Mercedes-Benz has completed a €1bn ($1.14bn) expansion of its Kecskemét plant in Hungary.
The upgrade forms part of Mercedes-Benz Business Plan 2022–2026 that is aimed at "sustainably strengthening the competitiveness, efficiency and future viability of its entire production network".
The site has grown from 200 to 440ha, making it Mercedes-Benz's biggest plant in Hungary and one of the largest globally, the group noted.
Mercedes-Benz Group member of the board of management of production, quality and supply chain management Michael Schiebe said: "With the plant extension in Kecskemét, we are increasing the resilience and flexibility of our global production network. This site defines the future of our manufacturing: intelligent, connected, digital and consistently focused on efficiency, quality and sustainability.
"This enables us to competitively produce models such as the GLB and the new electric C-Class while at the same time strengthening the entire production network. I would like to express my sincere thanks to the team on site for their exceptional and passionate commitment."