Stellantis has initiated work at its Verrone plant in the province of Biella, preparing 56 machine tools for the production of electric vehicle components for electric drive modules (EDM). These modules are currently manufactured at various Stellantis facilities across Europe. Six of these machines are already being installed, and production at Verrone is scheduled to begin by the end of 2027.
The investment of over €38 million in the Piedmontese plant aligns with the preliminary activities of the “Piano Italia,” presented on December 17 to the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT). This plan places Italy at the core of Stellantis’ strategies, focusing on increasing the production of electric and hybrid models, preserving employment levels, and implementing workforce integration, training, and reskilling programs.
Verrone will manufacture steel shafts and gears crucial for the electric powertrains of future vehicles based on the STLA Small platform. The facility aims to produce over 400,000 components annually at full capacity. Additionally, market trends in the European automotive sector will determine whether production capacity will be expanded to an additional 200,000 components in the following years.
Under the leadership of Liliana Caminiti, the Verrone plant stands out as a key electric vehicle components manufacturing hub for Stellantis. With approximately 350 employees and a surface area of 300,000 square meters, the facility produced over 200,000 transmissions last year, primarily for Stellantis plants in Melfi, Pomigliano, and Atessa.
“We are proud of this investment,” stated Jean Philippe Imparato, Chief Operating Officer of Enlarged Europe. “It aligns with our ongoing initiatives across various European markets, propelling us into the future while reaffirming the expertise and dedication of our workforce in all Stellantis plants in Italy. Whether in vehicle production, commercial vehicles, components, engines, or transmissions, we are proving that success is possible through collective effort.”