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Today, our side-door latches are installed in one out of every fifth vehicle in the world. You can even find our development design in one out of every three vehicles. Door latches in automobiles bear a lot of responsibility. They protect property and reduce risks for passengers in case of an accident. However, acoustic characteristics when closing or activating the central locking system also form the overall impression of a vehicle. The first impression of a vehicle is often related to the acoustics and tactile feel when opening and closing the doors. Whichever auto manufacturer leaves a good first impression with these acoustics and the tactile feel has the potential to win many bonus points with auto buyers right off the bat. Whether a purely mechanical latch or a high-end latch with a central locking system, anti-theft device, electric child safety, power cinching or electric release function: We offer all functions with Kiekert quality. more details Trunk Latch Kiekert offers the optimum solution in modular closing systems for rear compartments and liftgates. The key to the advancement lies in our advanced NRC platform (new rear compartment). They are suitable for more than just the highly variable demands for the vehicle rear compartment area. In accordance with our global strategy, they also fulfill the individual demands of all regions, markets and vehicle segments. Therefore, as the leader in automobile closing system technology, we are writing the next chapter of a success story that will span decades. more details Latch Modules As a provider of complete closing systems, Kiekert undertakes the responsibility for the entire latch module. This also encompasses the design and process validation. Kiekert is the developer, manufacturer and supplier of closing systems. Every latch unit is completely assembled, validated, tested and also preset optionally. One of Kiekert’s core competencies is integrating the latch module into the entire side-door system. Combining all components into a unified, tested latch module means lower assembly costs and more profit for the vehicle manufacturer. more details Technology Leader The name Kiekert stands for spirit of innovation that sets global benchmarks. more details Safety Driven to keep you safe more details Comfort We turn a good entry into a good feeling that lasts more details KIEKERT NEWS Display all news Kiekert in Transition: With Some Personnel Changes in Management, CEO Jérôme Debreu Sets the Stage for a Doubling of Turnover 07.10.2021 Kiekert AG, Heiligenhaus Since Jérôme Debreu (3rd from left) was appointed CEO of Kiekert in July of this year, there have been several far-reaching changes at the management level of this global automotive supplier. As a result of Debreu's appointment, Kiekert – a company with a long tradition of high-quality engineering based in Heiligenhaus, Germany – parted company immediately with its former CEO and three members of the management team. "I made these imperative personnel decisions in order to implement a clear and noticeable change of course, and they are an essential part of the reorganization," says Debreu. Kiekert Committed to Germany as a Production Location: Production Will Remain in Heiligenhaus 06.09.2021 Kiekert AG, Heiligenhaus Following the appointment of Jérôme Debreu (46) as the new Kiekert CEO & CFO on July 5, 2021, far-reaching decisions have been taken to secure the company's location in Germany. Kiekert, the German world market leader for automotive locking systems, has 164 years of development and production experience and strong roots in the region. CEO Jérôme Debreu and Works Council Chairman Uwe Höhndorf are clearly committed to the Heiligenhaus site, including the production areas. Flood disaster in Germany: Kiekert donates 50,000 euros for flood victims Heiligenhaus, August 18, 2021: Kiekert AG has followed with great dismay the media coverage of the victims and the destruction of the heavy rains in Germany. As a sign of solidarity and to provide rapid support to those affected, the CEO of the traditional German supplier to the automotive industry, Jérôme Debreu, has decided to donate €50,000.