Magyar Suzuki celebrates 20th anniversary

ESZTERGOM, Hungary - – A special anniversary is celebrated at the end of this month by Magyar Suzuki Corporation (MSC) as the company was founded 20 years ago, in April 1991.

The company was established by its major shareholder Suzuki Motor Corporation in 1991. The kick-off model, the first generation Swift in Hungary rolled off the production line in 1992, followed by Wagon R+ in 2000, Ignis in 2003, the 2nd generation Swift in 2005, SX4 in 2006, Splash in 2008 and the new Swift in June 2010.

Since the establishment of MSC, the Esztergom factory has undergone several expansions from the original greenfield investment. Currently operation takes place in five shop units (stamping, welding, painting, assembly and bumper).

In 2010 MSC produced 170,000 vehicles. In addition to the 3,500 jobs at the Suzuki factory, the company provides work opportunity for thousands of people in Hungary through its circle of suppliers and dealers.

Source: Magyar Suzuki