BMW Group Executive: Chinese Partners Help Reduce Carbon Emissions in Supply Chain for Core Models

In response to the transformation in the automotive industry and global trade uncertainties, Nikolaus Martin, a member of the BMW Group's board of directors, recently stated to a Xinhua News Agency reporter that BMW places great importance on the Chinese market. Despite turbulent external conditions, the Chinese market and customer demand remain the "top priority" in BMW's global strategy. The transition of Chinese partners in the new energy sector is driving BMW to accelerate its carbon reduction goals.

Martin stated that this strategic resolve stems not only from the scale of the Chinese market but also from its irreplaceable value within BMW's global supply chain system.

Martin is responsible for BMW Group's global procurement and supplier network. He stated that the BMW Group daily gathers over 36 million parts from thousands of suppliers worldwide, deeply intertwined with the global supply chain. Maintaining an open and stable supply chain aligns with the interests of all parties, and the resilience of China's supply chain serves as a crucial support for BMW in addressing global challenges.

"Our commitment to the Chinese market remains unwavering," Martin emphasized, noting that China is BMW's largest single market. BMW will continue to win the market through deeper localization. He believes that the Chinese market is not only a sales market but also a global hub for innovation. China's ability to lead global industrial transformation is remarkable, particularly in the areas of green development and digitalization.

"Chinese partners' operational efficiency in the new energy sector is helping BMW accelerate its global carbon reduction goals," Martin said. Thanks to the rapid transition of Chinese battery suppliers to renewable energy production, the supply chain carbon emissions of BMW's core model, the iX3, in its future strategy have decreased by approximately 42% compared to the previous generation. Additionally, BMW is further collaborating with China to explore secondary raw material solutions, jointly promoting sustainable development in the global industrial chain.

In the fields of digitalization and artificial intelligence, BMW is actively promoting the development of an open data ecosystem, leveraging AI technology to integrate quality and carbon footprint management across the entire industrial chain. Martin stated that in this process, BMW has established deep strategic partnerships with Chinese companies. China's strengths in digital infrastructure and AI application scenarios provide crucial momentum for BMW to deepen its global digital governance.

Martin stated that BMW will continue to adhere to the "Open Technology" strategy, advancing the electrification process while addressing the diverse needs of different markets. Through mutual learning and collaboration, BMW will explore innovative cooperative models to promote a green and low-carbon transformation in global transportation.