The expansion of SKF

in Hauts-de-France

"The local authorities here have always been very supportive. They consistently help us with all our projects, with paperwork and sometimes funding." Gilles Ofcard, Factory manager of SKF's plant in Valenciennes.

Published on 04.03.2018

Nord France Invest

SKF specializes in the production of ball bearings, used in particular in the aerospace industry. They have 103 production sites in 24 countries.

SKF’s expansion project in Hauts-de-France

Following its investment in 2016, SKF’s Valenciennes site has become a global center of excellence. In 2017, the company is reinvesting €5 million to create a test center and bring its site into Industry 4.0.

Why did SKF chose the Hauts-de-France Region?

“Our main reasons for investing in the region are:

Excellent logistics. At the heart of Europe, a fast motorway network, and international airports nearby to ship our products worldwide in record time.

The industrial culture. It’s very strong in Hauts-de-France.

A deep pool of skilled labor

Gilles Ofcard, Factory manager of SKF’s plant in Valenciennes.

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