MarkLines

MarkLines is a specialized information service provider catering to the automotive industry. The company operates a comprehensive database that includes information on approximately 60,000 automotive parts suppliers worldwide, including those in developing countries. Clients can search for suppliers by part name, type, or manufacturing process, and view the locations of their plants on a map. This service is particularly valuable for companies looking to save time and money by accessing essential information about automotive production globally.

MarkLines also serves as a promotional B2B hub, marketing products and services to targeted audiences, including Japanese automakers and tier 1 suppliers. The company provides detailed data on OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) plants, categorized by production model, capacity, and actual production. This data can be filtered by OEM and country, and is updated regularly to reflect changes in major HV (Hybrid Vehicle), PHV (Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle), EV (Electric Vehicle), and FCV (Fuel Cell Vehicle) models.

Additionally, MarkLines offers a 'Who Supplies Whom' section that provides supply chain information filtered by part and model for around 300 components across regions such as Japan, Europe, the U.S., China, and India. The platform also features monthly reports on international OEMs, regional trends, exhibitions, technology, the environment, and safety, among other topics. These reports are supplemented with pictures from exhibitions and information on panels.

MarkLines generates revenue through its membership-based information service, which offers daily automotive industry news in Japanese, English, and Chinese. This news includes the latest trends of automakers and suppliers, plant operation statuses, new models, motor shows, and automotive policies of various countries.

Keywords: automotive, database, suppliers, OEM, B2B, HV, PHV, EV, FCV, industry news.