If managing a merger of two independent manufacturers is complex, imagine what it will be like to execute the one that the FCA Group has proposed to Renault Group. The Gallic builder maintains an alliance with Nissan y Mitsubishi and therefore it is not only like the Italian American. For this reason, the house of the rhombus cannot treat this invitation as something independent, since its partners also have the right to comment, and perhaps to veto.
To this day, the Renault Group is deciding on the document that the FCA Group sent him a few days ago. However, she is also in talks with Nissan y Mitsubishi. It is true that the weight of the gala is greater in the Japanese firm, but if it had not been for her, she would not have gotten where she is today. Furthermore, the incorporation of Mitsubishi to the alliance slightly increases the power of the Japanese firm over the merger decision.
Nissan has to study in what terms it will be after the merger
As usual, in the face of so much noise, Nissan y Mitsubishi they are studying what to do. The Yokohama house has met with its two partners, as it was planned long ago. In this appointment, in addition to other topics, they have talked about their future. Apparently, Nissan has indicated that not ready for this merger, but that in principle would not oppose her. For its part, Renault asked him to accept its merger plans with the FCA Group.
According to declared Nissan Chairman and CEO Hiroto Saikawa
"First I want to see how good opportunities will provide for the current alliance» […] «Then I want to see what impact will have in Nissan and confirm its benefits »
All those involved await the decision of the Renault Group
For its part, Renault has indicated that, if the merger is confirmed, they would continue betting on their alianza with Japanese builders. To these statements must be added those made by the FCA Group. The Italian-American constructor has indicated that the merger proposal made does not leave out any firm. Therefore, they would be inviting Nissan y Mitsubishi to join, thus becoming the largest builder in the world.
However, the possible merger between the two manufacturers will still give much to talk about next week and the coming months. It doesn't matter what the answer is Renault Group, but if it is positive, we could attend a mega restructuring of manufacturers in the world automobile sector. What will be next, that the Volkswagen Group and Ford come together. It would not be strange to see it because the bases are being woven.
Source - Automotive News