We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive company visit to DEFA Technology's factory in Wuxi. DEFA is a leading Norwegian technology company with a significant presence in the Wuxi National Hi-Tech Development Zone.

Established in 1946, DEFA has grown into a global leader in innovative electrical preheating and charging systems, with employees in seven countries on three continents. For more than 75 years, DEFA has evolved from a local family business to an international charging company, delivering significant value to both industry-leading manufacturers and individual consumers. The company is particularly acclaimed for its "no idle" charging and heating solutions.

DEFA's Wuxi facility is a cornerstone of their international operations, featuring advanced manufacturing capabilities and state-of-the-art equipment dedicated to producing high-quality solutions tailored to the automotive and industrial sectors.

Date

Thursday, July 3rd, 2025

Location

DEFA Technology (Wuxi) Co., Ltd.

Agenda

12:30 – 14:30: Bus transfer to DEFA (Meeting Point Bund Center, Huangpu District Shanghai)

14:30: Arrival at DEFA & Reception of Guests

15:00: Welcome by Bård Klungseth, Chief Executive Officer of DEFA Group

15:30: Presentation: "The Toyota Production System – and its Realization at DEFA" by Wolfgang Beuck, Executive Vice President & MD of DEFA Technology

16:45: Tour of the factory

17:30: Dinner and Mingling Session

19:00: End of Event & Bus back to Bund Center

The event will be joined by senior representatives from DEFA and guests from the Wuxi Chamber of Commerce. Building on this dynamic, the visit provides a valuable platform for cross-industry exchange and collaboration. Participants will gain insights into DEFA's innovative practices and be equipped with a deeper understanding of its operational excellence, product innovation, and manufacturing strategy, offering a unique opportunity to see how Norwegian technology is adapted and applied within China's industrial landscape.

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