Star Transmission Cugir SRL

The Daimler subsidiary, Star Transmission, was established in 2001. Since then, gearwheels, shafts as well as machined components for engines, transmissions and steering systems are being produced at the Cugir location. Moreover, the technology centre, which contains the production of prototypes and a training centre, is located here. The Sebes location started the assembly of 5-speed automatic transmissions in 2013. The start of the assembly of 7G-DCT dual-clutch transmissions in Sebes this year provides additional capacities beyond the manufacturing operations previously concentrated exclusively in Stuttgart. The Company currently employs a total workforce of more than 1,200 people. With support from the Romanian Government, Star Transmission is one of the first Romanian companies to offer a dual education system modelled in accordance with the German state of Baden-Wuerttemberg. The goal of the dual education system is to offer young people in the Alba region a good career outlook while ensuring the development of young talents for Star Transmission. Since September 2013, the plant has been training young people in technical professions, such as electromechanical worker or casting modeler, for example. To further optimize the working conditions for its more than 1,200 employees, Star Transmission has been offering a health program since late 2013. A doctor's office on the plant premises provides free medical check-ups and advice on ergonomics for the employees. In addition, once a week, the employees can get medical examinations from specialists, such as cardiologists, dermatologists and professional nutritionists.