Transforming the Automotive Leather Industry and Eagle Ottawa

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AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Eagle Ottawa, theworld's largest supplier of leather to the automotive industry,showcased interior leather solutions including new capabilities,advanced leather products, a design concept collection andvalue-add services to the global automotive industry at a mediapreview in Warren, Mich.

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"Twenty years ago we were one regional facility supplying leatherparts," said Jerry Sumpter, President -- Chief Executive Officer,Eagle Ottawa. "We've evolved into a global force -- 19 facilitieson four continents, supplying leather for the most recognizedbrands in the world. The next phase is our transformation into acomplete premier leather solutions provider for every interiorcomponent. Our new products and expanded capabilities solidify ourtop position in the automotive industry."

Eagle Ottawa's expanded capabilities include component wrapping,lamination and sewing. Special leather effects include customperforation, decorative and structural stitching, pearl andmetalized effects, tone-on-tone leather tipping, logos andplaced-designs. OEMs can imagine adding more style and fashion withincreased functionality for specialized interiors. "Leatherinteriors won't be 'off the shelf' -- they will be crafted,stylized and artistic," said vice president of design PatOldenkamp.

Specialty engineered leathers were also introduced -- premiumfurniture-feel Opus leather, cleanable leather; heat-stabilizedleather for component wrapping, environmental leathers with lowVOCs and solar reflective leather, which stays cooler in hottemperatures.

Eagle Ottawa announces the InterAuto 2008 Collection

At the preview Eagle Ottawa introduced InterAuto 2008, a newconcept collection of premium, automotive leathers, which will beunveiled to 500 designers and material engineering experts in theglobal market within the next year.

"We monitor trends in fashion, architecture and consumer productsand translate them into leather for cars," said Oldenkamp."Interiors are setting cars apart in this competitive environment.It's our role to differentiate, providing more customized leatherfor every application. Consumers want unique car interiors. We'reshowing there are more options that include leather."

InterAuto 2008 celebrates inspired concepts in interior design."Designers and engineers can explore the world of ideas andpotential," said Oldenkamp. "This new collection is modern andfeatures the same quality and luxury that has been our trademarkfor nearly 150 years."

More information is available on the Internet atwww.eagleottawa.com . Company Contact: Media Contact: Annabel CohenJ9 Media Solutions 248.364.7442 Janine Krasicky - 248.542.3991cohena@eagleottawa.com Janine@j9media.com SOURCE Eagle Ottawa




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