For more than 100 years, the Michelin Group has been at the forefront of innovation, creating ways for customers to get around more safely, effectively, and comfortably. From detachable bicycle tyres to the invention of the radial, from environmentally friendly tyres to the revolutionary PAX System and tyres for the space shuttle, Michelin has always been a pioneer in technology in every tyre category. It is this commitment in staying ahead of the race that has often made Michelin the benchmark among prestigious car-makers and racing teams.
Today the Group has operations in more than 170 countries and employs a dynamic workforce of more than 125,000 employees worldwide. Michelin established its Australian office in 1997 to provide direction, strategy and services to our individual businesses in the country.
Overview of company
Leader on the world Tyre market
- market share:19.4%
- A sales network covering 170 countries
Production sites within the markets
In 2005, 71 plants in 19 countries produced:
- 197 million tyres and
- 20 million maps and guides.
Highly-qualified staff
- Over 129,000 employees of all backgrounds and cultures
- including 4,000 research engineers in Europe,
- the United States and Asia.
Michelin in Australia
Michelin Australia Pty Ltd was launched in October in 1997 to manage and develop the markets of Australia, New Zealand and some of the Pacific islands like New Caledonia, Fiji, Samoa and Tahiti. Prior to this, the Michelin brand had been in present in Australia for the last 50 years through its importation by sales distributors. Michelin's head office in Australia expanded and was relocated to Port Melbourne in Melbourne in 2001. This office houses all its national management and operational staff, including departments like customer service, product management, marketing, logistics, finance, personnel, communication and information technology.
History
In 1891, a cyclist called in on the Michelin factory with a flat tyre. Edouard Michelin personally repaired the tyre, which was glued to the wheel rim. He realised that increased tyre use was impossible without a quick, simple method of personal tyre repair. His research led to the patenting of the first "removable tyre".
