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Warning over automotive parts shortages

26 April 2011
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Warning over automotive parts shortagesBritain's automotive sector may be facing substantial threats from parts shortages, according to one industry leader.

General Motors Europe chief executive Nick Reilly stated the competitiveness of companies is being affected by a lack of items being made in the UK.

Speaking to the BBC, he said: "I think it's the most critical issue facing the automotive industry in the UK."

Mr Reilly added: "We'll never be able to compete with another country where the suppliers are surrounding the car plants."

This may affect lean manufacturing processes, as operations management professionals attempt to source parts and keep production running among those businesses affected by shortages of parts manufacturers.

Supply chains in the UK's automotive industry have been severely disrupted in recent weeks as a result of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami affecting availability of materials for the manufacture of vehicles.ADNFCR-3058-ID-800511191-ADNFCR
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