Date: July 2006

KYB, the world’s largest manufacturer of original equipment shock absorbers, is strengthening its position as a global aftermarket brand with the opening of a new commercial office in Dubai.

Filling this ‘open point’ will greatly assist with the marketing of KYB products in the Middle East and Africa, further consolidating the company’s position as market leader in both the aftermarket and original equipment sectors.

Mr Kimikazu Gamu has been appointed as the new General Manager to head up this new company, KYB Middle East.

Recent years have seen continued growth for KYB Europe - over three new facilities, including offices and warehouses, have opened in the past two years, strengthening the position of this automotive component brand.

Best known for its shock absorbers, KYB also supplies a number of automotive components to the aftermarket including coil springs, suspension mounting kits and protection kits.

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