The year 2024 is drawing to a close and proved to be as challenging over the course of the months as had been anticipated at the beginning. The slowdown in the global economy - particularly in the automotive sector - did not leave Hengst unscathed and presented us with a number of challenges. However, we would not be “The SMART Alternative” if we did not face up to these challenges and grow together with our customers.
Despite all this, we can therefore look back on a successful year in many respects. New product groups such as crankcase ventilations, oil pans and kits have been very well received by the market, as has our latest product development, the sustainable Blue.balance filter insert. This had its premiere at Automechanika in Frankfurt, which we experienced with great gratitude for countless enriching discussions with customers and business partners. This direct exchange is very valuable for us to offer our customers the best possible solutions for a strong partnership. Thank you for your trust in our expertise and products.
We will take this momentum and the energy for new projects and plans with us into the new year. May it be a peaceful year for all of us, characterized by trust in our joint success and personal satisfaction. I would like to thank you for your loyalty and wish you and your families a blessed holiday season.
Yours,
Oliver Nabrotzky
Group Vice President Aftermarket
Hengst SE, Nienkamp 55-85, Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
