BEHIND THE SCENES AT KIA MOTORS
the local Zilina region , employees and the plant . We provide extensive bus transportation for 2,500 of our 3,800 staff to get to and from work with 10,000 kilometres covered by the buses on a daily basis .
The Zilina plant is currently accommodating around 70 students on scholarship programs for secondary and university level students with many welcomed back to full-time employment with Kia Motors Slovakia after studies .”
Beginning of production
Logistics Running such a large operation doesn ’ t come without logistical challenges for Kia . For example , the recent economic sanctions placed on Russia , although not including automotive , saw an economic impact which led to a significant downturn in the Russian new car market . Luckily for the company , whilst Russia has been a major market for Zilina the production processes are sufficiently flexible to permit a reduction in Russian market vehicles and an increase in other market vehicles .
Energy consumption is another aspect that needs constant monitoring , especially with fluctuating fuel prices . Also , the Slovakian business
The fast-paced assembly line
60 cars are completed each hour
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