growth, making us the supplier and employer of choice.